Ironically, Lee’s love of reading was the catalyst that introduced us to a 50 yearlong friendship. While working in Kearfott Lee and I became great friends when we shared stories of the books we read. In her addition to her love for reading, she loved cooking as well, and had a true gift of hospitality. There were many a times I would be the beneficiary of that hospitality and one of her delicious meals. Lee loved to laugh and laugh we did, with tears running down our cheeks in uncontrollable laughter. She was a treasured friend and I will miss her deeply.