Don George Lee

Don George Lee, husband, father, grandfather and friend, died in the early hours of March 24, 2017, surrounded by family. He was 88. Don grew up in Colfax, Wash., graduated from Washington State College and served in the Korean War, earning a Combat Infantry Badge and attaining the rank of 1st Lieutenant. He was married to Sally Lee for 54 years, father to Tom and Margaret (Hedberg), father-in-law to Rena Lee and Doug Hedberg, and grandfather to Katie Lee. He worked more than 30 years as an auditor for the Equitable Life Assurance Society and traveled extensively throughout the United States and abroad. Don was sharp-witted, hard working, loyal, true, warm and generous. In addition to his wife and family, Don leaves behind numerous dear friends, many of whom knew him for more than 50 years. We are grateful for his presence and influence in our lives and we will all miss him. Visitation Tuesday, March 28, 2017, 11 A.M. to Time of Service 12 Noon at Hitzeman Funeral Home Ltd. 9445 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513. Interment private Colfax, WA. In lieu of flowers memorials to your favorite charity are appreciated. Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com