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Rolla Lee Obituary
Rolla "Sonny" R. Lee, age 70, of Bonner Springs, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at the Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Funeral Services where held 6:00 p.m. Tuesday April 2nd at the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, burial will follow at a later date in the Bonner Springs Cemetery. A Visitation was from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. prior to the service also at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association in care of the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home.
Rolla was born on July 21, 1942 in Alton, Illinois. He graduated from Knox High School in Knox, Indiana. He moved with his family to the Kansas City, Kansas area in 1963. Rolla had been the Vice President of the Turner State Bank for over 10 years before he and his wife moved their family to Bonner Springs when he took a job as the Senior Vice President at the First National Bank of Bonner Springs. Rolla was a member of the Bonner Springs Optimist Club, Turner Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce in both Kansas City, Kansas and Bonner Springs. He was heavily involved in youth sports in the Bonner Springs and Kansas City, Kansas communities.
Rolla is preceded in death by his mother Lucille (Allsman) Lee, father Raymond N. Lee and step-mother Pauline E. Lee, one sister Alberta Tucker and one brother Robert E. Lee. Survivors include his wife of 49 years Pamela Lee of the home, three sons Brian Lee and wife Tara of Bonner Springs, Jason Lee and wife Sarah of Shawnee, KS., and Greg Lee of Bonner Springs, one daughter Wendy Wibberding and husband Darren of Leavenworth, KS. Eleven brothers and sisters, eleven grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends.
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Kimberly Francis-Enlow
June 25, 2013
We were so saddened to hear of his passing! Our deepest condolences to you and your family!
My mother Cindy Francis-Lamb and my father Trey Francis were very good friends with him and his wife when he and my Dad used to work at Turner State Bank.
April 3, 2013
Pam, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It's been a long time but I will always remember Sonny's very distinguishing laugh at family gatherings.
Bill Simon
Becky & Clayton Wells
March 31, 2013
Our hearts are saddened with the news of Rolla's passing. He was a very special person and dear friend. We have so many great memories from years ago. Those trips to Omaha for the horse races in the brown party van, the time I rolled our car in Westphalia KS and the whole Lee family came to our rescue and who can forget all the New Year's Eve shrimp & crab legs dinners. Rolla was a wonderful Dad to his boys, a great husband to his wife and a true friend to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Our hearts go out to Pam,the boys and their families.
Clayton & Becky
Barbara Pierce
March 31, 2013
so sorry to hear of your loss, thoughts and prayers are with your family
March 30, 2013
Our hearts our saddened with the news of Rolla's passing. So many memories come to mind....all the trips to Omaha for the horse races, the Sunday the whole Lee family drove to Westphalia KS to rescue us after I rolled our car, sitting at your kitchen table drinking hot tea from that cute little tea pot and who could forget all those New Year's Eve shrimp & crab legs dinners. We will always remember Rolla as a wonderful Dad to his boys, a good husband to his wife and a great friend to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Pam, Brian, Jason & Greg know that you all our in our thoughts & prayers.
Clayton & Becky
Niki (Heller) Johnson
March 30, 2013
Pam,
We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Your memories will be with you forever.
March 29, 2013
miss you sonny didnt spend much time together but just knowing your gone hurts my heart, love you mel.
Micki Burns
March 28, 2013
I know Mr. Lee made a lasting impression on the community. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time.
Susan Krehbiel
March 28, 2013
Uncle Sonny will be missed dearly. He was one of a kind. Prayers and thoughts are with the family, all of them.
Missy Brown Burke
March 28, 2013
This man was the greatest man I have ever known. He was the only one I ever considered to be my dad. He could light up the whole room with his laugh. I will miss you very much. See you in Heaven one day. R.I.P. Uncle Rolla
Rhonda Free
March 28, 2013
My mother & I used to work with Rolla at Turner Bank.
We will always remember his smile and laughter. He was a really funny, very special person.
Rolla will be truly missed.
Rosie & Rhonda Free
Denny Robinson
March 28, 2013
Pam,Brian,Jason and Greg I am saddened to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of your family growing up in turner. Rolla was always good to us kids even after working all day he had time to pitch us some balls.
