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Richard Lee Obituary

Richard E. Lee Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on October 5, 2009 at the age of 76. He is survived by his loving wife Norma, their four children Richard, Sharon, Kathleen, and David, and his two granddaughters Ashley and Kiersten. He was preceded in death by his son Ronald. He was a native of New York but fell in love with Yosemite on a trip to California one year and was determined to make California his home. In 1960 he packed up his family and did just that. He was a tremendous husband and a wonderful father who always put the needs of others before his own. His spirit was gentle but his strength immense. He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. The family held a private memorial and ask that any donations be made to the Kaiser South Bay Hospice Program.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Oct. 11, 2009.

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Karen Baumgartner

October 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rick Burns

October 12, 2009

I am so glad we were able to get Uncle Dick up to Mi Wuk when I was out visting with my Mom. He was such a great uncle and I will miss him. My thoughts are with you all.

Rick Burns

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