Lee O. Umpstead, of Auburn Hills, passed away on Sept. 2, 2018. He was 87.

Lee was the beloved husband of the late Ruth Mae; and loving father of Sharon Umpstead and the late Steven.

He was the dear brother of Barb, the late Elizabeth, Mary Ann, the late Richard, Norman and the late John; and lifelong friends of Don and Martha Northcote.

Lee lived a Christian life and devoted his life to his Lord and Savior.

He was a retired principal, a very hard working man and a good friend.

He was also a quiet man with a magnetic personality who was loved by all those who met him, especially children.

Lee loved to work on anything, loved to garden and was affectionately known as an animal whisperer.

Funeral services were held on Sept. 8 at the Lake Orion United Methodist Church.

Visitation was at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Lake Orion. Memorials may be made to the Lake Orion United Methodist Church.  Folks can see his memorial page here.