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Darrell Lee Obituary
Darrell Malan Lee, of Medina, Washington, born on November 11, 1931 in Seattle, Washington, to Rose Malan Lee and L. Darrell Lee, passed away at age 86 on November 6, 2018 in Bellevue, Washington.
Darrell graduated from Stadium High School, Tacoma, Wa., in 1949 and from the University of Washington in 1954 where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration.
Darrell served our country in the Army Counter Intelligence Corp. from 1954 to 1957. He attended the Army Languages School in Carmel, Ca followed by active duty in Seoul, Korea.
Following his service, Darrell began his career in the Insurance Industry. In 1967 he became Washington States first Public Insurance Adjuster which he continued until his retirement.
Darrell was an active and faithful member of Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Medina, Wa.
Darrell was predeceased by his loving parents and his Grandson, Michael Gregory Lee. He is survived by his wife, Gayle Barry Lee, his daughter, Laura S. Lee, his son, Gregory S. Lee and wife Jennell Vick, his granddaughters, Fiona K. Lee and Annabel G. Lee. He also leaves behind his adoring dog Sunni.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish, may donate to a charity of your choice or to, Alcoholics Anonymous, The Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Assoc., The Muscular Dystrophy Assoc., or Saint Thomas Episcopal Church, Medina, Wa.
Friends and family are welcome to pay their respects at the funeral service on Saturday, November 17 at 1:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life to follow at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church, 8398 NE 12th Street,
Medina, Washington, 98039
Acacia Memorial Park & Funeral Home is handling arrangements, 14951 Bothell Way NE, Seattle, 2063625525.
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Cyrus Donald Smith
January 7, 2024
Daryl was like a 2nd father to me. I really miss him
October 7, 2019
It is with sadness I have noticed this in October 2019. When I practiced law in Washington state I had many occasions to work with Darrel on insurance matters. He was intelligent, always on his game, a man's man. He was a great ally if he was on your side and a great opponent if he wasn't. After any case however he was always Darrell, exuberant, personable, and fun. He accomplished much for insureds and insurers in Washington state and I will remember him with fondness and respect.
Neil Dorfman
Jerry Gelfand
November 15, 2018
Darrell was the consummate professional with a sense of humor and joy of life that made him a pleasure to work with. I have missed him.
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