Gardner “Ted” Lee


Gardner T. Lee, “Ted”, 71 of Salem, MA. passed away on April 24, 2020 after a hard-fought battle with coronavirus. Ted was the cherished and beloved husband of Rachael Lee, brother of Sandy Tucillo, father of Kristy Lee, stepfather of Lisa Bochniak and Robin Reeves, grandfather to Kyle Bochniak, Arion Bochniak, William Reeves and Brian Reeves, and great grandfather to Ocean Reeves.

Ted was loved by all. He had a way of making you feel special by greeting you with a hug and a kiss or a special handshake. Ted could put a smile on anyone’s face with a perfectly timed, memorable one liner that would make you burst out in laughter. He was a beacon and mentor in the youth community of Gloucester, MA. and devoted years to the youth program as a football, basketball and baseball coach. Ted took pride in guiding and teaching the youth how to become respectful and responsible young men.
Ted was a man of God and never lost his faith. He will be missed tremendously by his family and friends and will always hold a special place in their hearts.

Due to coronavirus a celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.

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  1. John & Mary Theo on April 27, 2020 at 11:05 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.



  2. Carol Goyette Karsadi on April 27, 2020 at 11:36 pm

    Ted you are the greatest brother in law…I truly miss your welcoming smile and all those hugs for family….you have touched so many lives with your kind and gentle heart…you always gave the gift of warmth and comfort to all those who knew you and you gave so freely of yourself……may God embrace you with His Divine love and May His angels lift you forever high into His glorious Kingdom…..May love, light & Gods many blessings embrace Rachael and all of Ted’s family & loved ones…❤️



  3. Harry Tempenis on April 28, 2020 at 1:30 am

    May his memory be eternal and may the Lord have mercy on his soul



  4. Kris Gherardi on April 28, 2020 at 7:25 am

    I am very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.



  5. Claudine lee on April 28, 2020 at 9:25 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  6. Priscilla Goyette on April 28, 2020 at 10:59 am

    I am very sorry for your loss. Please know I am praying for your family



  7. Nannette on April 28, 2020 at 7:25 pm

    So so sorry for your loss



  8. Janice sheridan on April 28, 2020 at 7:43 pm

    Sincere condolences and prayers being sent to you and your family in your time of sorrow.



  9. Sydney on April 29, 2020 at 12:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss



  10. Courtney McNulty on April 29, 2020 at 2:39 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss! He had the warmest smile in the room and it was always reflected on those in his company. I’m sending my love to the whole family and wishing you all comfort in the joyful memories you have! Xo Courtney McNulty



  11. Donna McRae on April 29, 2020 at 11:40 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and family.



  12. Lynne&phil scannell on April 30, 2020 at 9:04 pm

    Rachael and family .. from our days at 2 nd glance spending time talking and having many laughs you are all in our thoughts



  13. Lynne&phil scannell on April 30, 2020 at 9:12 pm

    Rachael and family .. from our days at 2 nd glance spending time talking and having many laughs you are all in our thoughts we loved our time and story’s



  14. Rachel Oliver on May 5, 2020 at 3:52 pm

    Kristy Lee – so sorry for the loss of your father. I know he held a super special place in his heart just for you.



  15. Lauren Doherty on May 5, 2020 at 4:05 pm

    Kristy, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He must have felt so proud to have such a kind, loving, and compassionate daughter. I’m thinking of you.



  16. Mom and Rick on May 5, 2020 at 4:35 pm

    Kristy so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. His love for you was forever. He was very proud of you. We love you.



  17. Vanessa Uliano on May 5, 2020 at 4:58 pm

    Kristy & Family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Kristy, I have no doubt your Dad was proud of the amazing, generous woman you are!



  18. Auntie Joyce & Uncle Donnie on May 5, 2020 at 5:07 pm

    Kristy so sorry for the loss of your Dad. The close relationship you shared with him was very special. Hold on to those precious memories and keep them close to your heart. We love you very much.



  19. Ralph Tuccillo on May 5, 2020 at 8:43 pm

    Dear Rachael, Kristy, and Sandy

    I want to express my most sincere condolences to all of you and your families. I loved Ted very much and will miss him dearly. He was more than a brother-in-Law, he was a genuine friend. Over the past 54 years we vacationed together, played softball, talked sports and politics, celebrated special occasions, and stayed close. We connected in many ways and were always there for each other. May God Bless him with eternal peace in Heaven.



  20. Auntie Jane on May 6, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    Kristy and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Kristy, may you find comfort in the love you shared and the treasured memories that you made with your beloved Dad. God bless and keep you, Ted.



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