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Michael Lee Obituary
He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth M. nee Murray; loving father of Margaret M. and Christina A. Lee; devoted son of Violet Lee of Woodstock and the late Thomas Lee; dear brother of Laura (Phil) Uhlenhake of Burlington, Wis., and Linda (Mark) Barton of Wheeling; and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.
The visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner St. (Northwest Highway/Route 14 and Rand Road), Des Plaines. The funeral will begin with prayers at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at the funeral home and continue to St. Mary of the Woods Church 7033 W. Moselle, Chicago, for a celebration of funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will be at All Saints Cemetery.
For information, call the funeral home at 847-824-5155 or oehlerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Lee
Sponsored by Liz, Maggie and Christy Lee.
Liz Lee
September 5, 2020
Today marks a decade since you passed away. Our grief still exists but is not as raw and painful as it was on this day ten years ago. The loss never disappears and there are no timelines as to how long anyone grieves. The loss doesn’t consume us anymore but it still exists. We will always love and miss you. Until we meet again.
Liz Lee
September 5, 2019
Love you and miss you. Hope you are watching over us. Love always, Liz, Maggie and Christy.
September 5, 2017
7 years ago today. I still miss you so much. The raw intensity of my grief has subsided, but there is a permanent hole in my heart. Love you always.
kevin lee
May 27, 2017
Seven years and I still cry and miss you.Thank God for you in my life.Some of my best memories are with you!!!I sit here tonight listening to the Allman Brothers { Greg joined you today} and again my heart has changed.We both loved his music,it changed who we were.Every time I hear their music I smile and think of you.I miss you cuz.See you down the road where we can laugh together again.Love you
Kevin
Brigitte Tiller
December 30, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss
September 29, 2015
We still miss you everyday. We did the Out of the Darkness Walk this past weekend in honor of you. Until we meet again. Love you,
Liz, Maggie and Christy
September 5, 2014
Four years today. Hard to believe. Miss you every day.
Love you always,
Liz, Maggie and Christy
Chris Tenuta
September 17, 2013
I want you to know I think of you from time to time old friend of mine.
September 6, 2013
Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand. Love and miss you always, Liz, Maggie and Christy
September 5, 2012
Another year has come and gone. Maggie, Christy and I still miss you and love you very much. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Keep a watch over us. Until we meet again. Love you much.
September 1, 2011
You are not forgotten, loved one, Nor will you ever be. As long as life and memory last We will remember thee. We miss you now. Our hearts are sore. As time goes by We miss you more. Your loving smile, your gentle face, No one can fill your vacant place. Love you always, Liz, Maggie and Christy
September 16, 2010
To the Lee family,
Just learned of Mike's passing, and of course just don't know what to say. I worked with Mike for many years in the pits and admired him greatly. He was an honest, proud, family man, and I'll miss him. My prayers are with you.
Bruce Mattson (TY)
Larry Goldstein
September 14, 2010
Dear Liz and Family,
I left the trading floor in 2004. I have not seen Micheal since my days on the floor and was so sorry to hear about his passing. I will always have fond memories of Michael.
Sorry for your loss.
Lgo
September 14, 2010
Dear Liz, Maggie & Christina - Our deepest condolences on your loss of Mike. We both have warm and fond memories of the times we spent together.
With Sympathy,
Julie & Ray Jezierski
Barbara Miller
September 13, 2010
Dear Mrs Lee, Laura and Linda,
There are no words to say what I want to express. I have so many memories of Michael when we were kids and seeing him again after so many years. I wish that I could have been here for you. Just know, that I prayed for Mike and for you all during this time. You all were never far from my thoughts. May God bless you and help you through the pain. I send my love..
Barb & Ed
Barbara Miller
September 13, 2010
To Liz, Maggie & Christina...I was so very shocked to hear of Michaels passing. He was a good guy when we were kids, and seeing him again after so many years, he still was the same. I know this is so very hard to come to terms with this. May God give you all the strength to carry on.
All My Love,
Barbara
Doug Witter
September 12, 2010
Dear Lee family,
I attended the Mass yesterday and just wanted to express my sincere condolences at your great loss. Mike worked with our group at the CME for a number of years and was a great guy! He had a great work ethic and a great sense of humor. He will be missed by all the people he touched over the many years at the Exchanges.
Mike Tracy
September 11, 2010
To Mike's family and close friends,
I didn't know Mike real well, but we worked in close proximity on the trading floor and I also worked with his brother-in-law, John Murray.
Mike was such an easy-going, fun-loving guy. It's so hard to believe what happened. I'll always remember him as someone with a joke and a ready smile.
The world will miss him.
Al, Deana, Rhiannon and Trevor Stobbe
September 11, 2010
Liz, Maggie and Christy,
We send you our deepest sympathy. May you find strength through family and friends and comfort in your memories.
