Tum J. Lee passed away peacefully in the presence of family April 4, 2022. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and great-uncle. He especially adored his grandchildren.
He was an avid photographer and videographer, creating numerous photo books and DVDs for family. He cherished his children’s piano-playing skills by proudly attending every recital and performance.
Tum attended MIT, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and mathematics as well as a master’s degree in electrical engineering. He was employed at Bell Labs in Holmdel and then worked at AT&T in Middletown until his retirement. While at AT&T, he was granted patents.
He is predeceased by his parents, sister and brother-in-law. He is survived by his wife Candace and children, Melinda Lee-Baumann and spouse John, Jonathan Lee and spouse Sarah, and Rebecca Vaccarelli and spouse Michael. He is survived by numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephew, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visitation was April 18 at Thompson Memorial Home, Red Bank. A short memorial service followed with interment at Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla, New York.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Monmouth Medical Center Foundation.
The article originally appeared in the April 21 – 27, 2022 print edition of The Two River Times.
