Carole Ann Lee's Obituary
Carole Lee, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023, in San Diego. Carole was born in Panama to Sydney and Inez Lew. She is survived by husband Kim, sons Daryl (Angela) and Derrick (Tisha), four grandchildren: Garret, Lindsey, Cameron and Nicholas and sister Verna Pena.
Carole grew up in the town of Colon, Panama, the oldest of three siblings. Growing up, she worked at a general store and learned the basic business skills she used throughout her career. After graduating from the American high school in the Panama Canal zone, she headed to California on a scholarship to attend San Diego State University. At SDSU, she earned her bachelor's degree in nursing.
Carole married Kim Lee on July 1, 1962. During their honeymoon, they drove to Washington state so she could take her nursing board exams. Carole then began a long career of nursing in San Diego with Hillside Hospital then Vencor Hospital. Carole excelled and later earned her MBA; she retired as the Director of Nursing in 2001.
In retirement, besides spending time with family, Carole and Kim traveled often, usually on cruises. They visited many places: including China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Egypt, India, United Arab Emirates, Chile, Cape Horn, Brazil and Argentina. She enjoyed trying her luck on regular trips to Las Vegas.
Services will be held at Greenwood Memorial Park and Mortuary on Saturday January 13th at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Chinese Community Church of San Diego
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