Maureen Janson Heintz
September 11, 2010
with love to you and your family, Liz,
Maureen (Reenie) Janson Heintz
Chantel Splinter
September 10, 2010
Liz,Maggie and Christie,
I was shocked to here of your loss.
Try to remember the good times.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
If we can do anything please don't hesitate to call.
The Splinter Family
Chantel,Bryan,Teagan and Amelia
Kim Spengler
September 10, 2010
Liz,
I just found out today about your loss. I was shocked and deeply saddened by the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Maggie and Christy in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Please know that I am available to you if you should ever need anything. I am so sorry.
Kim Spengler and Family
Doug, Kathy and Jordan Parker
September 10, 2010
Liz, Maggie and Christina,
We are saddened at this very difficult time for you and your family. Our hearst and prayers go out to you. In our very short time of getting to know Mike - we saw a very nice, kind man!
Keep your memories close and may God bless you and your family.
Harold & Laura Heinberg
September 10, 2010
Liz, Maggie, Christy and Lee Family, Our condolences: Maggie and Christy your great kids, sorry your Dad's life was short. But you will always remember the great times you had. You will have more good times with him in your hears.
Larry Morgan
September 10, 2010
Please accept the condolences of a former colleague of Mike's.
Maureen Cortilet
September 10, 2010
To the Lee Family, our deepest sympathies at your great loss. We were greatly shocked to hear of your husband/dad's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this very trying time.
The Cortilet Family
Patrick Clifford
September 10, 2010
To Liz and the Lee Family,
Though many years have passed, your loss is very personally felt. Michael was fun to be around and we shared a number of good times together. But most of all, I remember Michael as a genuinely nice guy - a good person. He went on to undertake raising two beautiful daughters. I trust these attributes will be very much in his favor as he now meets God. My sincerest sympathies and prayers to all of you.
Ronald Fishman
September 10, 2010
To the Lee Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of such a great man.
I used to enjoy our talks in the breakroom at the Merc.
I remember the first day he started there,as we worked together at first.
He would always smile as he talked about Liz and the children.
My heart goes out to all of you.
May you find strength at this time.
Allyson Hoffmeyer
September 10, 2010
Liz, Maggie, Christy and Lee Family,
May you always cherish the wonderful memories of this great man who loved you all so dearly. That love will always be in your hearts. Sending our thoughts, support and sympathies, The Hoffmeyer Family
Liz Henaghan
September 10, 2010
Liz, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Liz Henaghan
Chris Tenuta
September 10, 2010
Dear Liz, Maggie and Christy-"Bend little Willow, Winds gonna blow you hard and cold tonight. Life as it happens, Nobody warns you, Willow, hold on tight. Nothings gonna shake your love or take your love away. No ones gonna break your heart, it only seems that way.Peace will follow, Time will heal your wounds. Grow to the heavens, Now and forever, always came too soon." You have our love and prayers at all times,and anything else you need, we are here for you. God Bless you. Love, Chris and Sharon Tenuta
Sean Herling
September 9, 2010
To the Lee Family,
Words cannot begin to describe my sympathies for your loss. Aunt Lizzy, Maggy, Christy, Aunt Linda, Aunt Laura and Ma Lee - I love you all and will always remember how much of my childhood was spent with you and Uncle Michael - those will always be memories I smile about.
To Uncle Michael,
I love you and will see you again someday. Until then please keep a watchful eye over all of us. May god rest your soul.
Love
Lil, Sean Herling and Sara
Lil, Sean Herling
September 9, 2010
To the Lee Family,
I cannot find the words to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Aunt Liz, Maggy, Christy, Aunt Linda, Aunt Laura and Ma Lee - I love you all and will always remember the times with you and Uncle Michael and smile.
To Uncle Michael
I love you and I will see you on the other side someday - until then please keep a watchful eye over all of us. May god rest your soul.
Love
lil, Sean Herling and Sara
P.S. You cannot box my ears and yes the woman is treating me well.
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz, Maggie and Christy,
Words can't adequately express how deeply sad we are at the loss of our dear cousin, Michael. I will always remember the laughter and joy he brought to our family and his genuine loving, caring heart. He will be GREATLY MISSED. It is our prayer that you will lean on the only person who will bring you through this most difficult time, our Lord Jesus.
Love, Larry and Kris Lindgren
Karen (Rutzen) Gaynor
September 9, 2010
To the Lee family-my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. May God pour his love on all of you at this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Christopher Tenuta
September 9, 2010
Liz, Maggie and Christy,
BEND, LITTLE WILLOW,
WINDS GONNA BLOW YOU
HARD AND COLD TONIGHT.
LIFE, AS IT HAPPENS,
NOBODY WARNS YOU,
WILLOW, HOLD ON TIGHT.
NOTHING'S GONNA SHAKE YOUR LOVE,
TAKE YOUR LOVE AWAY.
NO ONE'S OUT TO BREAK YOUR HEART,
IT ONLY SEEMS THAT WAY.
SLEEP, LITTLE WILLOW,
PEACE GONNA FOLLOW,
TIME WILL HEAL YOUR WOUNDS.
