Daniel Lauritz Lee

February 3, 1945 – May 17, 2022

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce that Daniel Lauritz Lee passed away at Hospice Peterborough on May 17, 2022 at the age of 77 with his wife Elaine Lee and his family by his side.

Dan was born in Edmonton, Alberta. He spent his childhood in Rocky Mountain House and the Jasper Place community in Edmonton where he made friendships that would last his lifetime.

He shared his passion for cars as a charismatic salesman and business owner where he spent over 30 years in the business. He had an incredible ability to connect with people and is loved and remembered by friends, family and colleagues all over the globe.

Dan had a passion for life and had many talents. He sang and played guitar. In his youth he was quite the performer. Dan was also talented in carpentry among many handy skills, which he generously shared with others; he could fix or bring anything to life with his hands and creative mind. He could expertly weave a story that would leave you in stitches. His joyful laugh was contagious and his larger than life personality will be missed beyond measure.

Dan was often the life of the party. He loved music, dancing and laughing with loved ones and his many friends. He had a soft spot for animals and loved the company of his dogs; most recently Odie, who was a loving and loyal friend.

The consummate optimist; Dan always looked on the sunny side of life. “Don’t Worry, Be Happy!”

In his later years Dan enjoyed cruising the Otonabee river in his boat, kayaking and fishing. He took such pride in his beautiful yard where he could be seen maintaining the grounds on his tractor. He always had the plushest, thickest lawn on the street.

Dan was a loving father, husband and grandfather and is survived by his wife Elaine Lee who cared for him until his last moments. He will be dearly missed by his daughters Jennifer Cormier (Don) and Kristina Lee (whom he shared with Mary-Anne Lee) and his beloved grandchildren Nathan and Addison Cormier. He is also survived by his sister Judy Lee Paez (Carlos) and numerous extended family. He was predeceased by his parents Melvin and Gladys Lee and his brother David Lee (Lynda). He will be remembered fondly by his step-children Jonathan Robb (Laura) and Lesley Robb (Kevin) and the step-grandchildren that called him “Dan-pa” Natasha and Jordan Robb and Aida and Eli Pocklington.

Forever missed and loved by many, Dan is always in our hearts and happiest memories.

Special thanks to Dr. Beamish and the compassion of the nurses and staff at Hospice Peterborough and PRHC. Their work is so very important and appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice Peterborough and the Canadian Cancer Society. Private family arrangements have been made. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy can be shared at www.comstockkaye.com for the Lee family.