My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends. May you find some comfort in the promise found in Revelation 21: 3-4 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14. Knowing that there is an opportunity to be reunited with love ones lost in death.

I extend my sympathy and condolences to Lee’s family and friends. I worked with Lee at many Super Bowls and we shared each other’s law enforcement stories and experiences. He was a joy to be around and we had many good times together. I will miss his sense of humor and his compassion towards others. May he rest in peace.

A very good friend. Miss working with him.

Lee was one of the original members of the BCA Narcotics Squad in 1972 and was highly respected by law enforcement officers throughout Minnesota and surrounding states throughout his career. He was an outstanding mentor, friend, and a true leader during his many years in policing. He will be missed.

Lisa and family – Lee was universally respected in law enforcement circles. I admire his professional and personal accomplishments, and feel honored to know him. I know you were very proud of him too. I am sorry for your loss.

I just interviewed Lee on Friday in Minneapolis for CNN. What a shock to hear he passed later that same day. In the short time I had the honor of knowing him I could tell he was a true gentleman: charming, well-spoken, family man, a real straight shooter. I’m truly sorry for your loss.

I had the pleasure of working with Lee during many Super Bowl events and remember him fondly. My condolences to Matt, his family and friends. May you find peace in the fond memories and stories of Lee and all he brought to your lives for so many years.

Lee was an exceptional man. He was my team leader at the BCA for a number of years. One time we were working in Winona and he wanted to stop at a local restaurant famous for their fish and seafood. It was all you could eat fried shrimp with fries. We ate a couple servings. I was full Lee wanted a small serving of fries to top him off. The waiter told him it was only all you could eat shrimp. He trued to talk sense into them to no avail. He winked and smiled at me then ordered more shrimp orders until the manager came up and cut him off. We laughed many times about that mistake on their part not knowing who they were dealing with. Sorely missed. So sorry for your loss.

I played basketball with Lee at Hamline University and roomed with him two years in college and then after college ….until he married Kathy…we spent numerous times at his cabin on the Ash river and camping on lake Kapatogama drinking wine and beer while sharing meaningful insights pertaining to life’s problems. My wife, Patti, who worked with Lee at the BCA, and I will miss him a lot!!!

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

My deepest condolences go out to Matt and the rest of the Urness family. Lee has been and will continued to be missed by the NFL transportation family. Lee made such an impact on everyone he ever met. To this day I have people that worked with Lee at Super Bowls almost 20 years ago ask me about him and how he’s doing.
The true meaning of a professional.
Rest In Peace.

We will never forget such a wonderful, kind and giving neighbor as Lee. So many memories by the pond, grilling and 4th of July fireworks. He was always working on the pond, feeding the birds and planting beautiful flowers every year. Lee was, and you children are family to us. May his love light your life every time you think of him. I know his smile will never be forgotten.

Kari, Lisa, Matt
So incredibly sorry to hear about your Dad. Both of your parents were amazing people. Although it’s been an incredibly long time, I remember them so vividly and they truly left an impact on me. I want to send my dearest condolences from my whole family to yours.

Kari, Lisa and Matt –
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Lee on many Super Bowls and we had a lot of laughs and glasses of wine. Lee was incredibly nice and caring and was always quick to lend a hand. He left a big hole in our team and now in our lives. My hope is that all of your memories of Lee will keep him in your hearts.

Lee and I go back to 1994, Super Bowl Atlanta. He was a principal player in our Super Bowl Transportation Team. For twenty five years we worked together on various projects and he always was ready and willing to do anything which would improve the quality of the event for the fans. We all lost a true friend. God Bless to the FAMILY

I had the honor and pleasure of working with Lee at the MN Fugitive Task Force and was partnered with he and Kevin Rickett on the Andrew Cunanan Top Ten Fugitive case. Despite the hundreds of leads and intensity of the media during the nationwide manhunt, Lee remained unflappable and focused on “just gettin’ the guy.” His bright smile, infectious laugh and incredible investigative aptitude put him in a class by himself. The hours he spent in a fishing vest sitting surveillance in a mini van paid huge dividends for the BCA, the MFTF and the people of Minnesota. Lee was one of the finest cops with whom I ever had the pleasure of working, but that still pales in comparison to the dedication he had to his family. What a great man. He will be missed. I’m very sorry for your loss.

I played basketball in high school in Alexandria, Mn. with Lee back in ’62, ’63. I have not seen him since but have fond memories of his lanky frame, his contact lenses (our team would get on our hands and knees during more than one game to find each one that fell out) and his kindness shown to me and others. He was competitive and courteous at the same. I watched the interview of him recently on the Cunanan case and was glad to see his face and hear his voice. I thought of how special it would be to intersect with him again and, now, am shocked that he is gone. I send my sincere condolences to his family at this time of sorrow and loss. ‘May mercy and peace and love be multiplied to you.’ Jude 2

I worked with Lee at the B.C.A. What I remember most vividly was Lee’s smile that even in the most difficult situations brought some cheer to my heart. Lee never shied from the difficult. I remember when he braved a brutal Minnesota snowstorm to hike through the Pine County forest to twist wires to continue a wiretap at a crucial moment. It was Lee who gave me the nickname of “Wong” … one he never tired of using.

My memories of Lee & Kathy are from the years of raising small children. I’m sorry to see the kids, now adults, are on this sad journey. My sympathies & blessings to all of the family members at this time.

My sympathy to Lee’s family. He will be greatly missed. He impacted many lives through his work and fellowship with family and friends. May God bless his memory. It was a privilege to know Lee and his family as we grew up in Alexandria.