Robert "Bob" Lee, 86, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away at Mercy Hospital surrounded by his family March 23, 2018.

Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara of 64 years, son Timothy Lee, son Gary Lee, daughter Catherine (Michael) Swearengin, and daughter Rebecca (Donald) Calvin and many loving grandchildren.

Bob was a loving father, husband, grandfather and friend. Bob and his parents Oscar and Norene Lee founded the Plaza Shoe Store in 1951. He was a humble and hardworking shoe salesman and enjoyed horseback riding and spending time with friends and family. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church.

A celebration of life service will be held Tuesday March 27 2018 at 2pm, in Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel.