Age 74, was helped in his final battle with cancer by his family and close neighbors Jay and Bobbie on May 2, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ina Marie; three children, Kelly (Floyd) Norris, Rodney (Kathy) Alley and Jody Phenice; grandchildren, Jamey (Nolan) Norris-Bunce, Jessica (Dan) Norris-Boyle, Brandi and Morgan Alley, Jennifer, Christopher and Alexander Phenicie; great grandson, Zane Leland Boyle. Lee was a retiree of Goodyear Tire and Rubber and Knutson’s Recreational Sales. He enjoyed family camping trips, deer hunting at his cabin, antiquing, flea marketing, restoring tractors, and wrenching on anything that was challenging for him. At his request cremation as taken place. There will be a memorial gathering on Sunday June 26, 2011 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the family's home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Great Lakes Hospice, 900 Cooper Street Jackson, Michigan 49202.