William R. Lee

William Robert Lee “Bob” passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Memorial Day, May 31, 2021. Shortly before turning 73 in March of 2021, Bob was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer.
On his last day he was able to share parting words with his wife Karen Lee, his daughter Bobbi, son- in- law Thomas Grabarek, and their daughter Greta, who all reside together in Fishers. His son Brad, daughter- in- law Sierra (Linarducci), and their son Sage also live close by in Fishers and were present and able to hug him goodbye. Bob’s parents William “Ralph” Lee and Meda preceded him in death.
Bob’s condition truly advanced quicker than family and doctors expected. However, up until his last day he was able to do things he enjoyed like, sharing stories, watching movies, laughing, being selfless, positive, and agreeable.
Bob was born and raised in Southport. He attended Southport High School graduating in 1966. Bob had a love for basketball, baseball and football growing up. He was President of his High School Chefs’ Club. His culinary interest lead him to Michigan State University where he majored in Hotel Restaurant Management. As college students do, Bob changed his major…Accounting was IT. Michigan State University is where Bob and Karen met and were married in the Alumni Chapel 49 years ago. July 10th, 2021, will be their 50th Anniversary.

Bob left Michigan with more than just Karen’s love, he was a die-hard MSU Spartan. He was rarely seen without wearing at least one MSU item. He was president of the Central Indiana MSU Alumni Club for eight years. BOWLING. Did someone say bowling? Bob’s Favorite pastime was bowling!! And he was GOOD!! Karen said he could join the Pro Circuit any time and she would follow. He bowled a perfect game at Strike Force Lanes!
In the fall of 1970, Bob applied for his first accounting job downtown Indianapolis. Later, after passing his CPA exam, Bob went to work for Blue Cross Blue Shield and focused on healthcare. Healthcare accounting was his specialty. As Bobbi and Brad got older, he shared his passion for sports with them and coached many seasons of basketball and softball. In addition to coaching and bowling, Bob enjoyed boating, fishing, working in the yard, his swimming pool, and the company that came with the swimming pool.
Bob and Karen were members of the Bradley United Methodist church for 36 years in Greenfield before they transferred to McCordsville United Methodist where they are current members. They moved from Greenfield to Indianapolis in 2016 to be closer to their children and their families. Following Retirement Bob and Karen became grandparents and loved caring for their first grandchild Greta and then Sage.
A Long-time neighbor once said, “He could have a mouthful of poop and still have something nice to say.” Bob was loved by many and was a loyal, patient, caring, and a humble role model for his children and grandchildren. He was a compassionate, loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather throughout his life.
A closed family cremation service took place Thursday June 3rd at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W. Moore Chapel in Indianapolis. A celebration of life will take place Saturday June 26th from 1-4pm at McCordsville United Methodist Church, more details can be found here https://fb.me/BobLeeCelebration2021. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Bob Lee to the American Cancer Society “how about that”.