Bob Lee

Robert (Bob) Wayne Lee Jr., 74, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away November 13, 2025. He was born on August 21, 1951, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Robert (Bud) Wayne Lee Sr. and Dixie Ann (Tilton) Lee.

Bob grew up in Manhattan, Kansas, where he learned the value of hard work and craftsmanship while working alongside his father at Manhattan Plumbing. In September 1974, he started a partnership with Don Williams and established Lee & Williams Plumbing & Heating. In 1977, Bob became the sole owner and renamed the company Lee Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, serving Manhattan and the surrounding community for over 50 years.

On October 20, 1972, Bob married the love of his life, Nancy Jean (Enabnit) Lee, in Clear Lake, Iowa. Together they built a beautiful life, raising six children and sharing 53 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and devotion.

Bob is survived by his wife, Nancy; and their children, Cara Michelle (Lee) Richardson, Joanna Jean (Lee) Hicks, Robert Wayne Lee III, Daniel Francis Lee, Rachel E. (Lee) Sherley, and Joshua Tyler Lee. He was also a proud grandfather to eight grandchildren: Aubrey Marie Hicks, Avery Lee Hicks, Landyn Cole Hicks, Tristan Lee Richardson, Alexis Kylene Richardson, Jaxon Pierce Sherley, Emersyn Harper Sherley, and Lincoln Jeric Sherley.

Bob will be remembered for his strong work ethic, quick wit, generous spirit, and unwavering love for his family. He was known for his commitment and his willingness to work with his customers, always taking pride in his craftsmanship and the relationships he built throughout his career. He took great pride in his business, his community, and the legacy he created through his children and grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on November 29, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. at The Irvine Ranch located at 3370 Casement Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502.

The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family with arrangements.