Lee Etta R. Salyer, 95, of Hampton, passed away on November 11, 2016, after valiantly battling Alzheimer's. Born in Dante, VA, she was the youngest daughter of Robert E. Salyer and Audie M. Isaacs. Three brothers and two sisters, George R. Salyer, Kermit W. Salyer, Curtis W. Salyer, Bannie Fletcher and Thelma L. Ratliff predeceased her. A half-brother, Robert E. Salyer of Maryland, as well as, numerous nieces and nephews survive her.

She was a graduate of Hampton High School and was employed by C&P Telephone Company (Bell Atlantic/Verizon) retiring after over 44 years of service. She served as past President of the Telephone Pioneers, was an active volunteer with the Red Cross Blood Drive, as well as, a volunteer at the Old Sentara Hospital Pharmacy and Shelton Home in Hampton. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church.

Born with a "mega watt" smile that would light up her face, Lee loved music and dance. She was a student of the Arthur Murray School of Dance and spent many happy times dancing at various venues in the Hampton Roads area. She was a very "classy and tasteful lady" in her appearance, demeanor and home.

Lee was also a very generous and giving person. Over her lifetime, she opened her heart and home to 8 dogs and 1 cat, as well as, two of her nieces. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. She is now at peace in the arms of the angels with the Lord.

Relatives and Friends may call at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23669, (757) 723-3191 on Friday, November 18, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A graveside service will be on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at Parklawn Memorial Park, 2551 N. Armisted Ave., Hampton, VA  23669 (757) 827-4620.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., FL 17, Chicago, IL  60601, (800) 272-3900.