Jerry Louis Lee, 73, of Zolfo Springs, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Jerry was born on September 13, 1949, in Kinston, North Carolina to Herman and Tempie (Caspar) Lee. Jerry has been a resident of Hardee County for the past 4 years coming from Fort Myers. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army, receiving medals for National Defense and Expert Rifleman. He was a Sheet Metalsmith by trade employed by the U.S. Navy. Jerry is preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his loving wife Marilyn Lee of Zolfo Springs, FL.; sons Robbie Lee and Davey Lee (Brenda) of Zolfo Springs, FL.; brother Jimmy Lee of Trenton, NC.; granddaughter Cheyenne Trussell; and great-granddaughter Haven Flynn.