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Jim Lee Obituary
He always had a smile on his face and was a great friend to all.
Left to cherish his memories is his loving wife of 53 years, Carolyn, his four children, Rodney Lee of Lemoore, Susan & Kevin Loper of Lemoore, Stacey & Brian Wong of Mountain View, Leslie & Doug Holiday of Fresno; eight grandchildren, whom he adored, Meghan, Scott, and Ryan Loper, Matthew and Eric Wong, Jessica, Jason, and Jacob Holiday; siblings, Art Lee, Tim Lee, Mary Tom, Betty Kendall, Lonnie Stoddard, and Carole Flanigan; sister-in-law, Virginia Lee; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his daugher, Allison.
A giving person in life, and in death, his tissue and bone donation will help as many as 100 people or more. Visitation will be held at Phipps-Dale Funeral Chapel, 420 W. D St., Lemoore on Sunday, July 17, 2011 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will be on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at South Valley Community Church, 1050 W. Bush Street, Lemoore.
Remembrances, in lieu of flowers, may be made to American Heart Association, 7425 N. Palm Bluffs Ave., #101, Fresno, CA 93711or American Cancer Society, 2222 W. Shaw Ave., #201, Fresno, CA 93711.
"You are loved and will be missed. You will remain in our hearts forever."
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Memories and Condolences
for Jim Lee
Edna Rowell
July 21, 2011
Our most sincere sympathies to Jim's entire family. He was a wonderful, funny man and always made us feel better after a talk with him.
Edna Rowell, Butch Rowell & Family , Rhonda Rowell Ieronimo & Family
July 18, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to his wife and family.
Scott and Tina Ballew, Santa Maria, CA.
Deborah Torres-Reyna
July 17, 2011
My prayers are with you and your family Susan. May the Lord's strength help you during this difficult time. God bless the Lee family.
Gretta (White) Holland
July 17, 2011
So sorry to hear about Jimmy. He always had a grin on his face in Grammer School and High School. He will be greatly missed.
randy herrin
July 17, 2011
to a good man and friend.
Victoria Furry
July 15, 2011
I remember at the last Han San back in April, Uncle Jim made the funniest, and somewhat "off-colored," remark about the van I had been driving and I laughed so hard, I think I turned red! I will always remember and cherish all the moments I got to talk with him, as well as all the hugs and his infectious smile. Nobody will ever be able to replace him in our hearts, as well as mine. Uncle Jim, you will always be missed and loved.
July 15, 2011
Carolyn and Family,
May God bless you in this time of loss and keep you all strong. Your family has always held a special place in my heart and I will miss Jim and his wonderful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe & Lisa Dones and Family.
Elaine "Laney" Baltazar
July 14, 2011
Dear Carolyn & Family,
It has been many many years since my family met yours. We have seen so many of our family and friends pass on over the years. I remember when I first came to Lemoore in 1962 and the years following when we spent times together with Josie and Ted and the kids when I came to live with them. The parties and the gatherings were so memorable. Jim was a wonderful person and with such a warm smile and a great personality and caring person. It was always a great pleasure when we ran into each other reminiscing about the earlier years. Jim will truly be missed by all of those who he always was in contact with and I will always remember the earlier years when we spent time during my high school years at your home. My prayers are with you Carolyn and your family. Jim will be missed. God bless you and your family.
July 14, 2011
Carolyn and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you in this time. Our prayers and thoughts are sent to you for comfort. Jim is one of the kindest people we know and will remain so forever.
Rick Pietrzyk
July 14, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Chavez
July 14, 2011
May the Lord give you strength and may your memories bring smiles to your faces during this difficult time. I didn't know Jim, but have heard many great things about him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I drive by your house on my way home, and will miss seeing Mr. Lee carefully attending the plants and front yard. I always look forward to his Christmas decorations and appreciate his attention to detail. Judging by all the cars at your home around holidays, I can tell you're a very close family. In fact, I noticed a lot of cars this weekend and said to my husband, "I hope nothing has happened." I was saddened to hear of your loss and want you to know that Mr. Lee has touched people he didn't even know.
Barbara & Mike Baumgartner
July 14, 2011
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
July 14, 2011
Carolyn, I just want you and your family to know that you are in our prayers and we too have lost a great friend. Chuck & Jeri Borrecco
Nancy Kairis
July 14, 2011
My Dear Carolyn...My deepest sympathies to you and your entire family on the loss of Jim...What a guy!..Just saw him at the Festa and we once again spoke about our golf game; of course at the moment I haven't one and he said the same. There was always a pleasant and kind word spoken between us...will miss him terribly. May you find the peace and comfort to carry you through the next many months with your family around you and the good Lord above to remind you of his faithful love to all of you..I am so sorry and will contact you in person as the days move on. God be with you my friend. Love, Nancy
Mary Jane Larson
July 13, 2011
Carolyn, I am so very sorry to here about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
American Heart Association
July 13, 2011
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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