Lee Adnepos passed away peacefully on July 31st, 2024 at home in Rochester NY at the age of 84. He was an inspired teacher in all aspects of his life and he taught about what he loved. He loved fighting for human rights and social justice, reducing suffering, aiding refugees and eliminating hunger. He loved being of service to others, with gentle kindness, curiosity, and wisdom. He loved watching his students grow and learn the value of attention and quality.
He loved Shakespeare and Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance . He loved Gandhi, Thoreau, and Thich Nhat Hanh. He loved simplicity and quiet meditation. He loved arguing politics and discussing religion and philosophy. He loved the Brooklyn Dodgers and chocolate almond ice cream. He loved swimming at the JCC, hiking in the Adirondacks, and sitting quietly with a good book.
He loved his wife Judy, his children Carol (Kevin) and Barbara (Brent), his grandchildren Molly, Elliot, and Ollie, his sister Marjorie(William) and his extended family. He loved, and was loved by, his students, friends, and colleagues. He will be missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Foodlink food bank in Rochester NY ( https://foodlinkny.org ) or a charity of your choice.
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