Lee Richard Fuller (1964–2026)

Lee Richard Fuller, 61, of Vacaville, California, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born on October 10, 1964, in Garyling, Michigan, to Richard "Dick" and Paula Fuller, Lee was the youngest of four and a true youngest child in every sense. With a zest for life, Lee lived vibrantly and a bit rambunctiously. After graduating high school, he followed his older brother, John, to Vacaville, California, to begin a new chapter.

Starting out in the mechanic bays of a Shell station, Lee began a long and successful career as an automotive mechanic and, eventually, a business owner. In 1997, Lee opened Vaca Valley Auto Care, providing the Vacaville community with an honest automotive repair shop. Lee truly loved his work; he dedicated himself to the shop until he was no longer physically able to, and he missed the daily rhythm of the bays and his customers deeply after he stepped away. His straightforward nature and integrity earned him the deep respect of his community, many of whom became lifelong friends over the years.

Beyond his professional life, Lee was a man of many passions. Every October, he looked forward to his annual pheasant hunting trip to South Dakota, a cherished tradition spent with his closest family and friends. A devoted fan of Bay Area sports, he loved cheering on the Warriors, 49ers, and Giants, and took every opportunity to experience the energy of a live game. When he wasn't on the golf course or the hunting grounds, he was spending quality time with his loved ones—including his beloved rabbits, Bunny and Coco.

Lee approached life with a great sense of humor, curiosity, and humility. He will be remembered most for his generosity, his ability to fix anything, and his unwavering devotion to those he loved.

Lee is survived by his wife, Angelica; his children, Matthew and husband JB, Nestor and wife Alyssa, and Nancy and lovely partner Kobe. He is also survived by his mother, Paula; his sister, Teri; and his brother, John. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard; his brother, Chuck; his Uncle Jack; and his Aunt Lee.

A celebration of Lee's life will be held in a private ceremony on Friday, March 27, 2026. The family politely requests no flowers, though plants are greatly appreciated.

Lee Richard Fuller (1964–2026)

Lee Richard Fuller, de 61 años, residente de Vacaville, California, falleció en paz el 19 de marzo de 2026, rodeado de su familia.

Nacido el 10 de octubre de 1964 en Grayling, Michigan, hijo de Richard "Dick" y Paula Fuller, Lee fue el menor de cuatro hermanos y un verdadero "hijo menor" en todos los sentidos. Con un gran entusiasmo por la vida, Lee vivió una vida llena de amor, energía y momentos inolvidables. Tras graduarse de la secundaria, siguió los pasos de su hermano mayor, John, mudándose a Vacaville, California, para comenzar un nuevo capítulo.

Iniciando en los talleres de mecánica de una estación Shell, Lee comenzó una larga y exitosa carrera como mecánico automotriz y, con el tiempo, como dueño de negocio. En 1997, Lee abrió Vaca Valley Auto Care, brindando a la comunidad de Vacaville un taller de reparación honesto. Lee amaba profundamente su trabajo; se dedicó al taller hasta que físicamente ya no pudo hacerlo, y tras su retiro, extrañó profundamente el ritmo diario del taller y a sus clientes. Su naturaleza directa e integridad le ganaron el profundo respeto de su comunidad, muchos de los cuales se convirtieron en amigos de toda la vida.

Más allá de su vida profesional, Lee era un hombre de muchas pasiones. Cada octubre, esperaba con ansias su viaje anual de caza de faisanes a Dakota del Sur, una tradición muy querida que compartía con sus familiares y amigos más cercanos. Fiel seguidor de los deportes del Área de la Bahía, le encantaba animar a los Warriors, 49ers y Giants, y aprovechaba cada oportunidad para vivir la energía de un partido en vivo. Cuando no estaba en el campo de golf o en los terrenos de caza, pasaba tiempo de calidad con sus seres queridos, incluyendo a sus adorados conejos, Bunny y Coco.

Lee afrontó la vida con un gran sentido del humor, curiosidad y humildad. Será recordado sobre todo por su generosidad, su habilidad para arreglar cualquier cosa y su devoción inquebrantable hacia quienes amaba.

Lee le sobreviven su esposa, Angelica; sus hijos, Matthew y su esposo JB, Nestor y su esposa Alyssa, y Nancy y su querida pareja Kobe. También le sobreviven su madre, Paula; su hermana, Teri; y su hermano, John. Fue precedido en muerte por su padre, Richard; su hermano, Chuck; su tío Jack; y su tía Lee.

Se llevará a cabo una celebración de la vida de Lee en una ceremonia privada el viernes 27 de marzo de 2026. La familia solicita cordialmente no enviar flores; sin embargo, las plantas serán muy apreciadas.