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Published: 05/09/2008
PaulEdward Lee May 7, 2008 Paul Edward Lee, age 74, ofNewport, born March 31, 1934, left
this world to be with his Lord and Savior onWednesday, May 7, 2008. He is preceded in death by hismother, Martha Ann; step-father, Charlie Garner; and father, J.
B. Lee. He is survived by his wife,Doris Eslinger Lee; his only son, Paul K. Lee;
daughter-in-law, Rebecca;grandsons, Kris, Nick, and Noah; sister, Zula Gorrell; step-brother,
CarlGarner, of Athens; sisters-in-law, June Menard and Shirley Eslinger; niece,Paula Ann Douglas;
and nephew, Edward Gorrell. Paul was an active member ofthe Newport community, retiring from the office
of Register of Deeds afterserving 24 years. He was a member of Newport Masonic Lodge #234 F &
AM,where he had served as treasurer for many years, a 32nd Degree Scottish RiteMason and member of
Kerbela Shrine. In addition, he was a memberof
Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church and a veteran of the U.S. Army having servedduring the Korean War, he
was also a member of the local VFW. Special thanks to his friendsat
Manes Funeral Home. The family will receivefriends from 6-8 p.m., Friday May 9, 2008, in Manes Funeral
Home Chapel.Immediately following, a Masonic Service will be held and a funeral with Dr.Craig Ward
officiating. Burial will be 11:00 a.m.,Saturday May 10, 2008, in Union Cemetery, Newport. In lieu of flowers, donationsmay be made to Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church, Building
Fund, 234 LincolnAvenue, Newport, TN 37821. Family and friends may signthe
guest register online at www.manesfuneralhome.com. Manes Funeral Home in
charge.
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