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LEE--James B. Jr.

James B. Lee Jr., on June 17, 2015. Beloved husband of Beth, and loving father of Lexi, Jamie, Izzy, and grandfather to Bobby and JoJo. Known as Jimmy, he was tenaciously loyal, and a source of inspiration to many who knew him as a mentor, colleague, and friend. He was a proud champion of Williams College and cared deeply about education and providing opportunities for those in need. A world- class fly fisherman, he lived for being outdoors and cherished time with his family. He was a larger-than-life personality who loved rock-and-roll, the thrill of the deal, his firm J.P. Morgan Chase, and his clients who he considered friends. The family invites friends to Memorial Mass on Monday, June 22nd at 10am at St. Patrick's Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Inner-City Scholarship Fund.

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Published by New York Times on Jun. 19, 2015.

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Michele Cousin

July 6, 2015

I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you, Mrs. Beth Lee, your children and your grandchildren. I began my career at Chase, with Chemical Bank in 1994 and always heard about your husband but never had the fortune to meet him.
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

andy collins

June 23, 2015

jimmy lee's mom took me and mike mcbride out for dinner and presented us with the jerusalem bible on his 18th birthday-oct 30th 1970.From the canterbury days,a tenacious,funloving,friend.Jimmy was cool back in the sixties.Rest in peace

David Acharya

June 22, 2015

Jimmy, thank you for everything you did for finance. If it was not the amazing experience I gained while working in your department, I would not be the professional that I am today. Thank you! God Bless!

Betsy Schaper

June 21, 2015

At Williams College, he always struck me as a down to earth guy. There was a fire in his blue eyes & I knew he would soar & soar he did. But he kept his feet firmly on the ground--no airs about his great successes. Recently we were in touch as I tried to locate a mutual Williams pal: he was as nice as could be. Beth, to you & your entire family my heartfelt sympathy on the sudden & untimely death of this wonderful man in your lives. RIP Jimmy & God bless his family.

Frank Signorelli

June 20, 2015

A true giant and gentleman . May your soul rest in peace , and may the comfort of God's peace be with your family always.

Lyndon (Lyn) Evans

June 20, 2015

I fondly remember Jimmy during my days at WLAD/WDAQ/Berkshire Broadcasting in Danbury, CT during the 70's.

Condolences to all of the Lee family.

Dick Halligan

June 20, 2015

A loss of a great man who gave his heart and soul to all he met. Our thoughts are with Lexie and family.

Peter Hanson

June 19, 2015

Adios, friend. Peace to your family, peace to your soul.

Ali Parish

June 19, 2015

From all the people who knew you in school in Ridgefield, you were always a gentle giant. Forever rest in peace and blessings to your family. May the Lord hold you forever in his arms, and may your soul be at peace. You will be missed by many. Gods blessing to you.



May you rest in peace. Blessings..Ali aPArish

Ray Goldbach

June 19, 2015

Godspeed and rest in peace Mr. Jimmy Lee. You were a class act and always cordial to the whole crew who works the elevator lobbies 270 Park. We will miss you.

Dave D

June 19, 2015

An incredible force of human nature -- passionate, driven, inspiring, caring, and deeply devoted to family, friends, JPM, and Williams College. Such a loss, we miss you dearly.

Tricia Deans

June 19, 2015

I owe Jimmy so much. He put a human touch on a business that had become something else. He was a mentor and a friend to me and so many, many others. Loved him.

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