Kenneth “Kenny” Lee, born on March 22, 1933, in Beltrami County, passed away on March 13, 2025 at Warroad Senior Living in Warroad, MN.
Kenneth was the son of Harland and Anna (Hanson) Lee. He was baptized at Northwood Lutheran Church and later served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. Following his military service, he pursued education in agriculture and carpentry.
A dedicated farmer throughout his life, Kenneth also worked for the Minnesota Highway Department from 1966 until his retirement in 1991. He took great pride in his work and enjoyed spending time outdoors. Whether maintaining his car, working out on the farm, fixing farm equipment, or riding his snowmobile, he found joy in hands-on tasks and being in nature.
Kenneth’s memory will be cherished by those who knew him. May his legacy bring comfort to all who remember him.
Kenneth is survived by brothers, Vernon of Cloquet, MN, Gerald (Betty) of Grand Marais, MN, Leland (Carol) of St. Cloud, MN; sister, Jeanne Brenna of Cloquet, MN; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Earl, Harland, George, and Ralph; sisters, Cerise Swanson, Judith Kotrba, and Delilah Anderson; nephews, Lynn Lee, Ernest and Keith Anderson, Charles Brenna, and Mike Nelson; niece, Rhonda Mastey; brothers-in-law, Theodore Anderson, Donald Swanson, Russell Brenna, and Duane Kotrba; sisters-in-law, LaVonne Lee, Myrtle Lee, and Arlene Lee.
The graveside service to honor Kenneth Lee will be held on July 12, 2025, 9:00 a.m. at Northwood Cemetery, Northwood Township, Beltrami County, MN.
Condolences may be sent at www.trfnews.i234.me Memorials are preferred to Northwood Cemetery Fund or Grace Lutheran Church.
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