of Hasty, AR
June 4, 1936 - August 10, 2020
Dr. Roy Allen Lee, well-respected physician and world-class musician, born June 4, 1936, passed away peacefully Monday, August 10, 2020, at Washington Regional Hospital in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Roy joined the Marines after high school and after completing his service he graduated from the University of Texas Medical School in Galveston, Texas, in 1966. He enjoyed a long career in medicine that he dearly loved practicing in Texas, Alaska, Missouri, and Arkansas. In his early practice of medicine, he was a licensed Surgeon and General Practitioner in Huntsville, Pasadena, and San Saba, Texas.
While living on the old home place at Hasty, Roy practiced and co-owned Branson MediQuick and Harrison MediQuick, spending his last few years in Harrison, Arkansas, while continuing to live on the original family home place and enjoying music, his cattle and his dog, Max. He took joy in reading his Bible while drinking a cup of coffee each morning from his "Mansion on the Hill", with the beautiful sunsets, cool breezes, and the evening views.
Roy was beloved by his many friends, patients, office staff, and family and genuinely loved everyone in return. He was always a people person and when not in his office he planned cookouts, music and visiting with friends and family. He never tired of playing his fiddle with his family and friends and he played the fiddle every Sunday at the First Baptist Church in Omaha. Roy also loved horses. In 1978 his horse, Skips Dude, won Grand Champion at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Roy worked tirelessly to take care of his patients and friends and answered calls night and day. He would make a house call if needed. When a family member called him, he never failed to handle whatever sickness or problem they had. If anyone of them were sick or had surgery, he would call every day to make sure they were alright.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents, Troy and Vesta (Robinson) Lee; and his beloved brother, Ron. He and Ron had a special brotherly bond that his family was privileged to watch. He was also preceded in death by his precious angel grandson, Remington Wayne Jaynes; and his brother-in-law, Jerry Lee Hope, of Harrison.
Roy is survived by his children, Shelly Lee Jaynes and husband Russell of Pasadena, Texas, Kevin Wayne Lee and wife Kristen of Tomball, Texas, and Jason Allen Lee and wife Blair of Pearland, Texas. He was especially proud of and loved his grandchildren, Carter, Sydnee, Kellany, Carson, and Daisy. He is also survived by his sisters, Jeannine Lee von Gonten and husband Charles of Houston, Texas, and Sharon Lee Hope of Harrison; his beloved sister-in-law, Lyndia Lee, of Hasty; his uncle, W. R. "Jim" Lee and wife Shirley of Harrison; and his aunt, Donna Lee, of Harrison. Roy is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Roy had a conversation with Lyndia very recently wherein he said, "There are no heroes. We are doing what we chose to do to serve mankind and that does not make us heroes."
He was incredibly happy to have moved back to his childhood home place in Hasty, Arkansas for the last few years of his life. He had a special love for his foreman and good friend, Jed Campbell and his wife Kelly and their daughters, Jazlyn, Jaecie, and Reagan.
Visitation was 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 13, 2020, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home. Burial was at Sand Hill Cemetery and was private with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.
Pallbearers were Kevin Lee, Carter Campbell, Carson Lee, Jason Lee, Russell Jaynes, Brian Linn, Codey Johnston, and Jed Campbell. Honorary pallbearers were Bryan and Darren Johnston.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sand Hill Cemetery, HC 32 Box 167, Hasty, AR 72640, or Hasty Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Robert Roberson, PO Box 24, Hasty, AR 72640.
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home is complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines for COVID-19 and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
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71 Condolence(s)
Jeanette L Fry
Monday, October 3, 2022
I remember my mother working along side dr lee as his nurse..and how he fixed my broken foot when i was 5. i hear a lot of great stories about him from my mother. He was a wonderful person and Dr.
Steve Ingenthron
Saturday, August 14, 2021
Most of us could write a book about the time we spent with Dr. Lee.
The one thing I'll always remember, was an afternoon in the Medquick when the receptionist overheard a mother telling a small girl that her birthday would have to wait because it would take her birthday money to see the dr. When this information was passed on to him the kind hearted Dr. Lee didn't charge them for the visit and the little girl left with a one hundred dollar bill from Dr. Lee's wallet.
The world could have used a few more people like Roy Lee.
