Larry L.

Lee

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Every Fourth of July, the yard filled with campers, and tents—but, more importantly, with family, friends and plenty of laughter.

Lawrence “Larry” LeRoy Lee, of Baxter, was born July 17, 1954, in Oakdale, Minnesota, the son of Howard and Gloria (Harwood) Lee. He grew up in the Oakdale area, where he attended school. Following graduation, Larry earned his certification in diesel mechanics, beginning a lifetime of working with his hands and finding satisfaction in fixing what needed fixing.

Larry met Christine Ann Hanson, and a year later, in 1974, the two were married. Together, they were blessed with three sons, Jake, Nate and Bob.

Larry and Chris eventually made their way to the Brainerd Lakes Area after falling in love with a piece of land they purchased along the Crow Wing River. For nearly 38 years, they have called their home on White Sand Lake their own little piece of paradise.

Their home was meant to be shared. Every Fourth of July, the yard filled with campers, and tents—but, more importantly, with family, friends and plenty of laughter. It was an excuse to roast turkeys over spits, fire up every grill they could find, light numerous campfires and turn up the classic rock, Larry’s music of choice. Those gatherings became a tradition and created memories that will remain with their family for generations. He also enjoyed the many camping trips with family and friends. Travelling all over this beautiful country

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Above all, Larry’s life was built around the people he loved and the home and memories they created together.

The fun didn’t end when summer did. Winters meant snowmobiling, skiing and bonfires and making that traditional prime rib at New Years!

Larry worked hard and did his best to instill that same work ethic in his sons. Whether he was fixing an engine, tackling a project or repairing one of the homes he rented out, Larry was rarely sitting still. There was always something that needed his attention—and he usually knew how to fix it.

Still, Larry found time for a few things simply because he enjoyed them. Photography was one of those passions. His home is filled with framed photographs he captured over the years, lasting reminders of the way Larry saw the world through his own lens.

Above all, Larry’s life was built around the people he loved and the home and memories they created together.

Larry is survived by his wife, Chris; sons, Jacob (Alyssa), Nathan (Lacy Daly) and Bobby (Carlie); grandchildren, Hudson, Isaac, Isla, Ari, Lily, Aiden, Sawyer and Adaly, with another grandchild on the way; and brothers, Michael and Dennis.

He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Grace; sister, Linda; brother, John; and his parents, Howard and Gloria.

In honor of Larry’s memory, and in loving memory of his granddaughter, Grace, memorials are preferred to Grace Lee Fund Community Giving: https://www.community.giving.org/make-a-donation/?gfid=71

Please join Larry’s family as they celebrate his life on Friday, November 13, 2026. They will gather at Nelson – Doran Funeral Home in Brainerd from NOON until a 1:00 p.m. Prayer Service. All are then invited to the American Legion for food (Larry’s Favorite) and sharing of memories. Interment will take place privately at Baxter City Cemetery.