David Lee, known to friends and family as "Pops, Daddy Dave, Uncle Daddy Dave, Big Dave, David Leeroy, Dave, Dad, Papaw, Rescue Ranger," 57 of Benton, Louisiana, was called home on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at WKB after a unforeseen medical emergency.

David was preceded in death by his sister, Alicia Diane Stayner and his Grandparents, George Wallace Jenkins, Christine Jenkins, and Leola Mobley. He is survived by his loving bride of 38 years, Francis Lee of Benton, LA. His adoring parents Marvin and Barbara Lee of Stonewall, Louisiana, Brothers: Mike Lee of Stonewall, LA, Jerry Lee and wife Fern of Haughton, LA. Sister, Kathy Davis and husband Mark of Taylor Town, LA. His pride and joy, his children: Crystal Lee-Middlebrook and Husband Howard of Rio Rancho, NM, Chase Lee of Benton, LA, Shellie Wilson and husband Ryan of Shreveport, LA. His honorary children: Larry Charles Rosalie of Keithville, LA, Felicia Rogers and husband Gerald "Jerry" of Keithville, LA, and numerous borrowed children he held near and dear to his heart. David leaves behind his big loves, his grandchildren: Hannah Middlebrook, Haylee "Jade Brook" Middlebrook, Chaz Middlebrook, ShyAnn Rogers, Alexandra "Allie" Rogers, Talon "T-Man" Gorum, Ryder Lee, Annabella "Bella Grace" Wilson, Roman "Romeo" Wilson and countless beloved nieces and nephews.

David lived life to the fullest and never took anything for granted. He was a special man who knew how to light up a room with his big bright smile and personality. His life is a testament of all that's good and how overcoming obstacles is just another adventure. David never met a stranger and would always help in anyway he could. He was the rescue ranger, if he passed a car on the side of the road he would always offer his mechanic skills. David made fast friends who quickly became family. He was a lover of animals and spoiled them rotten at every chance. We are sure his best pal Boudreaux met him at the pearly gates with a sock ready to play. David touched each of us in his own unique way.  Always quick-witted, full of laughter and jokes, and just could not say no to anyone that needed help; we are all a little better for having known him.

Visitation will be held at 12:00PM with a celebration of life service at 2:00PM, Sunday, January 7th at Aulds Funeral Home, 7849 East Kings Highway, Shreveport, Louisiana 71115, Pastor Chip Radke will be officiating.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff of WKB who gave us comfort and understanding through our heartache. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Godshousenola.com or your charity of choice.