Charles was raised in Tempe and was well known for being a hard worker and a great swimmer at Tempe Beach public swimming pool. He was into fast cars. Also, he was a Golden Gloves champion as a boxer.
His first job was when he was 16 years old at Monti’s Steakhouse down the street from his family home. He started as a dishwasher and moved up to one of the head chefs. He married Artemisa Mary Valdez on January 25th, 1964 and to make sure his young family had everything they needed, he kept his part-time job at Monti’s, worked construction during the day, and took his plastering classes at night to get his union card. Charles and Mary renewed their vows on their 25th anniversary in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
They bought a home in Tempe and raised their family there on 10th Street. He was active in his children’s athletics and was even a baseball and football coach. Also, he was an active participant in the Tempe Historical Society and Tempe politics.
He loved to travel and dance. His favorite vacation spot was Mazatlán, Mexico. They had many friends in Mexico and here in Tempe.
Charles is survived by his wife-Artemisa Mary Lee, Lisa Lee-daughter, two sons- Charles Lee Jr. and Andrew Lee, and his six grandchildren-Ariana, Bianca, Kade, Jadyn, Sophia, and Gabriella.
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