I think back and remember the nicest smartest man  ever. He was a good husband to my daughter and treated me so well. He taught me to use the computer by playing free cell and it is still my favorite game today. He was the greatest Santa and loved all kids. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and love are with you today and everyday Carol. Love, Mom

Lee was the leader of our Harley Group.  We traveled to Sturgis for several years, Lee in the lead.  He always made all the arrangements for lodging, gas stops and meal breaks.  He even scheduled a stop along the way next to a babbling brook so that Marty could put her feet in it because he knew she liked babbling brooks.  The group knew that we would always have a good trip because Lee was making the plans.  Every rider in our group was an honorary member of the Lick Club.  He was a darn good investigator, we both worked on backgrounds together for over ten years, I always looked forward to our time together.  Best motorcycle rider I have ever known, he was one with his bike.  Miss you so much, Lee, I will miss our time watching the golfers in Surprise.  Love you, Lee Man.  Rest in Peace, my friend, you did well on this earth.  You were our Grand Poopah and now Heaven has a Grand Poopah, Love you Lee Man, Gary and Marty.

I remember “Flip” coming to my house when I was younger. He and my dad were friends growing up. He was such a cool guy and I loved hearing his awesome DEA stories. I am so sorry to hear about his loss. I’m certain he and my dad are telling stories and laughing right now.  My thoughts and prayers are with his family. 

Lee was a wonderful part of our family's history.  He and my husband Jim were good friends in high school and that friendship continued to include our family.  He was "Flipper" to our children, and we always loved to see him when he was in Salt Lake.  Our Love and Best Wishes to Carol and his family.  With Love, Kendra Divine

Probably one of the funniest things I remember was when Lee had his hair buzzed pretty short and he was in their pool and the dog licked his head like a snow cone.  Lee was always good for a great story and made a lot of people happy playing Santa.  You will be missed for sure.

One of my fond memories of lee is fact the he was such an intelligent man and spoke 5 languages fluently. He taught me to use a mouse with the computer by playing Free Cell and I thank him for all the years since that I have enjoyed my computer. When Carol and I finish our phone talks I always asked if he was sitting in his favorite chair and I "blew" him a kiss and wave over the 1000's of miles she would say he is sending back to you. So Lee, here is your finals kiss and wave sending you up to Heaven where you  will the best Santa to all the kids there. Love, Toote

I will truly miss my friend and client tremendously until we meet again💔😭He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor, funny all the way till the end of his life🤦🏻‍♀️
I know he’s in Heaven with Jesus because being his massage therapist I was able to pray for him frequently! He appreciated me and always made sure I knew it! I loved his passion for reading and my grandson sat on his lap when he played Santa at the Mall! I always got a kick out of Carol calling him all his nicknames! 
Love and blessings,
Deb Graszer


Ride like the wind Lee J.  May the wind be at your back.  

He was a great Santa and lived a good life.  Rest In Peace PaPa……

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Lee John Phillips

22 August, 1941 – 22 March, 2022

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