In memory of

Shum Mee Lee黃美順

October 12, 1935 - March 22, 2023

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Shum Mee Lee who passed away on March 22, 2023 at Mount Sinai Hospital.
She married the late Ken Dick Lee in 1958. They lived together in Toronto for 5 years before relocating to Guelph for 35 years more, and then back finally back again to Toronto. Shum Mee is survived by three sons, and one daughter: John, Peter, Phillip, and Leanne. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren. Shum Mee was predeceased by her husband in 1987.
Shum Mee was born in Taishan, China on October 12, 1935. She was one of 4 siblings and is survived by her oldest sister. Unlike women of her generation, she worked from a young age, tirelessly, and long hours providing for her family; all while also balancing motherhood. Her extraordinary selfless sacrifice and commitment to family is a rarity in these times and can be categorized simply as a “superwomen.” Her memories with her family and friends will be forever cherished.
Viewing ceremony will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023 at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Pine Hills Cemetery and Funeral Centre. The interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the Pine Hills Cemetery and Funeral Centre. The family encourages that people make donations in support of Heart and Stroke Foundation, in lieu of sending flowers. Please see the Donation tab for link to donation webpage. (https://www.heartandstroke.ca/)

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Janet Chow (Mee’s father was my grandfather’s nephew.)

Entered April 8, 2023 from BC

Shum Mee Lee was a great mother to Johnny,Peter , Phillip and Leanne. When they ran the restaurant in Guelph , I remember she was supervising their homework in between customers . She believed in education ! She also led by example and taught her children to work hard and to always support family members . I remember visits with her in TO and how proud she was of all her grandchildren .She will be missed !

Julia Di Capua

Entered April 9, 2023 from Kitchener

To all the Lee family:
My deepest condolences.
Leanne so very sorry for your loss

Edna Wong (Niece)

Entered April 9, 2023 from Vancouver

I'm deeply saddened to hear of my aunts passing. Because of distance, I did not get a chance to get to know her very well but I will always have very fond memories of her. She is a very kind and caring person. She was always concerned for my general well being and making sure that I had eaten. My thoughts are with you, John, Peter, Phillip and Leanne at this difficult time.

mrs mee quan and family (sister)

Entered April 9, 2023 from toronto

on behalf of Mrs. Mee Quan and family our deepest condolences to the Lee family. sorry for your lost. mrs shum mee lee had a older sister mee Quan .when mrs mee quan and family first came out to toronto from alberta1965-67 period . mrs . shum mee lee open her heart to our family and showed alot kindiness to our family and allowed our family to stay in her family home. mrs. shum mee lee kindiness to her sister mee quan . therefore mrs mee quan was able to save up some money and was able to move out to her own home on 459 king street west . and everytime we went mrs shum mee lee home to vist her mrs shum mee lee alway alway showed her kind heart and offer us food and drinks.once again i like to thank you mrs .shum mee lee and family for your kind heart to mrs quan and family .mrs shum mee lee you will be missed by all of us that got to know you. god bless you mrs. shum mee lee may heaven look after you for your kindiness.

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