Inge Liesel Lee

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Celebrating the life of
Inge Liesel LeeAugust 20, 1938 - April 19, 2019
Inge was a strong, kind, and generous woman and a passionate animal welfare advocate. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends, and especially her pets.

Inge Liesel Lee, 80, died Friday, April 19, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center.

Inge, born in Darmstadt, Germany, came to the United States in 1966 and worked at the German Embassy in Washington, DC. where she met her husband of 50 years, Richard Lee. They moved to Savannah in 1979. Until her retirement in 2003, she worked at EMD Chemicals, (Merck KGaA).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Heinrich and Margareta Wolf, and her sister Hildegard Richter.

Surviving are her husband Richard Lee of Tybee Island, her brothers Gerhard Wolf (Irmtraud) and Wilfried Wolf (Annemarie) as well as many nieces and nephews and all her friends in Germany and the US.

She was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer.

Inge was a strong, kind, and generous woman and a passionate animal welfare advocate. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends, and especially her pets.

Memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the funeral home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to The Humane Society of Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah, GA 31406 or to the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 51 Wilmington Island Road, Savannah, GA 31410.

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Richard and family,My deepest sympathy for loss, I know she was your deepest love U could see it every time I saw you at EM, cherish all your memories and the love that many never get to experience, peace be with you. Jill Cadman

- Jill Cadman, Guyton, GA

Richard, I am heartbroken at the news of Inge passing away. Inge & I grew up together in Darmstadt, as you know, and your loss of this lovely lady is felt deeply by Art & I as well. Our prayers are with you and your family and friends. When our loved ones depart they are never dead until they are forgotten. Inge will never be forgotten.

- Ingrid Bieber, Columbus, GA

Ms.Inge, You were like family to the Goodman’s and you will be missed ? you will always live in our hearts ?? Prayers to the family ?? Ronald and Linda Goodman

- Ronald and Linda Goodman , Bloomingdale , Ga

I am so sad. Inge was my best friend since she worked at the German Embassy My Love and hugs to Richard and Gabi. Inge will always be in my hearts. Angela

- Angela Ghaman, Rockville, MD

Meine Gedanken sind auch bei meinem lieben Onkel Richard. Ich wünsche ihm Kraft und ich umarme ihn. In Liebe Deine Nichte Birgit

- Birgit, Darmstadt, Germany

Liebes Tantchen. Meine Erinnerungen an Dich, an unsere gemeinsamen Zeiten, sind wunderschön. Du warst ein ganz besonderer Mensch. Von Dir habe ich meine grosse Liebe für Tiere geerbt.Ich werde Dich nie vergessen und immer in meinem Herzen tragen. Ruhe in Frieden. Für immer Deine Nichte Birgit'chen...

- Birgitsche, Darmstadt, Germany

Richard we are so sad to hear about Inge, we will keep you and the family and especially her pets in our prayers. May God comfort you With much saddened Michael and Janet

- Michael and Janet DeNoe, Savannah, Ga

I had the pleasure of knowing and working with her. She was such a caring and loving lady. She will be surely missed. Loved her much. Praying for all the family

- Keith Sheppard, Springfield, Georgia

Richard,so sorry for your loss. Inga was such a sweet and kind person. Take comfort in knowing that as Christians, you will see her again. Sincerely, Marcia Lemacks (Yvonne's daughter)

- Marcia Falagan Lemacks, Greenwood , SC

Richard, Sandy and I have heavy hearts upon hearing this sad news. Since I first met Inge in 1979 she was always one the kindest, most gracious, and loving individuals I have had the pleasure of knowing. She was as a beacon of light and a pillar of strength to all that had the pleasure of knowing her! Heaven has become a much richer place with Inge’s presence! She will truly be sorely missed! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying times. Kevin and Sandy Moore

- Kevin and Sandy Moore, Statesboro, GA

I have missed the walks and chats with Inge since leaving Tybee. I am so sorry for your loss.

- Bonnie Lankard, Bluffton, SC