James F Lee

Born August 23, 1951 to Elmer and Edna (Switzer) Lee in Pekin, he married Kathy Lee in May 1970. They later divorced.

Surviving are his children, Tony (Diana) Lee of Pekin, Tim (Brenda) Lee of Morton, Tera (Tim) Bootz of Tampa, Florida, and Tiffany (Brent) Kamrath of Chillicothe; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Simpson and Clara (Marvin) Mibbs of Litchfield and his beloved dog, Oreo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, John Lee; one sister, Phyllis Wright; and two half-brothers, Richard and Chuck Pitner.

He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1869 in Pekin, where he enjoyed spending time with his friends.

James was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, hunting and simply sitting outside enjoying nature. His family, friends and his beloved dog will miss him immensely.

His visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. There will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in James’s name to the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1869, 274 Derby St, Pekin, Illinois 61554

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