Russell L. "Lee" Mortimer, 94, of East Brady died Monday June 17, 2013 at the VNA Inpatient Hospice, Butler, PA.

Born September 10, 1918 in Phillipston, PA, he was the son of Russell and Nelle (Painter) Mortimer.

Lee married Myrtle Hundstad on January 26, 1952. She preceded him in death on January 22, 2013.

A US Army Veteran, Lee served as a Technical Sergeant during WWII.  He campaigned in Sicily, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe.
Lee was the recipient of a Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal and a European African Middle Eastern Service Medal with 6 Bronze stars.

A graduate of the DeVry Technical Institute, Lee was employed in TV Sales and Service.

He was a member of the East Brady United Methodist Church.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 402, East Brady.

Surviving are 1 Brother, Laird Mortimer and wife Dorothy, and 1 Sister, Louise Smith, both of East Brady, as well as nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Myrtle, and one brother, Howard.

Visitation, Funeral Services and Burial in Rimersburg Cemetery will be private.

Memorials may be made in Lee's name to the East Brady United Methodist Church,
418 Kelly's Way, East Brady, PA  16028.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Charles B. Buechele Funeral Home, East Brady. 

To view or express condolences, please visit www.BuecheleFuneralHome.com

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