Debra Jean Lee

Debra Lee, age 59, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017 in Ocean Springs, MS. Debra was a native of South Dakota, has been a resident of Mississippi since 1973, and graduated Class of 1975 from Ocean Springs High School. Debra enjoyed Indian embroidery and culture, photography, and was an Alabama Crimson Tide fan. She loved her Labrador retrievers and watching General Hospital. She was formerly employed with Ingalls Shipbuilding and NAPA Auto Parts. She was all about helping those less fortunate than herself. Debra is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Lee; parents, James J. Odom, Sr. and Virginia Odom; and brother, Edward Odom. Debra's survivors include her brother James (Pat) Odom; nephew, Jason (Diana) Odom; niece, Jennifer (Nick Holbrook) Odom; and lifelong friend, Denise Park. Graveside services will be privately held at Crestlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations be made to St. Joseph Indian School, St. Labre's Indian School, or Disabled American Veterans. The family wants to extend their appreciation to We Care Hospice in Moss Point, MS for all of their prayers and hard work. The Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.