Lee Edward Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Lee Edward (Childersburg, Alabama), born in Talladega, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 1, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lee Edward to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parent Lena Dates Funderburg Calhoun; his brothers, J. T. Funderburg, Walter Dates and James Dates; his son Troy; and his grandson Arlando Breeaun Gladness.
He is survived by: his children, Annette Mallory Hatch (Lee) of Chelsea, Chelmense Gladness (John) of Chelsea, Kenneth Woods (Vanessa) of Gainsville, VA, Bernice Sterling of Glenn, Dale, MD, Marvin Woods (Cynthia) of Clayton, AL, Bulinda Jones of Philadelphia, PA, Melinda Fleming (Sylvester) and Denise Hail; and his siblings, Clarence Dates (Grace) of Columbus, GA, Christine Nettles of Childersburg, AL and Annie Brock (Nate) of Sumter, SC. He is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren, great-grands, nephews, nieces.
