Jay Howard Lee

August 18, 1970 - January 23, 2021

Jay Howard Lee, 50, of Charlotte, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Jay was born on August 18, 1970, in Charlotte, the son of Orval and Florence (Monteith) Lee. Jay married the love of his life, Joyce Bogart on November 9, 2019. Family came first to Jay in his time and commitments. He will always be remembered for being a hard worker, kind, dependable and big hearted. One example of Jay's gentle caring ways is that he took care such compassionate of his mother when she was ill. Jay enjoyed fishing, camping, watching local short track racing and NASCAR with Dale Earnhardt being his favorite driver. He also was a huge fan of U of M, wrestling, and football teams. Always hoping for the big win, Jay often purchased scratch off tickets. Jay is survived by his wife, Joyce; son, James Allen Lee; mother, Florence Lee; sisters, Jodi (Rex) Van Guilder and Sue Ann Lee; nephew, Matt McLean; niece, Megan Lee; special nephew, Buster; great-niece, Madison McLean; and his aunts and uncles and many cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Orval Lee; and his grandparents, Howard and Lavina Lee, Gerald Monteith and Georgia Garfield. A Celebration of Life will be held following Sunday services on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at Celebration Church (formerly Five Corners Church). Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Jay on his Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Jodi Van Guilder to help with expenses. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.