Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Raymond T. Lee; dear mother of R. Michael Lee, Sherry (Charles) Lindee, Gary J. (Karen) Lee and David J. Lee; dear grandmother of Christopher, Ryan and Jessica Lindee, Lyndsay (Mike King) Beck, Julia (Lucas) Andert, Olivia Lee and Elizabeth (Michael) Blanzy; dear great-grandmother of Brayden, Abygail and Amelia; dear daughter of the late John and Mary Majewski; dear sister of Severine (the late Albert) Czerniejewski and the late Florence (Ted) Stelmar, Delphine (Charles) Feldmann, Teresa (Eugene) Triller and Joseph (Josephine) Majewski. Our dear aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Monday, November 16, 9:30 a.m. until prayers at 12:15 p.m. with Funeral
She was a role model mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and deeply loved her family which always came first. Devoted Catholic and member of many parishes in St. Louis including Seven Holy Founders, and St. Stanislaus Polish Church, which included meeting with Pope John Paul II in Rome on their behalf. Lifelong active member of Affton and St. Louis community, including Red Hat Society, and volunteer at many St. Louis venues including Sappington House, Fox and Muny Theatres. She loved and lived life to the fullest, and was everyone’s favorite to be with. Camille was a class of her own, fun-loving, unforgettable and will be deeply missed.
Mother, a fun loving traveling companion, and I traveled together many times. We traveled to Rome, Vatican, Villa d’Este Tivoli Gardens, Florence, Pompeii, Paris, Chartres, Versailles, Villa Vicomte, Cologne, London, Bath, and Stonehenge. Rome was special. Mom arranged an audience with Pope John Paul II; it took her six months to make arrangements through the Polish Pope John Paul II Society. The Rome trip had its challenges; a tropical storm in Houston grounded departing flights. She prayed and we arrived in Rome for the pre-schedule papal audience. Her mission was to hand delivered an important message to the Polish Pope about the fate of her adopted St Stanislaus Polish Imminent Parish. The papal audience was a very spiritual uplifting spontaneous charismatic experience–parishioners bursting into song when introduced by their respective Cardinal representative– unlike most Catholic scripted events. I remember her doing yoga each morning before we set out. Familiarly referred as the “Lee Thing”, continental breakfast, a courtesy provided by hotels, could also be a continental lunch because of her big purse. I was the appointed look-out for monitoring waiters as she filler her purse with food. She was always so beautiful, the embodiment of Mariana Dietrich. To get her attention for a photograph, I’d say, “Mariana it is time for your close-up”. German tourist would always step back and stare. She loved seeing “Lion King” in London, touring museums and cathedrals…always taking notes and asking questions. A careful planner, months before going to Poland with the Red Hats Society, she took on the challenge to speak Polish. Before she died, we revisited all these memories of these trips together….
Services: Mass at Seven Holy Founders at 12:30 p.m. Interment J.B. National Cemetery. Contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association appreciated.
We love you Grammy!!! You will be greatly missed! Heaven gained a beautiful Angel!!
To the Lee Family, sending our deepest condolences and hoping time brings you solace. Beautiful women she was, you’re all in hearts and thoughts.
Alex & Elida Guerrero
One of the best Aunts a girl could have. Always had a smile for me, a pat on the hand and a kiss on the cheek. She was such fun to be with, remembering her laugh. Missing you already, but I know you are happy in your new home with lots of family around. Love you, Aunt Camille.
Linda
Love you so much Aunt Camille! Kind heart, amazing smile and radiated warmth for everyone…many good memories. Prayers and love to all the family.
Aunt Camille was a wonderful Godmother and special woman, rest in peace. You will be missed here, but you are with many loved ones now. Sending thoughts and prayers to your wonderful family.
Aunt Camille was a wonderful Godmother and special woman, rest in peace. You will be missed here, but you are with many loved ones now. Sending thoughts and prayers to your wonderful family.
So sorry for your loss,. I remember her as a beautiful lovely woman who was always do kind. When my mom and dad ( Frank and Mary Ann Kasban uncle Ernie sister) and all us kids snd all of you guys we would get together and it was always do much fun! God bless her and all of you !
She was such a nice great-Aunt. I remember her staying with us when I was a kid and her doing yoga every morning. She was so ahead of the times. 🙂 Deepest sympathy to all.
Michael,
I am thinking about you and your family. Sending you inner strength and caring hugs. Thank you for letting me know. I will be in touch. Take care and be safe.
She was so charming and interested in life. I think Mike taking her to meet the pope must have been the highlight of her life. We enjoyed many wonderful dinners with her when she visited Houston, and she loved good food. I think her walkimg and yoga gave her a good long life!
