Joe Lee Ogletree

Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. Joe Lee Ogletree, age 87 of Jefferson, Georgia who entered rest Tuesday, July 12, 2022.  Mr. Ogletree was born in Jefferson, Georgia a son of the late Ben and Ada Motes Ogletree, was a retired Veteran of the U.S. Army having served his Country in Korea and Vietnam, was a member of the American Legion Post 56, and the VFW.  Mr. Ogletree was also retired from Civil Service at the Navy School in Athens and worked many years with the Jefferson Housing Authority.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Ogletree is also preceded by sisters, Emma Webb and Helen Payne along with brothers, Calvin and Benny Ogletree.

Survivors include his wife, Jentje Bultman Ogletree of Jefferson, daughter, Susan Ogletree of Jefferson, son, Michael Lee Ogletree (Lisa)  of Commerce.  Grandchildren, William and Megan Norris of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Ryan and Candace Ogletree of Jefferson.  Three great grandchildren, Liam Norris, Levi, and Joe Lee Ogletree. And many nieces and nephews also survive.

In accordance with the wishes of Mr. Ogletree, his remains are to be cremated and no service is to be held.

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia.  706-367-5467.

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