Lee Edwards Anthony Rafferty

Lee Edwards Anthony Rafferty, 41, of Morganton, NC, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2021.  Born in Burke County, NC on December 30, 1979, he was the son of Nora Elizabeth Fernett and the late Robert E. Lee Rafferty.

Lee was loyal and devoted to providing for his family.  He was a one-of-a-kind man.  Lee enjoyed collecting and trading antiques and precious metals.  He also enjoyed working and was known throughout the community for his various trades.  Lee would add laughter to your day and would help anyone in need.  The things he would say were what made him really stand out.  He was loved and will be missed.

In addition to his mother, Lee is survived by his faithful “ol lady” of 27 years, Rosie Setzer; son, Hoss Setzer and his wife, Whitney; his only beloved grandson, Lane Setzer; five brothers, AJ, Daniel, Robert, Ernie, and Johnny; a sister he had just met, Oteaka; and his Granny, Dorothy Jones.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lee. 

The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m., Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Sossoman Funeral Home.  The funeral will follow at 1 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.