John Kelley MD
Monday, July 5, 2021
Saddened to just now be reading of Roy's passing. We were medical students together at UTMB in Galveston Tx. Musical interests brought us together and we entertained folks every Wednesday night at "Judys Tavern" there in Galveston. I have never met a more naturally talented fiddle player. One of the most difficult tunes for a fiddle player is The Orange Blossom Special; Roy could play it to perfection. We often talked of practicing medicine together but never put it togrther. Roy was a colorful charismatic character and a superb physician. We last spoke by phone sometime before his passing, and we always remininised about our days at Judy's Tavern. God speed on your next journey my friend.
I suspect the good Lord is going to enjoy your music!
D. Andersen
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
I worked with Dr. Lee in Alaska ( during the clean up of the Exxon Valdez oil spill ) in 1989. Dr. Lee was such a wonderful man and we all enjoyed his fiddle playing on the heli deck after work hours.
Teresa Case King
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear about Dr. Lee. I was his 3rd baby he ever delivered, he nicknamed me Watermelon. I had been his patient even when he moved to San Saba, Tx. Years later I tracked him down to Arkansas for every year I called him to check on him. He never forgot me nor did I him. He was the very best Dr. ever that took very good care of his patients here. I had not heard from him, so today 4/28/2021 I knew something was not right. This being 5 days after my 51st bday. Last time I talked to him, he invited mother and I to come visit. I will miss him and those phone calls. He was the best!! ♥ï¸
My condolences to the family,
Teresa "Punkin" aka "Watermelon" ♥ï¸â™¥ï¸â™¥ï¸
Keith Foust
Thursday, October 22, 2020
A lot of what I know about being a nurse came from Dr. Lee, and those I worked with at Branson Mediquick. I Think the world of him, and saddened by his loss. I just learned today of his passing, and my heart and prayers go out to his family. He was one of a kind :). May God always bless you and yours.
April Alexander
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
It's been many years since I was a patient of Dr. Lee but I can honestly say he was the best most caring and understanding Dr I've ever had..I was planning to come to Harrison soon to see him bc I can't get help in Ms. With my illness..but I saw this and I cried..what a wonderful man and Dr..I'm so sorry for your kids and for the community loss..he touched many lives...in more ways than even he knew...God bless you all and rest in peace Dr lee
Morgyn Yearout
Thursday, August 27, 2020
So very sad to hear of Roy's passing! He was always so kind to me! Prayers for his family
Tom and Judy Pannell
Sunday, August 16, 2020
To the family of Dr.Lee and extended families, we are so so sorry and will all feel the great loss! We trusted our lives with him professionally and personally because we knew he was more than just our doctor/ same as family he was some who truly cared and loved his patients!
The gap he filled in our grandchildren’s lives at a time when they needed a little extra love, no one else could have done like he did! Never a time when they saw him in or outside the office they never failed to exchange’’love you’’! And they truly did!
When moved back to his original office that he had many years before, I commented on it, he said ‘next move I make I’ll be going home’ and that is exactly what he did!!!
RIP DR LEE and know you were truly loved💜
Love to all family,
Tom and Judy
Alicia Taylorp
Sunday, August 16, 2020
Rest in Peace
Dr. Lee, May your spirit soar like an eagle.
Jennifer Shepherd
Saturday, August 15, 2020
I am still devastated. I had known him for 25 years. He was a wonderful teacher. He taught me both the " art and the science of doctoring". I was so lucky to have practiced with him. I loved him so much, and I know he loved me too. He always came by on Christmas and dropped off something and usually would not take anything in return. He called me Jinglefer! I called him Dr. Lee! May God bring peace to his family!
Jennifer Shepherd APRN
Bev Roberts
Saturday, August 15, 2020
Is their anyone in the Harrison area who doesn't know Dr. Lee He was a friend to everyone he met. Kind, caring, thoughtful, giving, funny (his business card he handed to me when we first met had a list of all the things he had opinions on listed on the back), and of course a wonderful person and great doctor.
We shared a passion for horses, many of whom I trained for him. Two of them earned National Championships in competitive trail riding and other top honors. Even though it was clear that there was no money in the sport (just bragging rights), he didn't care, he wanted to be on the "national scene" again.
He kept on doctoring well past retirement age. I asked him why once, he said, "This is my calling."
Now the Lord has called him home leaving space for another talented, wonderful doctor to someday follow in his footsteps. Doc will live on in all our hearts. I have fond memories.
I'm thankful that you shared part of your life with me and so many others. RIP Doc.
