Julie Lee, 97 years old of Cambridge, MA, died in her home of more than 60 years on

April 15, 2025.

Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1927, Julie moved to China as a young child where she

completed her education and pursued a career in teaching. It was there where she met

her late husband, Shih Hing Lee.

Julie always had a strong business ethic. Hard working all her life, Julie and her

husband Shih Hing, were owners of Sun Tuey Restaurant in Boston. They were also

instrumental in the establishment of Boston’s oldest Chinese Bakery, Ho Yuen Bakery,

which recently celebrated its 50th year in business. Julie and her husband were also

original partners in several other business ventures.

Julie was a beacon of compassion and service. Her life was defined by giving of her

time, of her love, and of herself. She was a time-honored member of the Chinese

community in Boston. Julie dedicated endless hours to several causes that were close

to her heart. Some of the positions she held were Vice Chairman of the Board of the

Kwong Kow Chinese School, Treasurer for the Lee’s Association of Boston and a lead

accounting position for the Chinese Women’s Association of N.E. Julie was also a

member of the Ng Family Benevolent Association of Boston and associated with the

Kuo Min Tang of Boston and the Lee On Dong Association of N.E.

Julie’s impact was widely recognized in the Boston Asian Community. Julie received

numerous awards and honors over the years. But it was never the recognition she

sought. It was the joy of helping others that fueled her soul and drove her to help the

Boston Asian Community.

Julie was a passionate advocate for those around her. To her family, she was a source

of unwavering love. Julie was always there to support them. She was a guiding force

and built a strong foundation for her entire family to grow and flourish. To her friends,

she was a dependable presence. To the community, she was an inspiration. And to so

many, she was simply "Auntie Julie" - a name that brought comfort, warmth and a smile.

Her memory will carry on in the many lives that she has touched and she will be deeply

missed by all who knew and loved her.

Julie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, devoting her life to

her family. She leaves behind five children, the late Yee Hee and his wife Yat, the late

Doris Wong and her husband Gene, Raymond and his wife Patricia, Michael and his

wife Jane and Howard and his wife Clara. Her loving grandchildren include the late

Karen, the late David, Janet, Louisa, Gloria, Joseph, Steven, Neala, Jillian, Rachel,

Victoria, Alyssa and Erica. She also leaves behind twelve great grandchildren and

numerous nieces and nephews.