Edna R Lee

We are saddened to announce the passing of Edna R. Huyck Lee on August 19th. Edna was born on July 29th, 1933. She was predeceased by her mother Mabel W. Huyck, her father Ernest W. Huyck, her brother Douglas L. Huyck, her brother Ernest F. Huyck and her son Ricky L. Beamer.

She is survived by her husband, Earl H. Lee, her daughters Sherrie Anepete and Lynette Beamer, her son Eric Beamer (Catherine), her sister Linda L. Beagell (Gary), niece Becky Beagell (Nathan), nephew Travis Beagell (Erin), and niece Brenda Crowley (Joe), stepdaughter Diana Polumba (Jim), eight grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Edna is also survived by many Beamer nieces and nephews.

Edna and her husband Earl have been married for 54 years. During that time, they traveled the United States together, visiting every state except Hawaii.

Edna, or "Eddie” to her loved ones, had a legendary ability to provide for her family. Even in the leanest of times, everyone had clean clothes, a comfortable home, and a delicious meal. Her generosity extended far beyond her own little family, as she welcomed neighborhood children into the fold, too.

She was also a talented artist who brought beauty to all our lives. She began drawing as a child, honing her skills with whatever scraps of paper she could find. Later she created incredible works in watercolor, acrylic, and oil. Though her paintings were remarkable, the most precious of her artwork were the handmade cards she created for birthdays and holidays; each one beautifully written and illustrated, custom-made for the recipient.

Eddie had a gift for gardening and grew head-turning flowers. Her garden was so stunning that passersby sometimes stopped and asked to take photos of it.

Eddie cared deeply for those around her and was always the first to show up with a pot of homemade chicken soup and the know-how to help you heal. Her caring touched many in her community over the years, and she was cherished by her many friends and family. Her kindhearted lessons in caretaking were put to good use during her own hour of need. Her niece, Becky, along with her children and sister, had the privilege of watching over Eddie and walking her home in her last days.

If you would like to honor Edna’s memory, please consider volunteering for Lourdes Hospice, spending time with your elders, and enjoying some chocolate cake.

At Edna's request, there will be no calling hours or funeral. A graveside prayer will be held at the Riverside Cemetery in Windsor, NY at 1:00, Wednesday, August 23rd. Friends and family are welcome.

Our heartfelt thanks go out to Lourdes Hospice for Edna's compassionate care at home.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WmRChase.com for the Lee family.