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Born: September 26, 1934
Date of Passing: August 8, 2012
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RONALD LEE

RONALD ALLAN LEE September 26, 1934 - August 8, 2012 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Ronald Allan Lee on August 8, 2012 in Burnsville, MN. He was predeceased by his sister, Lorraine (Dixie) Roach. Ron was born on September 26, 1934 in Fort Frances, ON, where he lived for a number of years. During his earlier days, Ron travelled throughout Canada and the US playing Semi Pro Hockey in the Eastern Hockey League. While playing in Clinton. NY Ron met the love of his life Estella, they were married in Clinton. NY on October 6, 1956. In later years Ron and Estella moved to Winnipeg where Ron worked for Winnipeg Transit and raised their three kids. In 1989 he retired from Winnipeg Transit and Ron and Estella moved to California a place where his passion for playing golf could happen all year around. Ron's last four years were spent with Estella and his daughter Cindy and husband Bertrand and family in Minnesota where he enjoyed the great family and friend gatherings. He is survived by his wife, Jennie Estella Lee living in Minnesota, children, Brian A Lee (Charlene) Kyle living in Winnipeg, Cindy Lee Weber (Bertrand) Matt, Eric and Brian living in Minnesota, and Susan Lee living in California. He is also survived by his brothers, Jackie (June) and children, Robert Lee and children. A private family celebration of Ron's life will be celebrated at a later date in Winnipeg.

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on August 11, 2012

Guest Book(6 entries)

  • So sorry to learn of Ron's passing. I have many special memories of working with Ron at Transit, then how he also "looked out" for my Grandmother when they all lived in the same complexes on Bolton Bay. He had a smile and chuckle that will never be forgotten.
    - Posted by: Dan Kirk (Transit Friend) on: Jan 29, 2013
  • Susan, Not sure if you remember me or not but we went to JP and KE together. My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your Dad.
    - Posted by: Deb Guthrie (nee Elliott) ((School friend of Susan's)) on: Aug 13, 2012
  • So very glad we were able to visit, June & I will miss you. Sorry I did not listen to you while playing golf, I MIGHT be able to play the game. We have always enjoyed the company and good times. Thanks for the memories.
    - Posted by: Jack (Jackie) Lee & June Lee (Brother & Sister-in-law) on: Aug 12, 2012
  • Sorry for the loss. Kool guy always enjoyed the visiting when we were kids and Uncle Ron and Auntie Stell always entertained us with the pool on Smith St. Or the introduction to superchannel and kool movies since we were in the country and had 3 channels. And Auntie Stell's chocolate chip cookies. I had never seen a cleaner Ford Tempo in my life. Glad he went happy peacefully and had a full stomach. Thnx for the good times Uncle Ron, till the next time
    - Posted by: Kelly Leechee (nephew ) on: Aug 11, 2012
  • You and your wife raised a talented and beautiful person in Susan.
    - Posted by: Doug (friend of Susan) on: Aug 11, 2012
  • My favorite saying I'd dad's: There's only 2 types of class - 1st and no.
    - Posted by: Cindy Lee Weber (Daughter) on: Aug 11, 2012

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