Lee V. Alderman

Lee Vine Alderman was born September 14, 1933 in Grimes, Iowa, the son of Theodore and Esther (Lane) Alderman. Lee was larger than life. He was a lifetime Eastsider and was well known for his sense of humor; he could always make you laugh. Lee went to school through DMACC and in Minnesota and was employed as a refrigeration mechanic. He worked for Iowa Pack for 18 years and retired from SuperValu in 1995.

Lee loved spending time with his family and was so proud of his grandchildren. He liked entertaining and spending time with friends. Family vacations made many wonderful memories.

Lee had many hobbies, one of which was a passion for fishing. He enjoyed taking fishing trips to Canada and also hunting in Wyoming. Aviation was another of his passions and he held his solo pilots’ license. He also liked playing cards and was always helping people to repair their cars.

Lee was strong and physically fit. He played baseball and softball and coached little league. Lee was a 50 year member of the East Gate Lodge. He loved the Iowa State Fair and loved to sing.

Lee is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jean; four children, Deb Fitch (John), Tim Alderman (Tami), Lee Alderman, Jr. (Carol) and DaLonna Housley (Rick); nine grandchildren; four great-granddaughters; and siblings, Glen and Dale.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Joy.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 29, 2013 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines with burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at the funeral home.

Lee parted this life having no unsaid words, no pending apologies, no regrets, and no unshared feelings.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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