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Travis Lee Obituary
Born in Niskayuna on Nov. 1, 1984, he was the beloved son of Clifford and Bonnie Lee.
Travis attended Niskayuna High School, where he participated in several sports.
Travis loved the outdoors and outdoor activities, including mountain biking, hiking, camping, swimming and golfing.
He attended Hudson Valley Community College and the State University at Potsdam, where he was active in his fraternity, Phi Kappa Sigma, and was involved in organizing various fraternity functions.
In Niskayuna, he was a standout on the club soccer team.
His strongest passions were snowboarding and spending time on his grandparents' farm in Granville, where he developed a deep abiding love and respect for nature, learned from his grandfather and grandmother, the late Paul and Marguerite Lee.
Travis made strong friendships wherever he went, and used his sense of humor to put both friends and strangers at ease. He approached life with intensity and commitment.
He was a communicant of St. Helen's Roman Catholic Church in Niskayuna.
He is survived by his parents, a sister, Anya Lee; and a brother, Noah Lee, all of Niskayuna; a grandmother, Peggy Billow of Granville, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Calling hours are on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, 1503 Union St., Schenectady.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Helen's Roman Catholic Church in Niskayuna at 9 a.m. on Saturday.
Donations in Trav's memory can be made to "To Write Love on Her Arms" at www.twloha.com, or to the Stanford Heights Fire Department, Central Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12308.
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Memories and Condolences
for Travis Lee
Krista Courtright
April 23, 2008
Travis -
Its so hard to believe its been a year already - not a day goes by where you are not thought of.We miss and love you !
Until We Meet Again -
chris willey
April 22, 2008
Travis, I remember some good times, I shed a tear, I share a smile. I hope you have better times where you are now, but know we had some great times too.
Barb Zanella
May 5, 2007
Cliff & family,
The unimagineable has touched your lives. I grieve for you as this loss is so difficult. As I read tributes to Travis, I regret never having met him. I send you caring thoughts, prayers and my very deepest sympathy. (I have just today learned of your loss as we were away.) May Heaven send you gentle comfort...
Niqui,Kristen T, Mindel Hastings
May 4, 2007
T Lee we love you and we miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and we want them to know that if they ever need anything we will be there in a second. We've all had our ups and downs but through it all, it's always been the Nisky crew. We love and miss you with all of our hearts and think of you everday. We'll see you soon TMFL!!!!!! WE LOVE YOU and We love you so much Bonnie, Cliff, Noah and Anya.
Debbie Hjeltnes
April 30, 2007
To the Lee Family,
My son, Daniel, and I wish to express our sincere condolences for the loss of your son. Our deepest sympathy is with you at this time.
Jay Favuzzi
April 30, 2007
To the Lee Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you from many miles away, Travis will allways be remembered as a leader and as my brother, he will never fade from our memories.
Stellis Aequus Durando
Andy and Connie Resetar and Family
April 29, 2007
Dear Bonnie, Cliff and Family
We are deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Travis. Take comfort in your family and friends, they are the ones who will help you survive this terrible time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael Wallender
April 28, 2007
To the Lee family: I give you my deepest condolences. Travis was a phenomenal young man with great character. His life has touched so many lives and I will always carry his memory. The poem that was read by Anya at the Mass service was beautiful.
Liz and Jeff Gluck
April 28, 2007
Dear Bonnie, Cliff, Anya, and Noah,
We are so sorry to hear about Travis. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harry Haggerty
April 28, 2007
Dear Cliff, Bonnie, Anya and Noah:
My heart goes out to you in this most difficult of times. The outpouring of support at his service Friday certainly showed Travis was a terrific young man who touched many lives.
My prayers are with you.
Paul Grondahl
April 27, 2007
Dear Cliff, Bonnie, Anya and Noah:
We grieve with you in this time of loss and terrible sadness. We will always remember Travis as a sweet and gentle soul, a loving son and brother and a generous friend. He touched many lives with his goodness. You are in our thoughts and prayers and our wish for you is healing and peace.
With love and sympathy,
The Grondahl Family
Erin Norton
April 27, 2007
To the Lee Family and the Phi Kappa Sigma brothers:
I didn't know Travis very well, but his energy and humor drew me to him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort in knowing that you have an angel watching over you. You will always be in my heart Travis.
"May angels lead you in."
Nate Brown
April 27, 2007
I am glad to have known such a great person as a friend and most importantly as a brother. Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget. My thoughts and prayers are with the Lee family and my brothers at Potsdam.
"Stellis Aequus Durando"
Cindy Diekman
April 27, 2007
To the Lee family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know your son, but from what I have read from others, he was wonderful and very loved by all, and will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.
JoAnn Williams
April 27, 2007
Dear Bonnie, Cliff, Anya, and Noah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this most difficult time. May you pull strength from each other and your family and friends. We love you.
JoAnn and Fred
Rachel Swett
April 27, 2007
To The Lee Family,
I didn't know your son well, but am close to several of his best friends, and even closer to Noah and his best. I wish you strength, courage, and Love. In a time like this, I can say first hand, that it is with those qualities, in being together, and with fond memories that we make it through. If there was anything I knew of Travis it was his sense of humor. If we keep praying for him, and keep laughing at his jokes, he'll always be with us.
