Joan Lorene (Prue) Lee died Thursday, July 17th, at her home in Groton with family by her side, just four days before her 80th birthday.
A lifelong resident of Groton/Mystic, Joan enjoyed working on counted cross stitch and needlepoint projects, and could often be found with a book of word search puzzles in her hands. All of her children, grandchildren, extended family and friends enjoyed visiting her for family celebrations, picnics and especially on holidays when she would always have a bag of treats ready for everyone. Joan was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of The Fleet Reserve Association in Groton.
Joan was the wife of William F. Lee, Sr., until his passing in 1981. She is survived by her children, William Lee, Jr. of Moodus, Betty Lee of Plainfield, Bruce Lee, Sr. and Brian Lee of Groton and Barbara Templin of New London. She is predeceased by her son, Benjamin Lee. Joan is also predeceased by her brothers, Gilbert Prue and Leonard Prue, and her sister, Juanita Congdon. She will be sadly missed by her nineteen grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Joan’s family will greet relatives and friends at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Historic downtown Mystic on Monday, from 5-7 pm. A service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, at 10 am, immediately followed by burial at Elm Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ladies Auxiliary FRA, Unit 20, 242 Thames Street, Groton, CT 06340, or a charity of your choice.
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