Clifton Springs - Robert C. Lee, age 82, of Clifton Springs, passed away on Sat. (Sept. 21, 2013). Friends may call Tuesday (Sept. 24) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Patrick Funeral Home, 26 West Main Street, Clifton Springs. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Orleans Cemetery. Friends may contribute to the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church in Robert's memory.Robert was born March 14, 1931 in Lyons, N.Y. the son of the late Earl and Loretta Lee. He is retired from the Army Reserves after 27 years. Robert worked for Garlocks for 43 years. He was a longtime member of the Moose Lodge and Rod and Gun Clubs. Robert was a member of the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church and volunteered at the Orleans Cemetery for many years. He enjoyed sports and playing euchre. Robert was just an all around nice guy. But, Most of all Robert was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Robert is survived by his wife of 39 years, Ardeth of Clifton Springs; children, Daniel (Krissy) Smith of Clifton Springs, Bradley H. (Brenda) Smith of Penn Yan, Terry Lee of Marion, Daniel Lee of Colorado, Tammy Louis of Branchport and Mark (Kelly) Lee of Fairville; several grandchildren, many great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Robert is pre deceased by his brother, Calvin Lee.