Stephen LEE Obituary

Vicki, you probably won´t remember me, Joy Artner.. previously Joy Hancock.. I´ve lived in the USA for over 30 years now & have just learned of Steve´s death I´m so sorry to hear about this... we all crossed paths at weddings, where he played piano & you sang.. I was taking photographs ...Mack the knife was a great favorite.. I can´t hear it but think of Steve.. He was always so helpful with my early travel arrangements.. such a lovely gentle, gentleman, wonderful sense of humor...
I lost my long time love nearly 7 years ago.. so can relate.
Best.
Joy

Dear Vicki and family
I have just heard this very sad news. I flatted with Steve and travelled with him in the UK and Wales in 1980. He was a great guy, I have lots of lovely memories of him, his sense of humour, friendship and sporting prowess.
Thoughts and condolences for you.
Raewyn Todd (Steven) Adelaide Aus

Hi Vicky so sorry to hear of ure husbands passing...hope u r ok,b strong n take care...Bren Wendy Salters fd

Dear Vicki & family,
We have only just seen the very sad news of Steve's death. Our deepest sympathy, love & thoughts are with you. Xx
Michelle & Shane

I have only just heard about Steve's passing!! I was extremely sad to hear. Steve gave me my very first job and was my first boss when I started at Dalgety Crown Travel in 1984. His favourite saying I remember was, 'Sweet as a nut'.
RIP Steve and arohanui to Vicki and whanau xx

Dear Vicki & family, have only just heard the sad news of Steve´s passing. He was a wonderful cousin who will be sadly missed. Thinking if you all at this sad time - Nigel & Lynda Avery

Vicki and family

Please accept our sympathy and thoughts re the passing of Steve. I have fond memories of Steve as a pupil in my first years of teaching as well as contact at Sport Manawatu and PNBHS BOT.

Kind regards

Stephen and Clare Kissick

Dear Vicki and family.
So very sorry to just hear of Steve´s passing. He was a wonderful boss all those years ago. I will always treasure the memory of you both singing at my wedding along with Justine.
Our thoughts and love are with you all at this sad time.
Cherish all the memories.
Kindest regards
Julianne and Kevin Bartlett

Vicky, John and Michael,
It was with great sadness to get the news that Steve had died. Steve was such a fun guy to be around. He could relate to anyone. We remember him fondly from the Hokowhitu school days, and more recently for me with the PNBHS travel organisation and functions. Such a talented all rounder with a great sense of humor. He will be terribly missed by you all. Sincere condolences.
Hugh and Barb Drake and family.

Dear Vicki So sorry to read of your dear husbands passing. Thinking of you at this very sad time and sending my love and best wishes. Valerie ex CYPFS.

My sincere condolences to you Vicki & Family for the passing of a wonderful husband and father.
My thoughts are with you at this painful time.

Dear Vicki and family, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Steve. Our hearts are with you all at this sad time. Terence, Nancy. Tawharu

So sorry to hear of Steve's passing, thinking of you all.
Love Jill and Brooke

Our dear Vicki & family,

We are so sad to hear that Steve has passed from this realm. He made an indelible impact on our wee family and we will remember his kindness and his amazing humor. But most of all, his deep, deep love for you and his family.
We love you so much and we wish we could be there.

Marla, Daniel & Lexi

So very sad to hear the news of Steve's passing. Sincere condolences to all the family.
Travel well Gripper.

Bruce & Frances Hemara

To Vicki and Family, So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a great boss and co-worker at Dalgety Travel and Focus Travel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Kind regards Lois Clausen

Dear Vicki and family.
So very sorry to hear about Steve. He was one of life´s treasures. Such a talented man and with great moves.
He always made us laugh, he was a kind and caring friend.
Our thoughts are with you all,
Bill and Liz O´Connor

To Vicki and family, my sincere condolences on the sad passing of Steve.
I always appreciated Steve's active support of Vicki when she was involved with fundraising events for Arohanui Hospice and other charities in Palmerston North and wider Manawatu region.

Sorry to hear of " Steve (Grippa's) passing Vickie and family. Top bloke. Another one gone way to young.
Kind Regards
Paul Dench

Vicki and family. So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. A wonderful man and leader who made so many around him better due to his wisdom, kindness and humour. May he rest in peace. Paul Lewis, Brisbane, Australia

So sorry to hear of the passing of Stephen. Love to you all at this time. Eric and Annabelle Watson Pahiatua.

Vicki and family, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Steve. "Gripper" as we knew him from his rugby days was an outstanding individual who made a significant contribution to this community. May he rest in peace.

Ian McAffer

So very sorry to hear of Steve´s passing, thinking of you and your family Vicki with fond Regards Judy Watkins (Kathi Craig´s Start Singing).

Thank you for 30-plus years of fun, music, sports commentary and lamb shanks, Steve. A dear friend gone who leaves a huge hole but wonderful memories. Thanks for sharing yourself with so many. Much love to all the Lee whanau from the Ake Ake Gang xxxx