Mr. Fred Lee J

Fred Lee, Jr. was born July 19, 1943 in Houston, Texas at the Negro Hospital (later to be named Jefferson Davis Hospital) to the late Fred Lee, Sr. and Thelma Wade Lee. On October 28, 2019, Fred met his eternal destiny to be with his heavenly Father. He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Fredelrico Lee; sisters, Frances Burts, Elaine Mobley; brothers, Eugene Lee, Raymond Lee and Edward Lee. Fred received his formal education at Evan E. Worthing Senior High School in Houston, Texas. He attended Texas Southern University. In 1957, Fred enlisted in the United States Navy where he served with pride and honor for twenty-seven years. He retired in 1984 having earned the title of Chief Petty Officer. After returning to civilian life, Fred was employed by the United States Postal Services for twenty years, where he was a mail handler and union steward representative. He later joined Continental/United Airlines and retired after ten years of service. On April 23, 1982, Fred and Tabitha Jackson blended their lives and families in holy matrimony. They shared the love of Christ, His church, family, and traveling for thirty-seven years. He was an ardent provider, protector and priest for his family. Fred’s Christian experience began at an early age having accepted Christ as his personal Savior. He was a founding member of Brookhollow Baptist Church in November, 1987. He was a faithful servant to the church. He was a member of several ministries of the church including the Deacon Family Life Ministry, Decision Time Counselors and Men’s Ministry. He had a special love for the TCWW Armed Forces Ministry. He taught New Members Orientation and Small Group Bible Classes. He could often be found with his bible opened on his lap reviewing a sermon and studying the word. Fred, aka Red and Chief Lee, was loved by all. He left an indelible mark on the lives of those he touched. Fred Lee, Jr. was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Tabitha Jackson Lee; daughters, Shegalla Lee and Chaka Matthew (Jerimain); son, Felix Lee (Angelia); sister, Helen Lee; seven grandchildren: Logan, Jacob, Camille, Aaron, Madison, London and Micah; and six godchildren: Reginald Jackson, Reone Sellers, Torrias Heads, Megan Goodbeer, Aleigha Taylor and Georgan Benefield and a host of family and friends.

Mr. Fred Lee J

July 19, 1943 - October 28, 2019