Karl Lee

Karl Shu Lee, 86, of Waukegan passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, at his home.

He was born January 14, 1940, in Hong Kong, China and was a longtime Waukegan area resident.

He was the former owner of Golden Dragon and Ming Toy Restaurants in Waukegan for many years.

Karl is survived by his loving wife, Mary Lee; sons, Michael and James Lee; daughter-in-law, Cris Lee; grandchildren, Camie and Jayden Lee; his favorite dogs to give food to, Lucky and Rocco; sister-in-law, Betty Peterson and brother-in-law, Edward Wong.

Funeral services will be private for the family. Interment will be at Northshore Garden of Memories in North Chicago.

Arrangements are under the direction of Peterson & Patch Funeral Home in Waukegan. Please sign our online guestbook at www.waukeganfunerals.com