Sarah Green
March 28, 2013
Uncle sonny will be missed I'm praying for everyone to make it through this lost. Love ya all
March 28, 2013
Sure sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.
I will pray for your family.
Bryan Dolinar
Steve Lee
March 28, 2013
I wish we could have been closer, rest in peace my brother, I love you.
Shannon Flaggard
March 28, 2013
Uncle Sonny, you will be missed dearly! Love you always!
Eunice Johnson Bremenkamp
March 28, 2013
Pam, May your spirit find comfort in the thoughts and prayers of those who care about you. May your heart find healing in cherished memories.
Tiffany Rowan
March 28, 2013
I loved to hear Uncle Sonny tell a story. Most of the time he would get to talking so fast and laughing while telling the story I couldn't exactly figure out what he was saying. I would always end up laughing because you couldn't listen to his laugh without laughing too!
Scott Jones
March 28, 2013
Rolla was huge Seminoles supporter back in the day! I remember sitting in your family room talking with him about Greg playing for us. 20 years goes by quickly!
The Hill Family
March 28, 2013
Jason & family - we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We have enjoyed sitting beside him & your mom at many games over the last years. We are thinking & praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Norma Harris-Tavares
March 28, 2013
God Bless You And Your Family Pam. Prayers offered up for you and your family.
Orrell Kurlandski
March 28, 2013
Pam,
So sorry for your lose. You and your family are in my prayers.
Stacey Mason
March 28, 2013
Pam & Family-
So sorry to hear this news. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley White
March 28, 2013
Uncle Sonny, YOU should have been named Uncle Sunny! All I remember is the laughter, and smiles,you brought to our family,-PRICELESS ! Peace be with you and yours.
Connie Marshall
March 28, 2013
Amber- I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you all. Here if you need me!
Connie
Jeanene Lee
March 28, 2013
My big brother "Sonny" thank you for all the memories. You filled our lives with fun and laughter. Pam, Brian, Jason and Greg we can not replace your pain but we do share it and feel it deeply. Love to all of you.
Carole Slatier Yeager
March 28, 2013
Pam I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Husband . I am not even sure if you remembr me. Carole Slatier Yeager Ginger Sroufe is My Best Friend. I will keep you & Your family in my Prayers.
Brian Lee
March 28, 2013
My "pops", as a lot of you may know, was my first "hero". Being the eldest of three boys, dad and I shared many first together. He was the person who pitched a ball first to me so that I may learn how to hit. He was my first coach. He bought me my first glove. He took me to my first Royals game (in the old stadium). He was the first person to pat my back when I did good. He was the first person spank my butt when I did wrong. He took me to my first concert. He shared my first beer with me. We shared opening night of all KC casinos together. He coached my baseball team to my first national tourney in Colorado Springs. He was the first to example proper treatment of people to me in business. He was the first to teach me the valuable lesson of being a leader. He was with me on my first college baseball road trip to Texas and Mexico. He was the first to teach me how to be a real father. These are just a few of the many first that I experience with my father, mentor, and best friend. Those times will never be forgotten and will be cherished for my eternity. But, I will never forget the "last" moment we spent together. Sharing time, three generations of love. Dad, Me, and Dani. As we both walk away...papa, love you, feel better and see you soon. That "soon" may seem like forever for us now...but, I can't wait to play catch again in heaven pops. I will miss you more than anyone can imagine...Love you Pops, I know your feeling better now, and I will see you soon. BK
Royetta Brown-Ferris
March 28, 2013
So sorry to hear this, Pam. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dad and Dani. This is the way Dad will always be remembered in my heart...enjoying baseball.
March 28, 2013
Sharon Laytham
March 28, 2013
Pam,
I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles Pennewell
March 28, 2013
God Bless the Lee family in their time of loss. From the Pennewell Family
Tracy McLanahan
March 28, 2013
Pam & family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
March 27, 2013
Pam prayers for you and family. Peace be with. Julie Green Temm.
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