Martha L. Lee

Martha, born January 9, 1925 went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 16, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Melvin and Emily Fortune Johnson of Caroline County, Va. She received her formal education from the public schools of Caroline County.

Martha accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Ebenezer Baptist Church; Supply, Va. Martha was an active and faithful member. She served on various ministries including, the nurse’s unit, missionary circle, kitchen committee and seniors in action. Martha loved serving the Lord and supporting her church in whatever capacity she could.

Martha married the late Julian Lee, Jr. of Essex County in October 28, 1942 and to this union six children were born. One daughter Bernice preceded her in death at an early age.

Martha was a dedicated employee on the Camden Farm in Port Royal, Va. She retired after 52 years of service to the Pratt Family where she worked as a housekeeper. She loved catering meals for luncheons and private gatherings for as many as 100 guests on the historic Camden Farm. Her specialties included a variety of casseroles, Brunswick stew, and ham biscuits. Martha enjoyed her tenure at Camden and became a good friend to the Pratt Family.

Martha loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed long summer evenings sitting on the porch with her children and grandchildren. Martha especially loved preparing for Sunday dinners and was known for her delicious cooking, specifically her macaroni and cheese and sweet potato pie. She also enjoyed fishing and gardening as much as she enjoyed cooking. Family and friends were always welcome to feast at her table. Martha was a woman who possessed great joy, love, peace, and goodness. She was loving and compassionate to all whom she met. Her faith was strengthened by her daily readings of Gods Holy word. Her favorite scripture was the 23rd Psalm.

Martha leaves to cherish her memory; three sons. William Lee of the home, Earl (Frances) Lee, King George, Va, Sterling (Mae) Lee, King George, Va, two daughters Emily Lee of the home, and Virginia Lee, Washington, D.C.; one sister Mary (James) Brown, Fredericksburg, Va; two brothers, James Johnson, Port Royal, Va; Luther Johnson, King George, Va; one sister-in-law, Bessie Lee, Port Royal, Va; one brother-in-law, Amos Lee, Supply, Va; eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, two step great-grandchildren, the oldest and devoted niece Lucy B. Byrd, a special friend Elizabeth Golden, and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.


Funeral Home:
Cedell Brooks Funeral Home
25662 A.P. Hill Blvd
Port Royal, VA
US 22535