Lee Austin Wright

Lee Austin Wright, 49, Pine Drive Bar and Grill, Holcombe, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 9, 2022, at home.

Lee was born Nov. 9, 1972, the son of Robert and Mary (Eletson) Wright, in Wisconsin Rapids, where he grew up, attended and graduated from Lincoln High School.

He then attended and graduated from UW-Stevens Point, with a bachelor’s degree in soil science.

Lee married Amy Whittet June 21, 1997. Following marriage, they lived in St. Paul, Minn., and enjoyed weekends at their cabin in Chetek.

Then, in 2002, Lee and Amy entered into their next stage of life, owning and operating Pine Drive Bar and Grill, with their children.

Lee was an avid snowmobiler and was an active member of the Flambeau Area Trail Tenders. He was also a member of the Wisconsin Tavern League, the Lake Holcombe Resort and Business Association, and the founding member of the Holcombe Dart League.

He enjoyed boating on Lake Holcombe, water and downhill skiing, camping, playing darts, and singing karaoke with family and friends.

Lee was a generous person, who would do anything for anyone, had a infectious laugh and smile, and could fix just about anything.

He is survived by his wife – Amy Wright; children – Kyra, Austin and Emma Wright; parents – Robert and Mary Wright; sister – Dawn (Dean) Prior; and by many aunts; uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents –Jacques and Alphild (Bjornstad) Eletson; and his paternal grandparents – Arthur and Helen (Becker) Wright.

A celebration of life for Lee will be held from noon to 5 p.m., Sunday, April 24, at Pine Drive Bar and Grill in Holcombe.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Lake Holcombe Resort and Business Association, for the 4th of July fireworks: P.O. Box 264, Holcombe, WI 54745.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.bortonleiserfuneralhome. com. Borton-Leiser Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Cornell, is assisting the family.