Obituary of Lee "Toot" Harrison

Harrison, Lee "Toot" Richville, Michigan Mr. Harrison passed away at home on February 4, 2019 at the age of 74. He was born on October 25, 1944 in River Rouge Michigan to the late Chesley and Vida (Floto) Harrison. At the age of 18 he started his mechanics career, working at places such as Cups Cycle Sales, Mr. C's Harley, Case Equipment, Saginaw Valley Motorworks, and finally retiring from Saginaw Ford Tractor. One of his many talents included music. He could pick up an instrument and play any song by ear. He played piano, accordion, harmonica, and the tuba in marching band. In his younger years he participated in drag racing. Some of his passions were riding his Harley, flying a plane, boating, and traveling in his motor home. His biggest passion however was being with family and friends, especially his grandsons. He had many, many friends and had the gift of gab and a great sense of humor. He loved to talk and tell a good story, and liked everyone. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Diane Alburg Harrison; children, Denise (Karl) Reda, Dawn (Gary) Knoll, Steve (Melissa) Harrison, and Jeff Bamberg; his niece, Vida Fulton, who was like a sister to him; grandchildren, Zachary Chinevere, Adam Knoll, Aaron Knoll, Noah Harrison, and Ashleigh Lee; sister in law, Patricia Harrison; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 5 brothers, Carl, Max, Dale, Wayne and Hal; sister, Valera; sisters-in-law, Mary Elizabeth (Carl) and Donna (Max); nephew, Bryan; and nieces, Sandy and Mary Beth. A Memorial Service will be held at 3 P.M. Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at the Hyatt Ewald Funeral Home, 700 N. Monroe St., Bay City MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 12 Noon – 3 P.M. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org or the Wishes of the Family. To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com All sympathy store items must be sent directly to the family home.