James "Lee" Parham, Sr.

James “Lee” Parham, Sr., 76, passed away June 8, 2024.  Lee was born in Opelika, on July 16, 1947, where he lived and worked many years, before moving to Dadeville, AL. 

He was a member of the Twin City Masonic Lodge, Auburn-Opelika Elks Lodge, and attended The Church of God’s Grace, pastored by the late, David Waldrop, in Dadeville, AL. 

Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Bobbie Parham, of Salem, AL. 

He is survived by his five children, Shannon Dudley (Carl), James Parham Jr. (Sue), Carol Hart (Jeff), Meredith LeGrand (Jay), and Matthew Parham; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and his brother, Bob Parham. 

A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, June 12th, at 10:00 am, at Garden Hill Cemetery, in Opelika.