Lee Sigafus, 82, of Warren passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Manor Court in Freeport. He was born on April 27, 1935 to George and Velma (Menzemer) Sigafus in Warren. Lee became a lineman Northwestern Telephone Company in 1957 and retired in 1997 from what is now known as Verizon. He also served his country in the United States Army from 1958-1960. One of the years he served, he served in Korea. On December 3, 1960 he married Beverly Miller in Orangeville, and together they had four children. Lee was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan, enjoyed stockcar racing, spending time with his basset hound Shelby, and his friends and family.

Lee is survived by his children, Daun Krupke of East Dubuque, Mike Sigafus of Warren, Scott (Heidi) Sigafus of Apple River, and Terri (Darren) Stiefel of Warren; grandchildren Stacie (Todd) Wilkerson, Cory (Ashley) Krupke, Nikki Krupke, Eron Sigafus, Lauren Sigafus, Teryn Stiefel, Miah Stiefel; five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his life-long companion, Beverly Sigafus, sister Darla Wybourn, and an infant brother Duane Sigafus.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Roger Bronkema will officiate the services.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A memorial has been established in his name.