About Lee McCormick
Charles Lee McCormick was born on Saturday, October 10, 1953 in Wichita, Kansas to parents David and Twila (Broadhurst) McCormick. Lee had two older siblings, Cathie and Doug.
The McCormick family lived in Mt. Hope, Kansas, a small farming community where everyone seemed to know each other. Lee attended Mt. Hope grade school thru the 4th grade. Because of his parent’s change in employment, the McCormick family moved to Hutchinson, Kansas in 1963. Lee finished grade school at Morgan Elementary, then attended Jr. High at Liberty Junior High School.
His favorite dog was named Cookie, a beautiful German Shepard and Collie mix – a truly faithful friend. Cookie accompanied the McCormick children wherever they ventured. The McCormick’s family’s first indoor pet came from their grandmother’s cat “Jack” and this Siamese kitten soon ruled the McCormick household.
Lee graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1971. After high school, Lee moved to Kansas City and worked for the Hallmark Card Company. Lee had always enjoyed artwork. After leaving Hallmark, he and a friend hiked through Europe. When Lee returned home, he moved to the state of Washington.
Lee married Maggie (Fung Siu Wong) in August of 1999 and they resided in Shoreline, Washington. Lee loved to walk in his wife’s beautiful garden and working around their home. He enjoyed his adventures when traveling to China with Maggie and learning about her culture.
Lee worked at Sign Pros in Redmond, Washington for 33 years and wore many hats. He began as a talented hand painter for custom signs and most recently served as Manager for their Large Format Printing Department.
Lee McCormick passed away on Sunday, May 10th, 2015 at home from a long term heart illness.
Lee is survived by his wife, Maggie, his sister, Cathie Haen and brother Doug McCormick, five nieces and nephews, and five great nieces and nephews.