Mother, a fun loving traveling companion, and I traveled together many times. We traveled to Rome, Vatican, Villa d’Este Tivoli Gardens, Florence, Pompeii, Paris, Chartres, Versailles, Villa Vicomte, Cologne, London, Bath, and Stonehenge. Rome was special. Mom arranged an audience with Pope John Paul II; it took her six months to make arrangements through the Polish Pope John Paul II Society. The Rome trip had its challenges; a tropical storm in Houston grounded departing flights. She prayed and we arrived in Rome for the pre-schedule papal audience. Her mission was to hand delivered an important message to the Polish Pope about the fate of her adopted St Stanislaus Polish Imminent Parish. The papal audience was a very spiritual uplifting spontaneous charismatic experience–parishioners bursting into song when introduced by their respective Cardinal representative– unlike most Catholic scripted events. I remember her doing yoga each morning before we set out. Familiarly referred as the “Lee Thing”, continental breakfast, a courtesy provided by hotels, could also be a continental lunch because of her big purse. I was the appointed look-out for monitoring waiters as she filler her purse with food. She was always so beautiful, the embodiment of Mariana Dietrich. To get her attention for a photograph, I’d say, “Mariana it is time for your close-up”. German tourist would always step back and stare. She loved seeing “Lion King” in London, touring museums and cathedrals…always taking notes and asking questions. A careful planner, months before going to Poland with the Red Hats Society, she took on the challenge to speak Polish. Before she died, we revisited all these memories of these trips together….
My heart go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. I’m always there in your hour of need. May her soul rest in peace.
The family gatherings will never be the same, we will miss her so . She was at every holiday and loved her family dearly. The tradition of her blessing the meal always touched my heart. She always treated the Drewes grandchildren as they were her own. She was such a beautiful soul inside and out. What an amazing role model to you girls. So glad you had this special person in your lives. She taught me the love of yoga too. Love you all!
R. Michael, I am so dismayed to learn of the passing of your mother. She was such a very lovely woman, so sweet, so kind, …. She will be sorely missed by those of us she left behind, but I feel certain she is in a happy place, already planning her next fantastic adventure. John and I extend our most heartfelt condolences to you and all your family. Much love, Valerie
Eulogy presented at SHF memorial mass.
I feel blessed and luckiest person alive to have Camille Lee as my mother. From my earliest memories on my mom was her contagious smile and how it would warm me inside and make us feel love and care. She has always been the rock for me and once married to Karen, for our family. Mom was generous in so many ways….selfless with her time, generous with compassion and caring. Her passion and life focus was family and faith. She exemplified to me what parenting and grand parenting should look like. Her spirituality and catholic faith never unwavering. Some of her last breaths were with me praying the rosary that I will never forget. Leading by the power of example, she was a role model for me, my siblings, our children and so many others.
I’m grateful that we shared so much quality time together. A holiday or birthday would not be complete without mom’s participation in making the celebration complete. I can remember her calling weeks ahead to start working details and depending upon the event, would bring the special party gifts, food and deserts. A Memorial, Labor Day, or 4th of July party or BBQ would not be complete without one of mom’s Strawberry and Blueberry whipped cream pies. Sharing those experiences unforgettable.
She loved life and lived it to the fullest. A true people person. She loved being with people and any social gathering, and was everyone’s favorite to be with her warm persona. She had such great qualities; strong character, resilient, respectful, thoughtful, fun loving, great sense of humor, caring, and of course beautiful. While her beauty in appearance was stunning, her inner beauty was so much greater and powerful.
While my mom seemed perfect…but, like all of us….she was not perfect at everything. Her driving would scare the bravest sole who would drive with her. It was not because she was getting older….she was an atrocious driver even when I was a small child. I followed her home many times praying that she would not run into a light pole or another car. While the discussion of pulling mom’s car keys ended the same way every time the same way “No way”. Her Doctor spared us the fights with her, by using her degrading vision, in ending her driving career. The other area where my mom was challenged, was in the kitchen. She would love to tinker with proven cooking and baking recipes, mixing unusual paring of food items and varying ingredients into menu concoctions that were forgettable. I hope that in heaven that there is no cooking or driving required. Just use your most powerful strengths caring, smiling and love.
She loved to travel and a continual learner. Into her early 90’s she continued to learn the Polish language and culture. She travelled overseas until her late 80’s. She showed her children and grandchildren that anything is possible if your work hard, treat people right follow the Golden Rule, and treat people with dignity and respect. She was in a class of her own.
Near the end, while my mother had dementia, it was so gratifying to spend the last 2 weeks of her life with her being in a different level of presence. Miraculously her remaining days were absence of memory loss……..she was more present then the past 5 or more years. It was a true blessing to share conversations that were engaging and meaningful.
Mom, Thank you for showing us what life is all about family and faith. Thank you for being a remarkable sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, a real role model…a real hero. Thank you for making me a better son, father, grandfather, and in general a better person. You have now joined the rest of your family, my father, your mother and family, other siblings and other family in heaven. I and our family love you so much and we will miss you forever.
Heaven has gained another special ANGEL!
Eulogy presented during SHF Memorial Mass 11-16-2020
Dearest Mother,
I just want to let you know what a special Mom you have always been. You were there for us not matter what. Your example taught me the importance of being loving and kind towards others. From you I developed a keen interest in working with children. You always noticed the children and what they were doing in church and anywhere we went. You taught me how to cook, embroider, sew, dance, and above all pray.
I remember the fun we had going to Mardi Gras in Galveston and watching you grab the beads thrown from the parade floats. I remember you telling me that the most important thing to you was to be the Best Mother you could be. Though we didn’t always didn’t see eye to eye, but you always had my back.
I treasure the time we spent together in Houston these last two years. I miss your physical presence, but know that you are always in my heart.
Love you forever,
Sherry