Charles “Chucky” “Suki” Curtis Lee, 55, of Pahala, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on January 28, 2023 at Hilo Medical Center. Born and raised in Pahala, he was a granite fabricator for various construction companies.

Memorial service to be held at Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo: 570 Kinoole St. Hilo, HI 96720 on Saturday February 25, 2023 at 10:00am.

Church memorial service at Pahala Holy Rosary Church on Saturday March 4, 2023 at 9:00am. Scattering of ashes at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach to follow.

He is survived by his mother, Frieda Mae Gravela Lee of Hilo; companion, Patricia Lei Pai of Pahala; brothers, Jeremy “Jerry” L. Lee of Hilo, Joey M. (Nazareth) Lee of Hilo, Bruce J. R. (Nancy) Lee of Hilo, Jamie C. (Raylynn) Lee of Hilo, and Jason C. F. Lee of Honolulu; God-son, Masen M. K. Lee of Hilo; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Chucky adored his nieces and nephews, and loved all the children in his family as his own. He also loved all of his pet dogs very much. Chucky enjoyed the ocean.. fishing, camping, breakdancing and being with family and friends. He was always there for anyone in need. His humble smile, and infectious laugh will be missed. His heart will always be in Ka’u.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo