Hughie (Ed) Lea's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2024 in Benton, Tennessee

Hughie (Ed) Lea

August 10, 1926 - August 17, 2024 (98 years old)

Benton, Tennessee

Hughie (Ed) Lea's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2024 in Benton, Tennessee

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Higgins Funeral Home

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Hughie (Ed) Lea

August 10, 1926 - August 17, 2024 (98 years old)

Benton, Tennessee

Hughie Lea Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Hughie Lea of Benton, Tennessee, born in Ocoee, Tennessee, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Hughie left this world on August 17, 2024 at the age of 98, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leach Lea Sr. and Sarah Wright Lea; and his siblings, Leach Lea Jr., Rev. Lester Lea, Fletcher Lea, Evan Lea, Anna Mae Ross and Ruth Day.

He is survived by: his wife Glenda Tinsley Lea; and his son Philip Lea.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at http://www.higginsfuneral.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Higgins Funeral Home



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Aug 20

Visitation

Higgins Funeral Home
6439 US-411, Benton, TN 37307

Wed

Aug 21

Graveside service

Lee Cemetery
5057 S Lee Hwy, McDonald, TN 37353

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