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James McKelvie Lee, Jr.
July 9th, 1933 - March 29th, 2025
In Loving Memory of Captain James McKelvie Lee, Jr.
July 9, 1933 – March 29, 2025
Captain James McKelvie Lee Jr. was born on July 9, 1933, in Manhattan, New York, to the late James McKelvie Lee Sr. and Wilhemina Gaskins Lee. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 29, 2025. Leaving behind a legacy of strength, dedication, and love, Jim was preceded in death by his beloved parents and his dear sister, Wilhemina “Bunny”.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Pat, and his cherished children: Mark (Nyamhka), Joe (Claire), Chanel (Jason), Nando, and Alfonso. He was a proud grandfather to Makena, Naren, Karen Moultrie, Jasmyn, Josselyn, Josiah, Christopher, Michael, Jeremiah, Peter (Brandy), Ignacio, and Johnny; and great-grandfather to Adam and CJ. He is also survived by a loving niece Karolyn (Kelvin).
Jim’s memory will also be held close by his extended family, including cousins Alfred “Ricky” and Steve Anderson, along with a host of coworkers, associates, friends, neighbors, and his cherished St. Matthews Episcopal Church family in Los Lunas, NM.
Known for his integrity, warmth, and unwavering faith, Captain Lee touched the lives of many and was deeply loved by all who knew him. Jim’s legacy of service, compassion, and community will live on through those he inspired. He will be missed dearly but never forgotten.
Funeral Mass May 5,2025
St. Matthews Episcopal Church
400 Huning Ranch West Loop
Los Lunas, New Mexico 87031
Visitation 9:30 AM
Eucharist 10:00 AM
Burial May 5, 2025 2:30 PM
National Cemetery
Santa Fe, New Mexico
If you are unable to attend in person, St. Matthew's Episcopal Church's Facebook page will be streaming the services live.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Phillips Episcopal Church Food Bank in Belen, NM PO Box 955 Belen, NM 87002 https://stphilipsfoodpantry.gvtls.com
[email protected] (505) 864-7954
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Since 1994, New Mexico families have turned to Riverside Funeral Home in Los Lunas for compassionate, economical arrangements. Our comfortable facility has a peaceful chapel with complete audio-visual support for memorials and life celebrations. Allow our devoted bilingual staff and certified celebrants to help you create a meaningful farewell that aligns with your faith, culture, and beliefs. For your convenience, we offer online arrangements that you can make from the comfort of your home. Riverside has relationships with local cemeteries and can facilitate a graveside service, whether you choose burial or cremation. Our mission is to help you through this challenging time with affordable, respectful care....
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