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Robert Lee Obituary
February 28, 1931 -
November 15, 2020
Robert "Bob" Lee passed away on November 15, 2020 at the age of 89. He was a long-time resident of Troy, Michigan and he grew up in Algonac, Michigan.
Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Lee. Dear father of Cary Lee (Kevin), Jody Sway-Tin (Min), and the late David Lee. Loving grandfather of Natalie Sway-Tin, Alex Sway-Tin and Eric Sway-Tin. Dear brother of the late Betty Rex and dear brother-in-law of Tom Rex.
His professional career was spent in research and development in the Physics department at the General Motors Tech Center. Bob had many accomplishments throughout his 35 year career at GM, particularly in the area of Magnetics.
Bob was a Sailor and a Boat Builder. Over the course of 13 years he built a 45 foot sailboat. He sailed for many years with his family and friends on the Great Lakes and off the coast of Maine.
Bob was a jazz enthusiast, and he particularly enjoyed the Big Bands. He was a drummer in his youth, and played the dance club circuit. He exchanged jazz tapes and cd's with friends throughout his life.
After he retired, he spent time as a Hospice Volunteer with Cranbrook/Beaumont Hospice for nearly 19 years. In addition, he headed up a high school program at Fraser High School to mentor students interested in Science and Physics.
His hobbies included motorcycling, bicycling, reading and spending time with his beloved dogs.
Bob will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his generosity, and his love of family and friends.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held in Michigan in June of 2021 and more details will follow closer in.
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Mike Czuprenski
March 9, 2024
When I got up this morning I was puzzled by the vivid dream I had last night....included me on a lake watching Bob Lee go by on his big sailboat. I hadn't thought of him in probably 30 years, but remember him building a large ferro-cement sailboat with my dad, Adam, and buddy Gerry Folgman. I remember being in my 20's (50 years ago!) and listening to the three of them excitedly talk about design details, with Dad being primarily responsible for the interior woodwork. Bob always seemed to have a smile on his face and his enthusiasm was contagious. He wrote each of my siblings and me a heartwarming letter about my dad when he passed away, and that gesture was appreciated more than he'll ever know. God bless you Bob!!
Michael Leese
November 24, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was an inspiring person to me with respect to all he tackled in life. I have fond memories of him hearing about building his sailboat as well as sailing it, his views on jazz, politics, and many aspects of life for that matter. I shared a few jazz cassette tapes with him to introduce some newer jazz groups to him. I remember he came with my folks to hear me perform with the Michigan Tech Jazz Lab Band. I was so impressed he came to the concert and enjoyed hearing his take on our band. He was also very thoughtful and had a memorial bell created in memory of my grandfather Leo Sedwick, who used to school us all on the pool table. In retrospect, I’d have to say Bob lived “large” having the fortitude and courage to take on big projects in life. Very admirable and influential for me. With sympathy to Carrie, Jody, and the Lee family, Mike Leese
Jeff
November 22, 2020
I’ll never forget you Bob Lee
Abbie Leese Holden
November 22, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a great friend of my dads and our entire family. Jazz, pool, and intense dicusssions were their favorite things to do. My first time on a sail boat was with Bob and our two families enjoyed weekends at the Betty Rex home on Lake St. Clair when we were young. When my dad passed eight years ago, we found boxes of jazz tapes made for him by Bob. We send our prayers and deepest sympathy to Carrie, Jody and the entire Lee family. Hugs, Abbie Leese Holden
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Betty Folgmann
November 22, 2020
Love to the Lee family. My dad Gerry Folgmann and Bob were friends. I was lucky enough to take a trip on the Desiderata. My dad and uncle Bill took a trip up the coast with him too. I’m sure they’re talking boats now, like I remember them in my parents kitchen.
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