Lee Eugene Graffice

Lee Eugene Graffice, age 97, of Tedrow, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Fulton Manor Nursing Home. Lee owned Tedrow Auto Wrecking for many years.

Lee was born on November 26, 1928, near Tedrow, to the late Verta and Georganne (Buckley) Graffice. On April 17, 1950, he married his wife, Doris, who preceded him in death in 2000. Lee was a lifelong member of Tedrow United Methodist Church, a member of the Wauseon Masonic Lodge No. 349, and a member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Toledo. Lee also served on the F&M Bank Board and the Fairlawn Board. 

Surviving Lee is his son, Steve (Pam) Graffice of Tedrow; son-in-law, John Moden; daughter-in-law, Pat Graffice; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild on the way; and special friend, Bettie Finken. Lee was preceded in death by his wife, Doris; parents; son, Jeff Graffice; daughter, Jenny Moden; grandson, David Conrad Hausch, III; brother, Vernon Graffice; sister, Vivian Barnhart; and half sister, Jean Graber.

Visitation for Lee will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 1pm to 2pm, at the Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home of Wauseon. A funeral service will follow visitation at 2pm, with Pastor Kevin Cochran officiating. Burial will follow at the Tedrow Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Wauseon Lodge No. 349 or donor's choice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com. The Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home of Wauseon is honored to serve the Graffice family. 

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