Georgia Lee Athey
Athey, Georgia Lee (nee: Lewis), 85, of Odessa, FL and resident of Wentzville, MO
died on June, 23, 2022 in Lake Saint Louis, MO.
Georgia Lee was born in Tampa, FL and graduated from Hillsborough High School,
class of 1954 and Mound Park Hospital School of Nursing, 1957 as a RN.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years: Billy F. Athey, son: William G.
Athey, parents George M. Lewis and Rosa Lee Lewis, sisters: Rose Ann Gardner,
Laura Lou Lewis and Sunny Boleman.
Before retiring from nursing she had been employed by: St. Mary’s Desert Valley
Hospital (Apple Valley, CA) , Pineview Hospital (Valdosta, GA), St Luke’s Cataract
Clinic (Tarpon Springs, FL) and also Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco County Health
Departments. “Snappy/Gizmo” was a graduate of International School of Clown
Performing Arts and a member of Lollipoppers Clown Alley in St. Petersburg, FL.
She was a member of Clowns of America and SECA: SE Clown Association. She was a
member of Tampa Bay Beekeepers Association, Puppeteers of America and
Suncoast Puppet Guild. Whenever possible she enjoyed sewing, making jellies,
canning pickles, camping, picnicking, traveling, crocheting, cake decorating, party
planning, Magic conventions and Face Painting. Her favorite times were spent with
her family especially her four grandchildren and two great-grands. She loved face
painting and hosting Cookie Parties with them. She enjoyed driving around Garden
Lake Circle on her golf cart while visiting neighbors with her dog Bandit.
She is survived by daughter: Sybil Ann Bowen (Lake St. Louis, MO), Grandchildren:
Ryan(Ortheline) Athey (Tampa, FL), Leanne(Steve) Wiegert (Oshkosh, WI), Wilson
Athey (Tampa, FL) and Marisa(Tyler) Brotton (Charleston, SC). Nieces and their
families in Florida love her.
A memorial Service will be planned for a later date. She will rest with her husband
at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Boy Scout Troop 68 c/o
Keystone United Methodist Church in Odessa, Florida; a group very dear to her.
Wes and I are saddened by the loss of Georgia Lee. We will truly miss her.
Nancy and Wesley Hill
Mrs Athey was our daughter ‘s ( Sabrina Morgan) neighbor. She was so kind and generous to Sabrina and her family.
She made the best spiced pecans, had a wonderful Kumquat tree that she shared , and helped kill moccasins when they came to Sabrina’s front door. So many memories throughout the years. So sad to hear of her her passing. Condolences to her family.
Marie Sanchez
Well my mom Marie gave the perfect comment! Georgia Lee was a wonderful neighbor and person. She will never be forgotten by me or my boys. Condolences to all of the family. I’m glad she is back together with Bill and Bill Jr.
Although she wasn’t really my Grandmother, Grandma Athey was such an enjoyable person to talk to. I loved sitting and talking to her about her past and everyone’s present. She was an energetic, lovely, and kind woman. Grandma Athey will be missed greatly.
I am so sorry for your loss. Keith and I are sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Bill was my “big brother” when we were stationed together in the USAF back in the fifties. His marriage to Georgia Lee and the fun times we had during those years are pleasant memories. We re-connected later in life and enjoyed our friendship in our retired years. Bill and Georgia were two of the finest people I have ever known. The world’s lights are a bit dimmer with their passing. Godspeed!