Lisa Marie Lee (Brown)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Marie Lee, 59, on the morning of October 18, 2025, at Pioneer House Health Center in Sacramento, California, with her devoted husband Mike by her side holding her hand, after a courageous but brief battle with glioblastoma.

Born in Bellflower, California, Lisa brought love, laughter, and creativity to everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her loud, contagious laugh, her artistic spirit, and the joy she shared with family and friends. Lisa delighted in making hand-painted wooden Christmas yard decorations, a hobby that showcased her talent and creativity.

Lisa is survived by her loving husband Michael Murphy of Fort Bragg, CA, her children, Justin Murphy, of Fort Bragg and Taylor Murphy of Ukiah, CA, her grandchildren, Alexia Renteria and Colson Phillips, She is also survived by her mother Rachel Brown of El Paso, TX and her siblings Sheri White (Rich) Grand Junction, CO Kerry Brown (Cheryl) Santa Rosa, CA. Kevin Brown (Sheila) Mesquite, NV Erika Blanshard (Johnny) El Paso, TX and Nikki Estep (Terry) Centennial, CO.

She is preceded in death by her father, Alfred Brown and her sisters, Susan Larsen and Michele Nicoli. Lisa will also be remembered by her extended family, including Aunt Tina Cervantes, Aunt Esther Nevarez , Uncle Danny Nevarez and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Lisa’s warmth, humor, and love for her family will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Arrangements for a memorial or celebration of life will be shared with family and friends at a later date.