Sharon Lindemann
Saturday, August 15, 2020
Talked to Doc Led recently and the end of the conversation was not sure what I can do but will help all I can. Just like him. And what he did was to speak up for us and changed our lives. He was one of a kind and we loved him. He cared for our family for a very long time. Life won't be the same without him and we thank God he was a part of our lives. Till we met again much love Doc Lee.
John and Marcia Aylett & Family
Saturday, August 15, 2020
Thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful family. Dr. Roy had a tremendous impact on everyone he came into contact with. When we would visit the family in Harrison and one of us became ill, Doc would always make sure we had a speedy recovery. We need a lot more men like Dr. Roy Lee today. He was truly a good and faithful servant. God bless you and the family.
Renee S. Reed
Friday, August 14, 2020
Dr. Lee will be greatly missed. He was such a wonderful doctor and really cared for his patients. Thank you Dr. Lee for all of your service and care over the years.
Reed&Sue Hoppis
Friday, August 14, 2020
The whole Lee family hold so many good memories for us.such a good family of musical talents & love for our comunity.
Susan Houston
Friday, August 14, 2020
One can quickly see that he was a wonderful person. I feel like the family will be cheered to hear how many people loved him.
He was a wonderful man and will truly be missed. Fly high Dr. Lee.
Susan Houston
Terri Flanigan-wright
Friday, August 14, 2020
Dr. Lee I will miss you so much. Even when I had not seen you in a while you always knew me. Rest now and enjoy Heaven. Medicine has lost one of the great doctors .
Jenie Griffin
Friday, August 14, 2020
Dr. Lee will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful mentor and leader - so many good memories. Prayers for the family.
Buck and Jane Martin
Friday, August 14, 2020
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Dr. Lee. He was such a sweet soul and will be greatly missed. We will always be grateful to him for saving our son's life when he had a reaction to Chicken Pox. No one else diagnosed the problem. He was the best! Dr. Lee's smile would make any day better. Our thoughts, prayers and love to all of you.
Merle & Kathy Houston
Friday, August 14, 2020
R.I.P. Dr. Lee.,
You will always be remembered fondly. Fly high among the
angels. Prayers for your loved ones & family in this difficult time.
You will be forever in our hearts.
Mahlon O Maris MD
Friday, August 14, 2020
The world will be a less joyful place without my good friend Dr Roy Lee. He will be greatly missed.
mahlon
Regina Whitley
Friday, August 14, 2020
I am so saddened by this news he was a very good person I loved hearing him play his fiddle at the Moose in Harrison he was always so kind to everyone. I use to love teasing him an he always got the last word in. I will pray for his family they lost a angel but he is in gods hand now.so so sorry
Judy Goodman
Friday, August 14, 2020
Our hearts go out to all the family. Sharon and Jeannine we love you and pray for your peace and comfort Although we did not know Roy personally reading of his life tells us what a very special person he was and heaven will be an even better place because he's there.
Love and Blessings,
Judy and Lanny Goodman
Rita Herrmann
Friday, August 14, 2020
The world has lost a good man and Harrison has lost a wonderful doctor. When I was the sickest I'd ever been in my life, Dr. Lee brought me back to health. When I was scared of going to the doctor, and fearful of a diagnosis, Dr. Lee made me feel calm. He was a true servant leader and a true example of a servant's heart. I have no doubt he arrived at the Pearly Gates, and heard, "Well done, good and faithful servant." May he rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing.
Sabra Randolph
Friday, August 14, 2020
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Lee family.
Sharon woolwine
Friday, August 14, 2020
Dr lee was a great man who I will miss very much I so enjoyed going to the farm house with the family and getting to hear him play I pray for the hole family for peace love u all
Kynda Edmondson
Friday, August 14, 2020
I was a little girl when Dr. Lee worked In San Saba. My mom was one of his nurses. He was always so kind and such a people person. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
LILA NETTELL & family
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee was a wonderful man and part of our lives through the years. When my youngest was little she would always say (when she was sick or not) "I not feel good need to go see Dr Wee" (as she called him) He always had a HUG for me and my girls.. Our thoughts and prayers for the family and his friends and patients he will be missed by all. Psalm 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Travis and Charlotte Pearson
Thursday, August 13, 2020
We will always love you Uncle Roy. May God bless your family.
Peggy Woods
Thursday, August 13, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I feel blessed knowing this man and having many opportunities to hear him play his fiddle. He will surely be missed.