My Love and Deepest Sympathy
Dan Woodfield
April 27, 2007
Dear Cliff and family,
No words can relieve your sorrow at this difficult time, but please know that people with whom you are friends and co-workers are thinking of you during this most difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
Kristen Pirro (Arethusa Sorority President)
April 27, 2007
Our thoughts & prayers are with the family, brothers, & friends of Travis. He will be dearly missed as a neighbor, a brother & a friend.
John Colvin
April 27, 2007
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Travis' family and friends. My sincerest condolences during your time of grief.
Phi Kappa Sigma (SP '94)
Bob Niemczyk
April 27, 2007
Cliff My thoughts and sympathy are with you and your family over this tragic loss.
Margie & Bill Steffes
April 27, 2007
Bonnie & Cliff
We are deeply saddened at the passing of Travis. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy Cioffi
April 27, 2007
Dear Bonnie, Cliff, Anya and Noah,
We were so sorry to hear of Travis' passing. I still remember Travis and Alex together in Daycare at Wildwood School with Anita and Ginny taking care of our boys. They had so many wonderful times together and later through the Niskayuna system. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Fondly,
Cindy Cioffi and Alex Rapp
Kerry Murphy
April 27, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mark Marchand and family
April 27, 2007
Dear Cliff, Bonnie, Anya, and Noah -- Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this most difficult of times. We will always treasure our memories of Travis, from the times he tagged along with his father during golf matches to watching him practice lacrosse. We will all miss Travis dearly.
Vicky (Somich)Bogart
April 27, 2007
Such sadness to lose a child, there are no words to even begin. I did nor know your son, but remember you both well, and needed to express my sympathy. God grant you peace, courage and strength to get through these steps in grieving. Cherish the memories and the good times you shared....
John J. Bond
April 27, 2007
May god bless you and your famly in this horrible time of loss. Though I never knew Travis, he is a brother,now and forever in my heart. My prayers go out to him and your famly.
God Bless You All.
Timothy Brennan
April 27, 2007
April 27, 2007
I send to the Lee family and my Brothers in Potsdam my deepest sympathy and whole hearted prayers.
PHI KAPPA SIGMA(BETA UPSILON)
Steven Savoca
April 26, 2007
To the family and friends of Travis, my heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you. Unfortunately I never met Travis but understand that he was great guy and valued member of his fraternity.
Phi Kappa Sigma Alumni (BY'87)
ric Walley
April 26, 2007
Bonnie and Cliff,
I am so sorry to hear of Travis' passing. So many times over the years you have been in my thoughts wondering how your are. Please know that I (as well all the old Wildwood clan) am thinking of you at this difficult time. My love.
Ric Walley
Paul & Cheryl Woodruff
April 26, 2007
Dear Bonnie & Clifford, Anya & Noah,
Paul and I are so deeply sorry . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. You are such special people to so many.
Chris and Rene Capron
April 26, 2007
Travis -- you were a great person, we feel fortunate to have been able to spend the time that we had with you. You were an amazing individual. We send our love to all of your family and friends. You are dearly missed.
Love from an Ago alumnus and your fraternal brother.
Charlene S. Kreischer
April 26, 2007
Dear Bonnie,Cliff,Anya and Noah,
I was so lucky to have known you all when I worked at the daycare center for the staff of Wildwood school. Travis and Noah were two of my favorite little boys. How cute when they were Batman and Robin for Halloween. I actually have a picture on my fridge of Travis/Batman and Me/Bunny.
I remember taking care of Anya,Travis and Noah for a weekend.
The shopping trip to Price Chopper was an eye opener. And when Travis took Noah around the block in the wagon and I could not find them... Oh and yes, we played music really loud and I let the kids dance on the coffee table.
I hope it is obvious that your family holds a place in my heart.
I want you to know that I will pray for you and that my love
is with you.
Chip & Jennifer Vanderminden
April 26, 2007
Bonnie, Cliff, and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Travis. He was a great kid and will be missed. You are on our minds and if there is anything we can do let us know.
Lynn Swett
April 26, 2007
Bonnie, Cliff, Noah and Anya,
I am so sorry that you have to experience this pain that I have come to know so well.
My wish for you all is that you never doubt that Travis knew well how very much you loved him.
Feel comforted by that if nothing else......
We will talk when the time is right, friends.
With understanding and love,
Lynn Swett
Sandy Campbell
April 26, 2007
Cliff, Bonnie and family,
Craig and I would like to let you know how sorry we are to hear of the loss of your son.
May God bless him and help your family through this trying time.
Debby Ellis Straub
April 26, 2007
Cliff and Bonnie,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
April Gerstman
April 26, 2007
To Cliff,Bonnie,Anya & Noah,
words cannot express how aweful I feel about Travis not being with us any longer. We had some good times and I'll hold on to those memories forever. You guys are in my prayers.
Dick and Ginny Rossuck
April 26, 2007
Dear Bonnie, Cliff, Anya and Noah.
