Willis Lee Dodge

Lee was born at home in Bachelor Valley (Upper Lake) California to Edwin and Doris Dodge. After graduating from Upper Lake High School he enlisted in the United States Army in 1956.

He went to basic training in Fort Ord, California and was then stationed in France. His last duty assignment was the 34th Armored Division, Fort Lewis, Washington.

In May of 1965, he met Ceatress Lakey, and they were married that same year. Together they had four children; Patricia, James, Michael and Susan.

After retiring in 1993 from Louisiana-Pacific Lumber Corporation, Lee spent his time reminiscing about the 1940s, being a master of sarcasm and a collector (hoarder) of all things antique. He enjoyed listening to a vast variety of music and was a first-rate story teller. His colorful stories will be remembered by all who heard them and will be shared for generations.

Lee was predeceased by Edwin (Father), Doris (Mother) and Graham (Brother). He is survived by his wife Ceatress of 54 years. Their daughter Patricia and her husband Daryle, son James, son Michael and his wife Anna and daughter Susan and her husband Tom. Together they shared 13 grandchildren Justin (wife Angelia), Sarah, Michael (wife Amber), Jason, Sydney, Jessica, Jolene, Thomas, Jacob, Bryce, Olivia, Julie, Matthew and a great-grandchild Joshua.

Lee was blessed with a family that loved and adored him, he will be forever missed.