Patsy Ruth Lee, 81, of El Dorado passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born March 10, 1943 in El Dorado, she was the daughter of Guy P. and Cynthia Lois Darden Lee.
Patsy (Mamaw), devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She was married to her beloved husband, Jimmy, for over 55 years, and together they raised three children. Patsy was a dedicated homemaker who found joy in cooking and cherished providing southern lunches for her family and the crew at Lee’s Trucking.
For many years, Patsy’s heart would beat with the excitement of dirt track racing. It was a true family affair, and she lived for watching her family race. Patsy also had a love for rodeo, always cheering on the Gaffney’s and was an avid supporter of Lee Crew in motocross. Patsy loved to go to the lake and fish. She was always on the go, living life to the fullest, until cancer slowed her down. Even then, she found joy in playing cards, working on puzzles, watching football, and cuddling with her beloved dogs Dixie and Chevy.
Known lovingly as Mamaw, Patsy was a long-time member of Bible Baptist Church. Her legacy of love, faith, and devotion will continue to inspire all who knew her
Preceding her in death along with her parents were her husband, Jimmy D. Lee, a son, Guy Dale Lee, great-granddaughter, Payton Williams, a brother, Wade Lee, a sister, Mary Lou O'Dell and a son-in-law, Richie Chadwick.
Survivors include two daughters, Lisa Owens (Toby) and Tonya Chadwick all of El Dorado. Surviving grandchildren are Guy's children, Jessica Lee (Jamie), Kristi DeTraz (Kyle) and Cheryl Lee and their children, Katie Lee, Brady Lee, Leighton DeTraz, Bailee DeTraz and Chloe Williams and Leiyah Williams; Lisa's children Brandy Gaffney (Gary) and her children Brennan Gaffney and Landen Gaffney; and Tonya's children Cody Chadwick and Chasity Chadwick along with Cody's children Faith Chadwick and Chase Chadwick.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Young's. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in Young's Chapel with Dr. J. D. Weido officiating. Interment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Young's Funeral Directors. Memorials may be made to the Bible Baptist Church Building Fund, 2165 Smackover Highway, El Dorado, AR 71730.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.youngsfuneralhome.com
