He was preceded in death by wife of 48 years, Ellen Magee.

He is survived by two sons: Lee Magee and Brian Magee and wife Eileen Rosato Magee; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends.

He grew up during the Great Depression and served in the US Army from 1941 to 1945. He was involved in almost of all the European Battles. He was a combat engineer in the Army. After being discharged in 1945 he went to work for Sun Oil Company for 37 years, until he retired. He was very active the Methodist Church. But more than anything he was a great husband, father, and humanitarian.