Lee Kirtley passed away Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the age of 79 after a courageous 13 month battle with lung cancer. He was born in Ohio and spent the later part of his life in Arizona with his family. He was a loving husband and best friend to Betty for the past 35 years. He is survived by his wife, Betty, son, Kenneth, daughters; Sheri and Vicki, 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Lee was loved by all who knew him and he leaves behind many more family and friends who will truly miss him. A memorial service to be held on Friday, July 19, 2013 at 2pm at Sunland Mortuary in Sun City, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, the family requests monetary contributions be made to Banner Hospice http://bannerhealth.com/Giving+Back/Make+A+Donation/Donate+Online.htm, in the name of Lee Kirtley.