Shawn Lee, age 46

Shawn Lee, age 46, of Rutherfordton, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2016.

Born on Wednesday, April 8, 1970 in Rutherford County. He is the son of Butch Bawden of Ellenboro and Jackie Lee of Forest City. He worked many years as a boilermaker and was of the Baptist Faith. Shawn was an avid golfer, surfer and enjoyed the beach. He was known for his sense of humor and caring spirit. He was also an animal lover. Shawn's life was invested in his only daughter, Brooklin.

He was preceded in death by his adopted father, Larry Lee.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by one daughter, Brooklin Lee of Easley, SC; companion, Christine Weber of Rutherfordton and one aunt, Grace Purdy and husband, Pat of Ellenboro.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2pm-4pm on Saturday, July 9, 2016 in the Harrelson Funeral Parlor.

Memorial donations are suggested to Harrelson Funeral Home, 1251 US Highway 221A, Forest City, NC 28043 to help defray funeral costs.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements.