Obituary of Lee BIRD

Lee Edward Bird passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2010 in Lake Havasu City at the age of 58. Lee was born in Boston, MA on July 19, 1952 to Leo and Marilyn (Grinham) Bird.Lee entered the United States Coast Guard on October 29, 1971 and proudly served his country until October 14, 1975. Lee and his wife Amy moved to Lake Havasu City 2 years ago from Las Vegas, NV where he worked for FedEx until his retirement. Lee was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, past member of the Shriners and Mason's of Manchester, NH . Among his many hobbies were hockey, NASCAR and other forms of auto racing and camping and traveling in his RV. Lee is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Amy Kala`imi Kamakeeaina Bird; daughter Kawanoe Lesley-Ann Bird Thompson of Blue Springs, MO; step sons Allan Tusifolau Atagi and Jasen Ikaika Atagi both of Independence, MO; brother Neil Daniel Bird, grandchildren Sienna Liane Thompson, Paige Atagi, Emily Thompson, Spencer Thompson and Aivale Atagi. He was preceded in death by his parents Leo and Marilyn Bird and grandparents John and Mae Grinham and Leo and Rose Bird. A small service will take place mid-week in Lake Havasu City at the Acoma Chapel. Interment will be in Hawaii at a later date for family and close friends.In lieu of flowers, donations in Lee's name can be made to the American Cancer Society, 2929 E. Thomas Rd. , Phoenix , AZ 85016 . Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.