Ella Rosalie "Rae" Lee
January 20, 1936 ~ October 13, 2009
Services:
A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Laurel Grove, MD with Rev. Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said by Deacon Joe Lloyd at 3:00 PM.
Ella Rosalie “Rae” Caywood Lee, 73 of Mechanicsville, MD died October 13, 2009 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. Born January 20, 1936 in Clements, MD, she was the daughter of the late Grace Raley Caywood and Alexander Caywood. She is survived by her husband Edward Newton “Ike” Lee, Jr., whom she married on July 7, 1956 at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Laurel Grove, MD. She is also survived by her daughters Lyndall Faye Lee and Marjorie “Gail” Spalding; her granddaughter, Tara Brooke and her husband Timothy Wayne Glass, her grandson, Matthew Gorden Spalding as well as her sisters; Mary Caywood “Peggy” Lee, Katherine Caywood and her husband George L. Bean. Mrs. Lee was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1954. She enjoyed art, genealogy, cooking and sewing and was a bookkeeper for Lee Brother’s Sawmill and Logging Operation for over 35 years. Throughout her life she also worked at St. Mary’s Hospital, Reeves Insurance Agency and H & R Block. She was also a former member of the Mechanicsville Ladies Auxiliary and was a Girl Scout Troop #611 leader for several years. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church with Rev. Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Matthew Spalding, Tim Glass, Kell Davis, Jay R. Long, Ray Johnson and Bill Clement. Contributions may be left to Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 15, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 and/or Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.
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“Ike & Family, I am shocked to read of Rae passing. We just visited with her and the family on Sunday at the FLF at the Parletts’Farm. We were so glad to see her out and she seemed to be enjoying herself. “
“”IKE&FAMILY:I am sorry to hear about Rae’s passing.It is hard when you lose someone you love.It’s is in God hands now our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joan & Family “
“Ike & Family: Sharing your sorrow, there isn’t much that anyone can say, but many thoughts go out to you and your family. We no longer live in St. Mary’s County, we will not be able to attend any of the services in person to offer our condolences at Rae’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless the Lee/Caywood families. Love, Doris & Skip Jones”
“Ed and Family, I was shocked to hear of Rae’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Roy”
“Ike, Lyndall, and Gail: I was totally shocked when Lyndall called me about Rae’s passing. She will never be forgotten by me. She always had a smile and she was always so happy with life. She always provided me with love and great words of wisdom for life, which I have always remembered. I did not go to the farm show over the weekend, now I wished I had of. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please call if you NEED anything, or just need to talk. Love Debbie”
“Ike: I, and our family are very sad to hear of your loss; our prayers will be with you. Rae will be up there with John Thomas tomorrow… Fondly, Michael Cecil”
“Ike, Lyndall, Gail, Tara, Matt, and family: I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God will comfort you during your time of sorrow. Blessings, Desiree Glass”
“Ike and family Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad and difficult time. Even though she is with God now, the memories will always be with you and all of her family and friends. George and Helen “
“Lyndall, Gail, and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss.”
“To the family: We were so sorry to learn about Rae’s passing. Please accept our condolences and our prayers are with you. Sincerely yours,”
“Tara & Matt: Sorry for the loss of your “Gram”. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. “
“Mathew and Family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your Grandmother, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Tony Cullison”
“Mr. Lee and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Lee. My thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Ike,Lyndall,Gail,Kathy,Peggy & Family, Sorry for your loss. Rae always had a smile on her face and was very happy when I would see her. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.”
“Ike, Lyndall & Gail, I am so sorry for the loss of Rae. What a shock! I had so much fun in our younger years spending the night, going to jousting tournaments and eating her homemade red velvet cake. What a wonderful women! She will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Cheryl and the Long Family”
“Ike & Family we are sorry to hear of Rosalie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Lyndall and family, B.K. and I were really taken back when we heard the news of the passing of your Mom. These times are so very hard and you will miss her very much. Remember memories last a life time and she is now truly home. Your Mom will no longer be suffering from pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please give me a call if I can help in any way. “
“Tara and Matt, May memories of Gram fill your hearts today and always. We love you both very much and are praying for your family.”
“Lyndall and family, I pray for your comfort during this difficult time and that happy memories will help to ease your pain. God Bless you.”
“Thinking of you all and will keep you in our prayers. I’m so sorry for you loss. “
“You are remembered in my prayers. Special love to Kathy and each one of you.”
“Ike and family, Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you all go through this valley of adjustment. Rae was a wonderful woman & we are grateful that she was a part of our lives & will remain in our hearts until we meet again. Flick and Janet & family “
“Ike, Lyndall, Gail and family, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of Rae. Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Lyndall your mom always gave me a special smile and hug everytime Wayne and I saw her, she will always be remembered as a special lady. If there is anything that we can do for you all please do not hesitate to give us a call.”
“Tara, we are so sorry to hear about your grandmother. She was a lovely lady. We remember her at your wedding. I am sure it must be a shock for you and your family. Please know you are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. God is close to the broken hearted.”
“” To the entire Lee Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May fond memories of a special Lady help you through this difficult time.””
“Tara and Tim: Ron and I were very sorry to hear about your grandmother. We’re praying for you and your family. Love, Ron and Margaret”
“Dearest Ike & Family: My prayers will add Rae but mainly you because a lady like Rae will really be missed and your pain will be deep. She alway’s had a smile and hug for me when we met and her smile will always remain in my heart.God bless you and give you the stregnth you will need during your time of pain. With our Love-Joe, Snooky and kids.”
“Lyndall, Gail and Family – So sorry to hear about your Mother. Just know that she is an Angel in Heaven looking down on each of you with a big smile. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Tara & Tim: With just going through the passing of my grandmother on Thursday, we certainly know the heartache you are experiencing. A grandmother seems to be the stable force that keeps the entire family together. We pray that God will allow this funeral to be a time when the family grows stronger and that God will be with the entire family during these times.”
“Ike, so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family. I go back a long time when I was a neighbor of yours across the road in Laurel Grove. I now live in Milford,De. Take care.”
“”The Lee Family” Thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Ike and family, we are deeply saddened by your loss. Please accept our condolences.”
“Ike and Family: Please know our thougnts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Lyndall & family, May God bless you all during this most difficult time. May you feel the Lord’s strength and comfort in your mourning. Your Mom is in a glorious place with her maker. Please lean on us, your friends, for anything you may need. So sorry for your loss. Love, Cindy”
“Ike and family, My prayers are with you and your family,my deepest sympathy.”
“Ike ,Lindal our hearts [Kathy also]go to alll of you on Rae’s passing, she was a good and wonderful woman, Bill had many good stories of growingup together.aaaaaaaaaaaaashe will be fondly remembered by us and our prayers go with you.Laurette,Kathy”