With great sorrow the Kueberth, Cohen, Nelson and Hall families announce the passing of our kindhearted, loving and unimaginably generous father, grandfather, brother and friend; Leo Henry Kueberth Jr. better known by those that knew and loved him as Lee, Mr Lee, Pop, Big Pop and even Yee.

Born in Baltimore City on March 27th, 1947 Lee passed away unexpectedly on April 15th, 2023 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a brief illness and complications from cancer that he was unaware of. He was born and raised in Baltimore City to Leo Henry Kueberth Sr and Rita Elizabeth Schmidt. The Kueberth family, deeply rooted in Baltimore City added to and defined his character for being a lifelong Baltimore Oriole's and Colts /Ravens fan. He has told the story many times of sneaking into the old memorial stadium when he was a young boy to catch O's games.

He was the oldest of 5 children, his siblings Phillip (Buddy), Al, Rita Mary and Michael.  Certainly, any one of them can tell tales of sibling antics and mischief. Recently one of those stories came to light…As it is told… One evening Lee was escorted to his childhood home by the Baltimore City Police after being nabbed for hitching a ride off the back bumper of a city bus with another kid (who got away). His father's reaction (and he had a booming voice)" YOU brought the Police…To MY house?" Lee turned to the police officer and said "Please, take me with you" the officer smiled and refused. Oh; and it turns out the other kid that got away was his younger brother. Buddy!

He attended Merganther Vocational Technical High School and graduated in 1965 as a member of the Phi Gamma fraternity. In May of 1965 he married his childhood sweetheart Catherine Mary Hoffman and together in 1969 they had a daughter Christine Marie "Kueberth" Cohen aka to him as Tink. In 1974 their little family moved to Arnold Maryland where he then lived for over 50 years! Cathy and Lee after separation and subsequent divorce still maintained a close friendship over the years.

In 1980 he met the love of his life and perfect dance partner Peggy Corcoran Hall and in May 81 in the back yard at Peggy's parents' home in Severna Park with their children as their witnesses they married and joined their two families as one...and then there were 6; Lee, Peggy. Chrissy, Corey, Kenny and David. As Lee's blended family grew, he worked hard and provided as much love, comfort and stability as a family could need. As a guiding light he led the way for this family that meant the world to him.

His grandchildren, Darrius, Lucas, Reece, Cole, Madison, and Kaitlyn have countless unforgettable happy memories and in his eyes his grandchildren walked on water; they brought him so much joy and kept him young at heart. An afternoon shooting nerf guns off the back deck, playing with them or sitting around the kitchen table with them and a bushel of crabs while talking about anything and everything was a perfect way to spend a day. He spoiled them as much as he could; especially when their parents weren't looking. They all called him Pop or Big Pop and he had special nicknames for each of them as well. His granddaughter Aliya who preceded him in death will now get to know her very special Pop in heaven. They will each carry their Pop with them forever through the special memories they shared and through the exemplary example he set for them on how to be a good person, a good citizen, and a good friend.

Lee also loved his children's spouses and significant others, both past and present. He welcomed each of them with open arms as family. Lee was big hearted and easy to love so the feeling was always mutual. He loved his daughter in law Emma's amazing cooking and playing family games around the table and good conversations. He made a quick, deep and lasting bond with his son in law, Jesse and boy oh boy the two of them together spelled trouble. He took quick fondness to Colleen and she continued to have a special place in his heart and Brandy kept him laughing and always told him like it is. They each have a unique and special place in his heart and he in theirs and they will always be family.

Lee touched the lives of so many as he was a mentor and friend to many who thought of him as a second dad or second grandad or uncle (each of you know who you are). He was a friend and confidant with an open ear and a big ol teady bear heart.

Lee had a few jobs in his teen years, the first of which was Gino's and later including House Hold Finance in Baltimore but his life long career started at a young age with Metro Bus where he was lead mechanic. During his years with Metro he received countless accolades and recognitions for his fine work and dedication. After more than 30 years he retired from Metro in 2001 .

Although Lee would tell you that his proudest moments and dearest memories centered around his family, he was also a Vietnam Veteran. He completed his Army training in 1966 at Fort Detrick New Jersey where he was a qualified sharpshooter – rifle -M14 and he served with the Army National Guard for 6 years. At age twenty one he gave his parents a scare when the greatest unnatural disaster in the later 20 ^th century hit home, The 1968 Riots of Baltimore. Lee who was just 21 years old, with a new wife "Cathy" was called to action along with 5,500 fellow Guardsman, 400 state troopers 1,200 city officers and 3000 troops to take back the city. It was a tumultuous time of civil unrest. but he was brave and proud to serve. That passion for service never ended; although his time in the military shortly thereafter came to a close, he continued to serve through volunteerism in his community.

In his many years as proud member of the Broadneck Elks Lodge BPOE 2608, he offered countless volunteer hours and honorably served as their Exalted Ruler from 1996 to 1997. He received many recognitions for his service and dedication from the lodge and from the Grand Lodge, but more than recognition what meant the most to him was the camaraderie and fellowship of so many brother (and sister) Elk that enriched his life. The Elks was a huge part of his life and each and every fellow member became a part of his extended family.

He was also a devoted member of Post 175 Severna Park American Legion, the Moose lodge and the Knights of Columbus. Service to his community and giving back was very important to him and he was a regular contributor to the wounded warrior project and participated in numerous veterans benefit rides.

Lee enjoyed playing horseshoes and corn hole at the Broadneck Elks with dear friends as well as being a member of the former Colts Coral and Ravens Roots. He loved everything outdoors and was a member of a hunt club with a great group of life long friends where they will tell you "what happens at hunt club stays at hunt club'. He lived for being on the water, fishing, and boating. He spent countless hours with friends and family with the sun on his brow and a cold one in the cooler on the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers and tributaries on his boats "The Why Knott" and the Misty and Me.

Lee was a kind and thoughtful soul, and he will be missed and remembered by the many lives he touched. He always put others before himself and he was one of a kind. His family hopes he is riding in his dream 59 Corvette with the music blasting and the wind in his hair and dancing blissfully in the clouds with his one true love Peggy.

Lee everyone you left in this world hates that you are gone but we are happy that you are home free and painless. We will always love and miss you until we can meet again.

Please join us for a celebration of Lee's life on May 13 ^th from 4-8pm at the Broadneck Elks Lodge 2608 Located at 931 Lake Drive in Arnold. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/ or to the Broadneck Elks Lodge 2608 that was a huge part of his life by check mailed to PO BOX 218 Arnold MD 21012, please note his name under the memo.