Gustav D. Lee

Birth date: Feb 21, 1966 Death date: Jan 5, 2026

Gustav D. Lee, age 59, passed into God's presence Monday, January 5, 2026 at his home in Nunica, MI with his family close by. Gustav was born February 21, 1966 in Stoneham, MA to Donald and Marie Elizabeth (Olson) Lee. He is survi Read Obituary

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Lonnie Nam

4w ago

The first time I met Gustav, we were sitting and chatting with our mutual friend, Kay the bartender. As I got up to leave, he told me — in the kindest way — that I had a “tall personality.” I may not be tall, but his friendship always made me feel as if I stood just as tall as he did.

That was Gustav — effortlessly lifting people up.

One time I was venting about the frustration of putting furniture together, and before I knew it, he showed up with a screwdriver in hand, ready to help. Another time, he had access to a van — which in New York City is basically a luxury — and he immediately offered to pick up a large item for Kyle. After a late night at work, even though my door was just a few steps down the block, he still made sure I got home safely.

That was who he was: thoughtful in the small moments, generous without hesitation, and always looking out for the people around him.
Gustav had a warm heart and was a true friend. He was deeply appreciated, and he will be deeply missed.

Brendan Wright

5w ago

My freshman year spring break, a friend and I went to stay with Gus and Jodi. We were treated to so many great NYC sites and food. Gustav spent every day he could spare practically running us around the city. We saw the WTC, and even went out on the roof which we were told was a special opportunity. We even went to his work at what was then Morrell wine bar & cafe where he immediately got Jodi a glass of the finest wine on hand. It was a whirlwind week with tons of great memories, food, and sites to see. The most important part looking back is knowing how important it was to him that we were taken care of and that we got to see a much as possible.

Victoria Lee

5w ago

My freshmen year of college, Uncle Gus came to visit me at college in Missouri. I don’t remember what brought him to Missouri, but I remember that he showed up at the coffee shop I worked at at the time and asked a coworker if I was there. I was working in the back, and my coworker came to me and nervously said, “a scary looking man with a very cute dog is looking for you.”

I remember looking through the window to see him on the patio area with Matilda and laughing to myself thinking about the stories he had told me from his youth when he worked security at some bar/nightclub spots. He seemed to take some pride in being a “scary looking man,” so it was just funny to me.

Ivan Lee

6w ago

Gustav and Jodi. The love they shared in pictures.

Ashley Lenton

6w ago

One of my favorite memories of Gus was a day in the early 90s, when we were walking down Bedford Ave together on our way somewhere. We happened upon a new clothing store and I stopped to admire a really cute dress in the window. Gus encouraged me to go and try it on and in the name of fun, I did just that. After it was back on its hanger, Gus took it from my hands and proceeded to buy it for me. I was in shock! It was a spendy dress! He then told me he wanted to purchase it for me because it made him happy to see me happy. It was the first time in my life that someone had done anything like that for me. It wasn’t about the money spent at all… it was about his generous heart and kindness towards me that warms my heart each time I think about him and that moment together in the dress shop. That very dress still hangs in my closet..I’ll have it with me for my lifetime. For the simple reason that Gus gave me the gift of worthy-ness that day and each time I come across it, I am reminded of that gift and of one of my all time favorite humans, my dear friend, Gustav💕

Victoria Lee

6w ago

When I think about Uncle Gus, I think about what it means to have a soulmate and the capacity for deep, unwavering love.

Even after Aunt Jodi died, Gus remained completely, unmistakably in love with her. It wasn’t something he hid or moved past. It was simply the truth of who he was. Loving Jodi wasn’t a chapter of his life that ended when she did. It was the through-line of his entire existence. Watching that shaped my understanding of love more than anything else I’ve ever witnessed. I’ve never seen anyone love another person more deeply or more completely than how Gus loved Jodi.

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