OLATHE – Lee R. Smith, 68 of Olathe, KS passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society in Olathe, KS. He was born February 28, 1952 the son of Clyde Simon and Norma Jean (Beerbower) Smith.

Lee was a service technician for various heating, ventilation and air conditioning companies for over 40 years in the Kansas City metro area.

He is survived by 3 children, Linda Rogers, Kansas City, KS, Shawn James of Lenexa, KS and Shelle Collyge of Overland Park, KS; 1 sister, Linda Briuer (James) of Olathe KS; 1 brother, Clifford Smith (Sharon) of Olathe, KS; and 5 grandchildren.

A private family graveside inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088.