Neta Sue Lee Obituary (2024)

Neta Sue Lee (Sue or Susie) passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024. Sue was born in Yakima, WA on June 15, 1948, to Mae and Lewis Tucker, the first girl to bless the house in many years. Sue had nine brothers that counted on her, watched over her, and never missed a chance to play a practical joke on the only girl left at home. After graduating from West Valley High School, Sue met the love of her life, Danny Lee. Sue and Danny were married on April 4, 1970, and made their home in Union Gap on a farm with their cows and their three children. They later moved to Moxee and added sheep to the mix. Sue loved her sheep as much as Danny loved his cows. Sue took care of the children and the farm while Danny was on the road as a truck driver. There were many nights spent caring for newborn lambs, days spent feeding animals and changing irrigation water. She also had a garden, where she grew vegetables to store through the winter and strawberries for her amazing jam. Sue was known for her cooking, and no one has been able to replicate her fried potatoes. Sue encouraged their children to be involved in 4-H, and they joined the Black Rock Wranglers club, where they showed lambs and cows. There were many hours spent caring for the 4-H and FFA animals and at livestock fairs through the Yakima Valley. Sue also served as a 4-H leader for more than 15 years. Sue was known to always have a crochet blanket started, quilts made and cross stich projects underway. She owned and operated Sun Bonnet Sue quilt shop in Yakima, working alongside friends and family to make beautiful quilts that will be treasured for generations. The shop was a gathering place for friends and family and often had a grandchild or two in the back helping with a project. After the shop closed, Sue continued to work on quilts out of her home and was part of a quilt group that met weekly at the Moxee City Hall. Sue and Danny took the children and then grandchildren to Westport every year to fish and crab. Westport became a special place to relax, enjoy family and eat. You could always find fresh cookies, usually her famous snickerdoodles, in the snack bag on the dock as we crabbed. Sues greatest joy came from her grandchildren, especially spending time with them at her favorite spot in Westport. Sue was an amazing woman who cared for everyone she met. She was a role model for all, demonstrating strength, independence, grace, and empathy. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Sue is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Danny Lee; brothers, Walter, Doyle, James, Ted, Bob, Ron and sister, Georgia. Sue is survived by her children, Richard (Thea) Lee of University Place, WA, Brenda Lee of Moxee, WA, and Missy (Jeff) Raver of Prosser, WA; her grandchildren Sebastian, Kristina, Samantha, Anthony, Bailee, and Peyton; and great grandchildren Alex, Kaylee, Emma, Andrew, and Damon; her brothers Don (Kelly) Tucker, John (Carol) Tucker, and Tom (Jeannie) Tucker. Sues memorial service will be held at Brookside Funeral Home in Moxee on Friday, March 29th at noon. Burial service will follow at West Hills Memorial Park in West Valley. The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Cottage in the Meadow for making her last days peaceful. SERVICES Funeral Service Friday, March 29, 202412:00 PM Brookside Funeral Home500 W. Prospect RdMoxee, WA 98936 Graveside Service Friday, March 29, 20241:30 PM West Hills Memorial Park11800 Douglas RdYakima, WA 98908