Lee O'Dower

Remembering my mother´s (Edna Bear´s dear friend.) I remember as a child going to see the beautiful "animal room" LEE and Hugh had. There friendship with my parents was a special one. I also enjoyed KC Young Matrons with Lee. RIP

Lee was truly an amazing person. My husband Ben and I had the honor of being her upstairs neighbors from 2003-2006. During that time, Lee's generous hospitality, sharp mind and incredible wit never ceased to amaze us. I often went on morning walks with her, and loved to hear stories of her past. She truly was an amazing person, and we are are saddened to hear of her passing. I have no doubt that her memory will live on as a true legacy to the wonderful person she was.

My name is Carroll Bear Burger. I only recently learned of Lee's death with great sorrow.Lee was a dear friend to my Mother Edna Bear who died a little over a year ago. They were great golf buddies at Indian Hills and Huge, Lee and Edna and Jack Bear enjoyed many good times together. I knew them both for much of my childhood and loved Lee as well as Hugh. I can remember always thinking how beautiful she was..To young to recognize the inner beauty as well. I remember the first time she invited...

We are snowbirds from Wisconsin and will miss Lee so much. She was a delightful, fun lady. She loved going out for lunch or dinner. Mission Palms will not be the same without her.

My name is Karen Garrett. Lee and my mother were best buddies before I was born. Lee signed my baby book in 1941, and appears in my wedding pictures with my mother in 1962. In between, she was my idol. Lee touched my life in too many ways to count. She was always there. She was always beautiful. Her personality was always sparkling. After I lost my mother and Lee lost Hugh, Lee and I stayed in close touch. I went to Tucson to see her and she came to California to see me. In between...

For seven years, all through the year, I spent the two best hours of my week in an outdoor pool doing water aerobics in a group with Lee. She never missed a class - always the first one there in winter though the air temperature may have been in the 50’s and in summer wondering why this beautiful pool wasn’t crowded with people. Her humor was so “English” - it often took a minute to realize her delightful subtle jokes. She worked at the water aerobic exercises like the champion she was;...

My name is Lori Meents and I am signing Mrs. O'dower's guest book on behalf of my mom and dad who live at Mission Palms in Tucson. They wanted me to say that in the short time of knowing her they really enjoyed her company on walks and her stories about her life. My mother having glaucoma and limited eye sight always said what a pleasure it was when Lee would ask if she could walk with my mom and dad,and my mother and her would walk arm and arm. My condolences to you and your family on behalf...