Rick Lee SR., also known as “BIG Lee,” passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2021, at age 62. Rick was born in Lamont, California to Darlene and Gene “Doc” Lee. Rick graduated from Arvin High School and married his high school sweetheart and they moved to Bakersfield.
Rick worked for the Kern County Road Department for many years until changing jobs and going to work for the Department of Corrections. He worked for CDCR for 19 years until he retired in 2016.
Rick is survived by his wife of 43 years, the love of his life, Barbara Lee; his son Rick Lee, Jr.; his daughter Vanessa Lee and two grandchildren. His tireless love and devotion to his family were evident up until the moment God took him home.
The Funeral Service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mortuary, 9101 Kern Canyon Rd, Bakersfield, California, on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at 8:00am. A Graveside Service will follow to Garden of Peace. All who knew him are invited to attend.
