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Harry Yee Obituary
Harry Yee, 73, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2007, after a courageous, yet brief, battle with cancer
The celebration of Harry Yee's life began on October 17, 1934. He was a life-long resident of Akron.
Affectio-nately referred to as "Unk" by his many nieces and nephews, Harry led a life full of fun, adventure, selflessness and generosity. He had a voracious appetite for food and life.
Along his journey, he met Fue Lane--his love, his wife of 41 years. From this union with Lane arrived his joy, Janice, with whom they shared a special bond. Calling every night, they would trade "I love yous"... with a tender challenge to see who could get in the last one before hanging up the phone.
Harry's passion for architecture began by earning a B.S. at the Ohio State University and spawned a career taking him as far as the Czech Republic. He worked for his own firm, then at Forest City Enterprises and, until his final days, at Milan Bender & Assoc. Harry's greatest passion was being "Goang-Goang" to his cherished grandson and kindred spirit, Harrison.
Harry's physical journey ended with his incredibly devoted family and close friends by his side, celebrating the gift of having shared this life with such a wonderful man.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Toon Ark and Get Fong; brother, William Yee; sister, Margaret Wong; and brothers-in-law, Ray Seeto and Charles Lee. Love for Harry will continue through the memories of his wife, Lane; his devoted daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Robert Rothschild; and beloved grandson, Harrison; sisters, Mary Lee, Maxine Seeto, Minnie (Hip) Wong; brother, Roy (Liz) Yee; brother-in-law Wing Kee Wong; 24 nieces and nephews, including "Akron Doubles" Amy (Todd) Scott, Kathy (Matt) MacLean, Michael Wong, David (Amy) Wong, Barbara (Wayne) Gipson; 38 great-nieces and nephews; and, many, many dedicated and caring friends.
A celebration of his life will be held 11 a.m. MONDAY, December 10th at Montrose Zion United Methodist Church, 565 N. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Akron, OH 44333. Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call SUNDAY, December 9th, 2 to 6 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., and from 9 to 11 a.m. MONDAY at Montrose Zion U.M.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of VNS, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Fairlawn, OH 44333.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Yee
Angela Pritchard
January 5, 2008
Dear Lane, Janice, Rob, Harrison and the Wong family,
We share in your loss of Harry, yet we know he is now in a place of everlasting peace.
Our family was blessed to have so many warm memories of Harry and his family during our years in Akron. Their dear friendship has truly made a positive imprint in our lives.
We send our love and prayers to the family.
Li and Cecilia Tao
Jeff and Sung-Min Tao & family
Mike and Angela Pritchard & family
Kathy MacLean
December 16, 2007
Unk, We miss you!! Thank-you for everything you have been to us!We were the lucky ones to have you in our life. We will cherish all our memories and share them with Harrison. We love you! Love&Peace,Matt,Kathy&Trenton
Harold Steele
December 10, 2007
My prayers and love are with you. I feel Blessed to have had HARRY for a friend for so many tears.
The Richards Family
December 10, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janice Parish
December 10, 2007
Dear Lane,
I am so sorry to hear about Harry. I remember so many good times at Forest City Precast. He was always the 'creator' of our lunches and after work dinners, especially our "garbage can" cookouts.
He was kind and gentle. I always admired his knowledge, his tenacity and his love of life. I am sorry life took our 'gang' in so many different directions.
Heaven is going to be a better place. At the very least it will be more architecturally up to date.
Love,
Max Combs
December 10, 2007
Mrs. Yee, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and Mr. Yee were always so generous to both Missy and I on many occasions. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Debi Salzman
December 9, 2007
So sorry to hear about Uncle Harry.Thinking of everyone.
Pat Hecky
December 8, 2007
Lane so sorry for your loss. Harry was a wonderful person and I felt honored to know him.
Wendy Harris
December 7, 2007
Harry meant the world to me and he will truly be missed. I can only be thankful that I was blessed to spend the time I did with him. He will always be loved and never forgotten! Please know that you all are in my prayers and my heart.
Love you guys
Marva Rogers
December 7, 2007
Rob, Janice & Harrison - My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are all continuously in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories help in your comfort.
Amy, Todd, Ben, Collin, Lauren Scott
December 7, 2007
We will miss you Unk! We will never forget you! You are our inspiration! Thank you for showing us your love and devotion to our family!
Chen Family
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
Ian Pan
December 6, 2007
Uncle Harry, I know you're now with the Lord at his house. You are missed by many, but we will meet again someday.
Aunt Lane, Aunt Minnie, Uncle Hip and the rest of the family, I am deeply saddened to learn about your profound loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences on the behalf of my entire family. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that Uncle Harry is in a better place.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
December 7, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Scott
December 6, 2007
Uncle Harry we miss you..
Aunt Lane we love you...
The Scott Family
Christine Spinner
December 6, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! God bless you all!
Chrissie, Steve, Bailey, Griffin, & Hope Spinner
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