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. We hope the wonderful memories you have will help to sustain you through this very difficult time. Please feel our loving wishes and encouragement.
Sarah McCarthy, Alpha Sigma Tau Alumna
April 26, 2007
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers to Travis's Family and to all his Potsdam Friends.
Gail Tedesco
April 26, 2007
My daughter Nikki is a friend of Travis'. I only met him once, but he won my heart. What a sweet loving guy. He'll be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Sue Rafalak
April 26, 2007
Bonnie and family-
I am so sorry about Travis. I don't think anything I say will make you feel better right now, but I do believe that where he is now is more wonderful than we can imagine.
Andrew Silva
April 26, 2007
You are in our prayers bro. Even though we never met, but once a Phi Kap always a Phi Kap. You will be missed.
Andrew "Folks" Silva
Phi Kappa Sigma BP
Nancy Robochik
April 26, 2007
Dear Bonnie,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Nancy, Mike and Michael Robochik
Jim Fulmer
April 26, 2007
You are in my thoughts and my prayers for your loss.
Jim Fulmer Grand Tau
Gretchen Freund
April 26, 2007
To the Lee Family,
Although I was not lucky enough to know Travis personally, my sister's and their friends were close to him. I wish you my sincerest condolences during your time of grief.
Rest in Peace Travis.
April 26, 2007
To Bonnie, Cliff, Anya and Noah,
Please know our hearts and prayers are with you during this terrible time of loss. Travis will always be remembered as the sweet soul he was.
Sincerely, the McLaughlin family
Shaun Borden
April 26, 2007
Although I had not crossed many paths with Travis I am sending my best wishes, love and support from the Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity and Brothers from the Capital District. To all of those touched by his life and recent loss may God Bless You
Uncle Bill & Aunt Elaine Billow
April 26, 2007
Dear Bonnie,Clifford,Anya & Noah,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time of sorrow. Sorry that we cannot be there at this trying time, but try to take comfort in the knowledge that his grandfather is looking after him now.
April 26, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Meghan Cleary
Alpha Sigma Tau Alumnae
April 26, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Megahn Cleary
Alpha Sigma Tau Alumnae
Travis Glazier
April 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with Travis' family, friends and members of the house. I know how much everyone up there loved him. He will be missed.
Phi Kappa Sigma Alumni, Beta Upsilon
KimSue, Lloyd, Amanda, Lexi & Livia Jones
April 26, 2007
Travie, I'll never forget your mischievous smile or your laughter when you boys were up to trouble at the farm. You have forever touched so many lives with who you were. All who knew you were truly blessed. May you rest in peace with Gram and Grampa.
Cliff, Bon, Anya & Noah, He will forever be with you. God bless you all, & I pray you find the strength & courage to endure your pain. Our love to you...
KimSue, LLoyd, Amanda, Lexi & Livia Jones
April 26, 2007
Travie, I'll never forget your mischievous smile or your laughter when you boys were up to trouble at the farm. You have forever touched so many lives with who you were. All who knew you were truly blessed. May you rest in peace with Gram and Grampa.
Cliff, Bon, Anya & Noah, He will forever be with you. God bless you all, & I pray you find the strength & courage to endure your pain. Our love to you...
Justin Fanning
April 26, 2007
To the family and close friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. He will be missed by all who knew him personally and Fraternally.
Stacey Beck
April 26, 2007
Bonnie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family throughout this very difficult time.
With great sincerity,
Stacey Beck
C Gansfuss
April 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have many great memories on the "Blast" soccer team with him. He will be missed.
Todd McKinney - Phi Kappa Sigma
April 26, 2007
May God bless you and comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Hamilton Smith
April 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with Travis's family and our brothers at Beta Upsilon at this tragic time.
Stellis Aequus Durando
Phi Kappa Sigma International Fraternity, Inc.
Lisa Davidson
April 26, 2007
Travie,
We will miss you kiddo - if you only knew how much everyone loved you. I remember kissing your precious cheek with that adorable birthmark when you were only a few days old and just home from the hospital. We watched you grow and become a young man and our love for you only increased over time. We are praying that you are at peace now. Our hearts are broken, but with time we will heal and our memories of you will always be accompanied by smiles. Godspeed Travie. We love you!
Mary Ann Jordan
April 26, 2007
Bonnie, thinking of you and remembering you in my prayers.So sorry to hear of your loss
Rick Goerlitz
April 26, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know Travis, I am an alumni of Phi Kappa Sigma and trust in our brotherhood that he was a wonferful young man. From the outpouring of emails from our alumni site I can see he will be deeply missed.
Joanne Billow
April 26, 2007
Dearest Bonnie, Cliff, Anya and Noah,
The sadness is overwhelming and beyond belief. You are right when you say there are "no words" to ease your pain or to make sense of this tragedy.
My prayers are endless, it's the only thing I can do for you now.
Love you all,
Joanne
Chris Willey
April 26, 2007
Our thought and prayers are with your family at this time. We were truly sorry to hear of your loss and if there is anything we can do to help out over the next few days please let us know.
The Sala Family
April 26, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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