Mary Barree
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Was a great man and doctor.
Rodger Stone
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Sometimes you get lucky. I was blessed to have the opportunity to work with Dr. Lee in the ER. He was fun to be around, he was a good physician, and most importantly he was my friend.
The Fugitt Family
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Doc Lee was a fantastic man. He was such a blessing to our family and a great great friend to our dad, Gpa, & old papi. We send our prayers and condolences to all his family, friends, and beloved patients.
He will truly be missed! He was a HERO!
Buck Martin
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee came to San Saba, Texas, around 1980 and served the community for several years. We were in desperate need of a doctor and he unselfishly treated lots of folks that couldn't pay. At the time I had just begun to learn to play the fiddle so I hung around him all I could since he was a player. He brought me a fiddle from Pasadena, Texas, that I still play today.
Katherine Hefley
Thursday, August 13, 2020
A wonderful friend, man and physician. He will be missed though out the community. He always went above and beyond for his patients. Prayers for his family. RIP
Angela HYDEN
Thursday, August 13, 2020
I will always thank God for the special time I had with Dr Lee. I have never known such an amazing person in my life. He led a great life. He was always Real. He made you feel special. He treated everyone as family. I will miss his love,friendship and Christ like ways. I know he is playing his fiddle in. God bless his family.
Pat Hartman
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Prayers and sympathy to family and friends. We lost a good man. Thank you Dr. Lee for your service.
Gail Hudson
Thursday, August 13, 2020
You will be missed.
Family Dostic
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Prayers and comfort to the family and his friends.
Our lovely Papa Doc!
There are so many nice moments that we shared with our dear Papa Doc. We are immigrants and don't have family around, but Papa Doc surely didn't let us feel that way. He was like a father us and grandfather to our kids. We had the privilege to get into his clinic through the back door, our pictures were hanged in his office with pictures of his family members.
We are grateful to know him and to have the opportunity to share moments of our lives with him. We are going to miss him.
Thank you, Papa Doc, for everything!
Love you!
Nesho, Jelena, Maggie, and Sophie!
Shirley Thompson Akins
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr Lee will be so sadly missed. He cared for my late husband and I since 2001, up till Jimmy passed away in 2016 and myself till his passing. My sincerest condolences to the family, my prayers to all of you.
Donna Terrell
Thursday, August 13, 2020
prayers for Dr. Lee's family he will greatly missed
Leslie Finley
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to his family. He was a great doctor and an amazing human being. He will be greatly missed by so many. May he enjoy the rest of eternity making music on those streets of gold.
Jeff Reed
Thursday, August 13, 2020
I've enjoyed having Dr. Lee as my family physician for over 20 years and can truly say this extremely talented man has a very caring soul and a heart of gold. I have also had the great honor of sharing the stage with this fantastic musician, and will miss his shining personality and excellent presence.
Terry, Marilyn, Bill & Malinda Gage
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Biggest heart of anyone. We will all miss you cousin. Sending love and prayers to all the rest of the family.
Jack Witty
Thursday, August 13, 2020
One of the nicest persons I ever met. Rest in peace Doc Lee. Your work is done here and we're all better for it.
Sarah And Keith Risley
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Prayers for all of the family. Doc Lee was a good friend and doctor to me and my family. He was my doctor for 20 years. I will miss him so much. God graced you when you entered those gates. Bless you my friend.
Ron and Sarita Taylor
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr Lee was an amazing person everyday while I worked at mediquuck he was always so happy and wonderful to work with.. would give you the shirt of his back
Adrienne (huston) Veal
Thursday, August 13, 2020
DR. Lee will be greatly missed. I loved this man he always treated me like family. He would always laugh and tell me about when I was a baby I would always still his pens out of his jacket pocket. RIP good friend i will never forget you.
John & Barbara Hagood
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Doc was our doctor and friend for many years we sure will miss him. Sending many prayers for the family. RIP Doc Lee we love you!
Kristy Black
Thursday, August 13, 2020
He took such good care of my dad when my dad had cancer. Dr. Lee was his doctor and he told us everything was going to be alright.
Nancy O’Dell
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Our community has lost a good man. Prayers for his family and friends.
Stacy & Dale Slagley
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee will be missed by everyone that knew him. He was a great doctor and person. He had a heart of Gold. We are praying for his family and Friends. Fly high Doc. You got your wings now.
