Robert Lee

Robert Edward Lee, a dedicated and loving figure known for his unwavering loyalty and reliability, peacefully passed on August 1, 2024. Born in Attleboro, Massachusetts on November 24, 1935, Robert, fondly known as Bob, was a vibrant testament to a life well-lived and a beacon of strength for all who knew him.

Robert was an accomplished accountant, having graduated from Bryant College and served in Texas Instruments accounts payable and payroll manager positions for nearly four decades. He was a man of many talents and interests, from serving as a Junior Achievement Advisor at Attleboro High School to working alongside his daughter Joan at Honey Dew Donuts, and in the bakery department at Stop & Shop post-retirement. His love for sports, gardening, and DIY home projects, spoke volumes of his zest for life. Robert's love for golf led him to become a member of the Rehoboth Country Club. He also enjoyed bowling and was a member of Lang's Bowling League in Cranston, and league's at EP Lanes, East Providence. An ardent Red Sox fan, Robert’s passion for the game was infectious. A quote by Babe Ruth encapsulates Robert’s approach to life, "Every strike brings me closer to the next home run."

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Geraldine Ann (Lynch) Lee and their devoted children, Debra Jean (Lee) Palardy and her husband Daniel of Cumberland, RI, Janet Doris (Lee) Graham and husband Bruce of Cumberland, RI, , Joan Marie (Lee) Keough and husband William of Seekonk, Steven Michael Lee of Attleboro, Linda Jean Lee of Philadelphia, PA, Michael John Lee and wife Angela of North Attleboro; Many, many beloved foster children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his siblings Bernice Lambert of FL, John (Jack) Lee of RI, Elizabeth (Betty) Lee of FL, Louise Heon of TX, David Lee of FL and Barbara Molitor of Norton. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched, the love he bestowed, and the memories he crafted.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilfred and Mary (Carpenter) Lee, his son Thomas Robert Lee and his brother Norman Lee.

Services will be held at a later date.

In Lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's name can be made to HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center at https://www.hopehealthco.org/ways-to-give/donatenow/

To honor Robert's life, the family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider sharing their favorite stories and memories of Robert on his memorial page. Uploading cherished photographs is also encouraged. Robert's life was defined by his love for his family, his unwavering dedication to his work, and his passion for the things he loved. Let's remember Robert for the vibrant and wonderful man he was.