Robert G. H. Lee

We are sad to announce the passing of Robert G.H. Lee on Friday, November 14, 2025 after a battle with pneumonia, at the age of 101. He is survived by his beloved wife of 73 years Maude Toye Lee; children, Peter (Sharon), Patricia (Wayne), and Catherine (Richard). He was a loving grandfather to Janet, Laurie, Chloé, Elizabeth, Vanessa and Matthew and a doting great-grandfather to Kyro and Portia.

Robert was a proud McGill University alumnus, having received a B.Eng in Metallurgical Engineering (1947) and a Doctor of Science, honoris causa (1998) in addition to an Order of Canada (2004). He helped to establish numerous McGill scholarships. Any charitable donations can be made to ‘McGill University in Memory of Robert Lee’ to help continue to support his beloved alma mater. At Robert’s request there will be no funeral.

The story of Robert’s life and his dedication to innovation will be available at a later date.