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Richard Lee Obituary

Richard Lee, 100, of Memphis, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 14, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1924 in Washington, DC. Mr. Lee retired from the Defense Depot of Memphis and was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church. In his younger years he was a Bat Boy for the Washington Senators Baseball Team. He was a master craftsman, a beekeeper and an avid bowler. Mr. Lee is survived by his wife of over 74 years, Wanda Lee; three daughters, Cindy (Frank) Irby, Nancy (Joe) Sellers, Patty (Tim) McCormack; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. All services are Private.

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Published by The Daily Memphian on Jul. 17, 2025.

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