GROW TO THE HEAVENS,
NOW AND FOREVER,
ALWAYS CAME TOO SOON.
Our Love and Prayers are with you always.
Chris and Sharon Tenuta
Chris Herling
September 9, 2010
To the Lee Family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you, Uncle Michael will be missed by all who knew him. We have great memories of a great person. Aunt Lizzy, Maggie, and Christy we love you.
Love Chris, Tera , and Heidi
Jeff, Tammie & Anthony Collins
September 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 9, 2010
Liz, Maggie and Christy,
We are thinking of you at this time. We are recalling all the wonderful memories which helps ease our sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Debbie, Kevin and Jamie Mazur
Susie Sriver
September 9, 2010
Dearest Liz,
You and the girls have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers. It means so much more having seen Michael at Grant’s graduation party in May. May you find strength through family, friends and in prayer. I am so sorry.
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz,Maggie and Christy,
Our deepest condolences to you all. May God keep you in his loving care during this incredibly difficult time and may you lean on him in all ways. You all are so loved and we are here for you if you need anything. It's so amazing how an inlaw, inlaw could have such a profound impact on our lives in so many wonderful ways. Michael was genuinely loved by the Clark family as are you and the girls. It is a tremendous loss and we feel your grief immensely. We love you!!!
Terry (Clark) Ramirez and Family.
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz,Maggie and Christy,
Our deepest condolences to you all. May God keep you in his loving care during this incredibly difficult time and may you lean on him in all ways. You all are so loved and we are here for you if you need anything. It's so amazing how our brother-in-law's, brother-in-law could have such a profound impact on our lives in so many wonderful ways. Michael was genuinely loved by the Clark family as are you and the girls. It is a tremendous loss and we feel your grief immensely. We love you!!!
Terry (Clark) Ramirez and Family.
Cathy Reiser
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz, Maggie, Christy and the Lee Family,
We are thinking of you. We are so sorry for your loss. Michael was such a nice person. We will be keeping all of you in our prayers. Just remember you have friends to do what ever we can when you need it.
The Reiser Family: Dan, Cathy, Christopher, Jimmy, Danny, and Catie
Mike and Christy Apr. '02
sean helring
September 9, 2010
Colleen Janson Wares
September 9, 2010
Liz & Family,
there are no words to adequately describe my sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you constantly.
Love,
Colleen
Scot Moeller
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Treasure the memories and find strength through family, friends and prayer.
The Moeller Family: Scot, Mary, Amanda, Max and Jake
Karen Bay
September 9, 2010
Dear Liz,
You and the girls have our deepest sympathy. We lost a friend, however, you lost your husband (and your best friend) and the girls lost a wonderful Dad. Your loss is truly heartbreaking and we can only imagine what you are going through. It is hard to make any sense of it all, however, the only advice we can give is to remember Michael for the wonderful husband, dad and overall good person that he was. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, Maggie, Christy and Michael.
Dear Vi, Linda and Laura -
There is nothing so heartbreaking as the lost of a loved one. Especially the loss of a child. Even though Mike was an adult, I know he was still your baby boy, Vi....and a kid brother to Linda and Laura. Wishing you all find the strength of get through these next few days and the days to follow. You and your families are in our prayers.
Love,
Karen and Tom
Jenny Arevalo
September 9, 2010
Liz, Maggie, & Christy- We are praying for you all & offer all sympathy. Love, Jenny, Carlos, Victor & CJ Arevalo.
Stacy Skow
September 9, 2010
Liz, Maggie and Christy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
The Skow Family
September 9, 2010
Liz and Girls,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this most difficult time. May you find strength in the Lord and all your loving friends and family. Keep all your good memories close to your hearts.
Tom and Rose Green, Steve & Tim and Families
Tommy Herling
September 9, 2010
I love you uncle michael, I will always remember you!!!! Aunt Lizzy, Christina, and Maggie, I love you the same. My thoughts and prayers go to all of you. May god bless you and the rest of the Lee family! Love,
Mike, Christy, Maggie 12/2003
Sean Herling
September 8, 2010
To the Lee Family - Liz, Maggie, Christy, Ma, Linda, Laura;
Please accept our deepest condolences.
We love you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
The Herling Family - Sean, Kathy, Sean, Chris, Tom, Patrick, Nick, Tera, Heidi.
To Michael:
A true friend is one who knows all about you and likes you anyway, Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget. I will not forget you. So for now, my memories will have to do because you and I will meet again, when we're least expecting it, One day in some far off place, I will recognize your face, I won't say goodbye my friend, For you and I will meet again.
I love you and miss you,
Thank you for all the great memories.
Sean
Daniel Herling
September 8, 2010
Michael,
I'll never forgot going to High School at Taft with Danny, Dar, Casey, Karen and youself, we had a blast. Also, I will never forget the great times we had together.
God Bless You Mike!
Your Friend Dan Herling
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