A note from my 84yr old Mom:

"I worked in the NEW Recreation Center from the time it opened until January of 1969. I taught the winter swimming lessons for adult women and pre-school children. Bob's presence and support made my job (which I loved) enjoyable.

Joye Ashton (Davis) McKusick"

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Jackie and Family,

Dear Mrs. Lee and Family: I met Bob when I joined the Optimists in the early 90s. We often ate together and had terrific conversations, and we were together on the tree lot quite a bit. He was interested in so very many subjects and he also had a welcome sense of humor. Bob was always interested in what I was doing, and was such an encouraging person. He will be greatly missed. What an extraordinary human being. Susan Frye.

Dear Mrs. Lee and family:

I was probably Mark's age when our families were neighbors for a short time. The rec center was such a wonderful place and much of that is credited to Bob Lee. I am sorry to hear of his passing. I am so glad the rec center was named after him, he truly deserved it. My deepest sympathies. Kathy Sheridan

My associations with Robert were in State Recreation Association matters. I considered him a class act, a friend who was most helpful to me, and deem myself fortunate to have known him.

Naomi, I am so sorry to hear about Bob. He was an inspiration to me and countless others that worked with him. Bob always knew the right thing to do and the right thing to say. When it comes to community service, he is in a Hall of Fame of one. He will be missed. Best wishes, Naomi, and my sympathies to you and your family.

I am so happy I was able to speak with Mr Lee not long ago. It had been years since I had seen him, and it took me by surprise, and back to memories of my times at the Rec Center.

Please know that he will always hold a special spot in my heart....for he truly cared about the youth of Iowa City.

My sympathy surrounds the Lee family at this time.

Linda Sexton Fobian and family.

Mrs. Lee and family,

Words escape me. You and Mr. Lee were so good to Mom and Dad (Pat and Chuck). Mom's time at the Rec Center, in particular the years working with Mr. Lee, were truly her most rewarding. And for this farm girl, the Rec Center was like Disneyland. How I loved spending time there with her and all of the staff.