It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Marie Lee, 59, on the morning of October 18, 2025, at Pioneer House Health Center in Sacramento, California, with her devoted husband Mike by her side holding her hand, after a courageous but brief battle with glioblastoma.
Born in Bellflower, California, Lisa brought love, laughter, and creativity to everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her loud, contagious laugh, her artistic spirit, and the joy she shared with family and friends. Lisa delighted in making hand-painted wooden Christmas yard decorations, a hobby that showcased her talent and creativity.
Lisa is survived by her loving husband Michael Murphy of Fort Bragg, CA, her children, Justin Murphy, of Fort Bragg and Taylor Murphy of Ukiah, CA, her grandchildren, Alexia Renteria and Colson Phillips, She is also survived by her mother Rachel Brown of El Paso, TX and her siblings Sheri White (Rich) Grand Junction, CO Kerry Brown (Cheryl) Santa Rosa, CA. Kevin Brown (Sheila) Mesquite, NV Erika Blanshard (Johnny) El Paso, TX and Nikki Estep (Terry) Centennial, CO.
She is preceded in death by her father, Alfred Brown and her sisters, Susan Larsen and Michele Nicoli. Lisa will also be remembered by her extended family, including Aunt Tina Cervantes, Aunt Esther Nevarez , Uncle Danny Nevarez and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Lisa’s warmth, humor, and love for her family will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Arrangements for a memorial or celebration of life will be shared with family and friends at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
904 N 7th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreInformation and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreYou may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read moreThese free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read moreSome basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more