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Lee Destache Obituary
Lee Austin Destache, 85, Armstrong Creek, passed peacefully into eternal life on Sunday, November 8, 2015. He was born on October 17, 1930, to Austin Charles Destache (Alvira) and Nathalie Lee Destache in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Lee was a 1948 graduate of Green Bay West High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. Lee served on U.S.S. Manta, U.S.S. Cero and U.S.S. Segundo. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1953 and also served another 10 years in the Navy Reserve.
On March 27, 1954, Lee was united in marriage to Theressa Johnson in Oconto, WI.
He was an outgoing, master storyteller who was a loving and devoted husband and father to four children. After serving his country he went on to work in the telecommunications industry, including working 20 years with Wisconsin Bell. Lee founded Opticom, Inc. in 1972 in Oconto, WI, an optical supply ordering company that is still in operation today. He finished his working career at Cruisers Inc. in Oconto. After retirement in 1989, he and Theressa moved into their lake shore home in Armstrong Creek, WI.
Lee enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, guitar playing, painting, gardening, knitting (and spinning a good "yarn") as he was truly blessed with the gift of gab.
Lee is survived by his children: Michael Destache (Leah Zahorik), Oconto; Renee Destache (Michael Raby), De Pere; Amy Destache (Michael Johnston), Chicago, IL; Lori Carey (John Smithhisler), Oconto; grandchildren; Amber, Ryan, Nicole, Jayme, Eric, Brittany, Brooke, Shannon and Ashley; brothers-in-law: George Johnson (Joan), Green Bay; and Lawrence Johnson (Joanne), Menominee Falls, WI. He will also be dearly missed by his six great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews; his dear friends, Robert and Lorraine "Petey" Wilson; other relatives, friends, former co-workers, and those at the Goodman-Armstrong Creek VFW.
He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife, Theressa in 2005; and his sister, Charlotte Renier.
The Funeral Service was held at Blaney Funeral Home, Green Bay, on Friday, November 13. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Lee's name to benefit the VFW.
Lee's family extends a special thank you to the staff of Sharpe Care in Oconto Falls; his roommate, Ecker who became a very respected friend; and the staffs of Unity Hospice, and the Veterans Hospital of Iron Mountain, MI for their wonderful care of Lee.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lee Destache
November 20, 2015
My deepest sympathy for your loss. As you share your many fond memories with each other, please share this promise found at 1st Corinthians 15 : 26. Diane.
Juli & Eddie Garcia
November 14, 2015
To Lori, John, and the Destashe Family please accept our heart felt condolences during this sad time. We didn't know your father, but he sounds like he lived a good life and leaves behind a legacy to be proud of.
Becky Dolata
November 13, 2015
Dear Destache family,
My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your Dad. It certainly isn't easy.
He was an amazing man and good friend to my family.
Hugs, Becky (Maas) Dolata
November 12, 2015
This message is from my mom, Arlys Maas: Sorry for your loss, He was a great friend and coworker.
Brigid Murphy
November 11, 2015
Oh so sorry to hear Lee has passed he will be missed. We missed him,on Tues. Armstrong Creek meal site. He played cribbage with a few of us and did enjoy him. We acouple of,us,would road trip and had a blast. He is missed. Great guy. Love you Lee.
Sandra & Jim Aerts
November 11, 2015
Destache Family; Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Tina Hazen
November 11, 2015
Amy, Lori, Mike and Renee,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad, he was a great man! Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
Steve Johnson
November 10, 2015
Mike, Renee, Lori and Amy, sorry to hear the news about Uncle Lee, he will be in our prayers. He was always a fun uncle to be around and he always killed my dad in golf.
Scott Riggs
November 10, 2015
I am sorry for your loss and will keep your family in my prayers.
November 10, 2015
Lori, Amy & families,
Deeply saddened by seeing your Dad's name here. Prayers go out to all of you. Keep him & your Mom close to you in your heart always
Ron & Cindy Kroll
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