Ms. Dora Lee "Dimples" Embry
June 14, 1942 - May 2, 2019
Dora Lee “Dimples” Embry passed away on May 2, 2019 after fighting a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Fayette County on June 14, 1942, she was the daughter/step-daughter of the late Iva S. Lee and James E. Lee, Sr. She attended Old Douglass High School (class of 1960) and graduated from Central High School in Columbus, Ohio. She furthered her education as a student of The Ohio State University. “Dimple,” as she was affectionately known, started her career in the healthcare industry in 1967 with the Medicare Part B Office. She ended her career with Anthem Blue Cross/ Blue Shield (Medicare Part B Division) after 29 years. After her retirement, she worked at Humana Healthcare in Louisville, Kentucky and the Community Action Council of Lexington-Fayette County. Dora was a faithful member of Duncan Chapel United Methodist Church in the community of Jimtown. She diligently served her fellow congregation as an usher for many years. Dora is survived by her sisters, Arnetta Lee and Jessie (Robert) Lee; a brother, James E. Lee, Jr; a faithful care giving sister-in-law, Annie R. Lee; nieces, Shawnee, Sherreta and Shannon; nephews, Richard, Jr. and Rodney; many great nieces and great nephews, many dear and cherished cousins, especially the Ohio gang, and a host of other relatives and life-long friends.
Dora Lee “Dimples” Embry passed away on May 2, 2019 after fighting a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Fayette County on June 14, 1942, she was the daughter/step-daughter of the late Iva S. Lee and James E.... View Obituary & Service Information