Lee V. Willie Sr.

May 23, 1938 - November 21, 2020

Lee V. Willie Sr., age 82, passed away on November 21, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Lee was an outdoorsman who loved bird hunting and field trials. He loved his family immensely and worked hard to provide for them. Lee was married to the love of his life, Yvonne, on August 26, 1956. He was a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Lee will be greatly missed by all. Lee is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Catherine Yvonne Willie; son, Lee Vernon Willie Jr. (Darlene); daughter, Lisa Fitzgerald (Cody); grandchildren, Brannix Fitzgerald (Amber), Lee Vernon Willie III (Jill), Tara Bonura (Tony), Laramie Fitzgerald (Amanda); great-grandchildren, Beckett Milazzo, Adyson Milazzo, and Wyatt Fitzgerald. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Katie Willie; brothers, Wilson Willie, Ray Willie, and Myer Willie. Friends and family are invited to attend the graveside service at Wilson Willie Cemetery, Folsom, LA, on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to LBDA.org (Lewy Body Dementia Association). Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, Hammond, in charge of arrangements.