Obituary of Robert Edward Lees

Robert Edward Lees, 87, of The Villages, passed away July 19,2020. He was born February 26, 1933 in Queens, NY to Sim Edward and Mary Lees. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 45 years, Dolores Lees. He is survived by a daughter Judithann Cameron (Bruce) and a son Bryan Lees (Diane), 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and multiple nieces, and nephews. Robert served in the US Army, stationed in Germany. He retired after 20 years of service as a NY Police Officer. He and Dee lived in South Carolina, Georgia, southern Florida before calling The Villages, home. He enjoyed "Rock Hounding" & creating stained glass decorations with Dee when she was alive; he loved golfing, carrying a near-scratch handicap for years, and winning numerous local tournaments.

A brief visitation will be held at Hiers-Baxley on Aug.4th from 10:30-11:15. Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery for family only.