George E. Lee, 82

Published 10:46 am Wednesday, September 9, 2015

George E. Lee, 82, died at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, on Sept. 3, 2015, due to complications of lymphoma.

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George was born in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, on Aug. 23, 1933, to Martin and Louena (Lestrud) Lee.

George is survived by his loving companion of 39 years Vera Hill; brother Robert (Cathy) Lee, Austin; sister Yvonne (Mike) Shahan Gilbert, Arizona; daughter Michelle (John) Smith of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; and many loving nieces and nephews.

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George is preceded in death by his parents Martin and Louena; nephews Robert Donavan and Glen Joseph.

Per George’s wishes there will be a celebration of life on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the home of Robert Lee 212 Clinton Street, Austin.