Lee “Red” Sheets

Lee “Red” Sheets, 66, of Morganton passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020.  Born in Smyth County, VA on February 4, 1954, he was the son of the late Elmer and Ellen Sheets.  He was a veteran of the US Army.  Lee was an avid race fan and a man who loved to “piddle.” Of all things, Lee was most proud of his family and he never met a stranger.

Lee is survived by his children, Kandi Peyton (Daniel) and Damion Patton (Carmen); grandchildren, Michael Matthews (Natacia) and Koda Peyton; siblings, Jean Patton (Kenneth) and Robert Sheets (Norma); brother-in-law, Larry Bryant; and a number of nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Lee was preceded in death by grandchildren, Jayden Lee Peyton and Katie Lynn Peyton; brothers, Charles “Wolf” Walk and Carl Sheets; and sisters, Saunders Bryant and Bessie Sheets.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Doug Woody Officiating.  Military honors provided by the NC National Guard and the Caldwell County Veterans Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sossoman Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.

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