Linda Rostom
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee was one of the kindest, most caring, loving and giving people I ever knew. His quick wit and humor always put you at ease and made you smile. He was a special human being and will be greatly missed by all.
Amanda Hull
Thursday, August 13, 2020
DOC LEE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!He was a funny person and loved his dog. I will miss seeing him.
Cathy and Dale Minor
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Prayers and comfort to the family and friends. Thankful for his service to our community.
Amber Long
Thursday, August 13, 2020
I first met Dr. Lee as one of my mother’s supervising physicians that she worked for at Mediquik. It wasn’t long until he was treating my children at Mediquik. Quickly I learned he had a love for horses as I did and I couldn’t wait to sit and talk with him to learn all i could from him about horses as my knowledge was limited. It wasn’t long after I had found a nice filly in a field I stopped to admire for a couple weeks in a row only to find out she belonged to Doc. He “traded†one of my horses for her...lol Because he didn’t Want me to get overwhelmed and have to many to take care of. I was never so grateful for something I had been given in my life by someone. I don’t know if he ever knew how much I thought of him or loved him for the care and thoughtfulness he gave to me and my family especially my mama, but he will forever hold a special place in my heart for it. Fly high With the Angels Dr. Lee for the good Lord decided your work here on earth was done. We love you for all you have done for everyone!
Joyce Turney
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee was truly a wonderful, kind, caring Doctor and will be missed so much in the Harrison community. Thoughts and prayers are with all his family in this very sad time. God Bless Each Of You !!
Bill and Tammy Boswell
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Where do I begin to say thanks "Doc." In my personal life I have never met a man like Doc. Always a kind word always great care for his patients and there families. My wife worked with Doc while a nurse at NARMC. The stories she told of his wonderful care of his patients with that Newton County flair. We will miss you Doc, all of us that knew you are better for it. Peace to his family from the Boswells.
Mark and Stephanie Cross
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr. Lee was an amazing individual. He was the best doctor in town and he saved many lives and he inspired so many as well. We are so sorry for your loss. Dr. Lee is missed by so many.
Kirk & Hollie Campbell
Thursday, August 13, 2020
We are truly very sorry for your loss. Doc Lee was one of a kind. Not only a great doctor, but an even better human being. He made everyone feel special, not just his patients. He will be missed, but never forgotten in the Harrison community.
Mildred Hicks
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Dr.lee saved my older sons life 24yrs ago ,He has taken wonderful care of my and my three sons for the past 30yrs and he was always the same he never changed no matter what kind of day he was having you'd never know,he was always happy,kind and truly interested in making your life better,no one could ever take his place he was quite a man and I for one had nothing but love and respect for him the world seems a lot darker knowing he's no longer in it,You will be missed Dr.Lee
Venetta & Allen Sturgeon
Thursday, August 13, 2020
He will be missed dearly
Larry and Christine Oswalt
Thursday, August 13, 2020
You will be missed dearly. Thank you for being our kids doctor when they were little even thou they are grown now they still remember you. Sincere sympathy for the family.
Glenda Rozeboom
Thursday, August 13, 2020
My the Lord comfort the family. In our opinion he was and always will be the BEST! RIP Doc.
Ann Sanders
Thursday, August 13, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. Doc was such a warm, caring friend and Doctor. We were blessed to have benefited from his medical care and his friendship. Prayers for peace and comfort for all the family.
Ann Sanders
Bill Strickland
Marilyn Hensley
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Praying for God's comfort for the family. Dr. Lee was my Dr. for many years. He was kind and understanding and I felt like he went above and beyond for my care. I know he was loved so much, not only by me, but so many others. He will be so missed.
Paul and Kathie Hendrick
Thursday, August 13, 2020
We both loved working and knowing Dr Lee,, He would give you a big slap on you back. A Life well spent, Country boy "Gone Home"
Ron & Jean
Thursday, August 13, 2020
You shall be missed by many. Blessed memories.Thank you for all the lives you touched
fred woehl
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Roy was a DEAR friend. We would always talk about horses and how to train them. He was a GREAT Doctor with a love for others. He will be missed !!!!!
Dale and Karen Greenhaw
Thursday, August 13, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Doc will be missed by a lot of people. I enjoyed playing music with him at Yardelle Chapel. I loved to hear him play "The Old Rugged Cross". He was a special person in many ways. May God give you all a Peace that passes all understanding.