I am taking a brief moment to let you all know that Lee passed away this morning.
He was not in pain, but was very tired.
Yesterday when I visited him, he remarked a number of times that he was so sick.
He is now with God.
I will post more later–how we met, for example.
I also have a number of his newspaper columns which I will post also.
God bless everybody
Patty
I love you so much. I am so sorry for your loss. You now have an angel looking over you. Sending you big hugs and lots of healing love and prayers. Love, melissa
Sending love and a big hug
RIP.
Of course, I’m very sorry to hear this. Sometimes, all that is left is the hope we have through Christ’s sacrifice, but that is the most reliable hope there is. I will post more, later.
Dear Patty,
I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your families.
Sincerely,
Janet W.
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Lee. Many years ago, a friend on a forum reposted something Lee had written. I liked it so much that I stuck around here. I always enjoyed his commentary, wit, and humor. His presence will be missed. -Kevin aka Watchman
Sending prayers, love and a hug too. I may not have ever met Lee in person (and honestly can’t even recall how I came to this blog in the first place) but I know my life has been impacted positively by his words and his love of Christ our Savior. Lee’s wisdom is already greatly missed.
My condolences. Everyone is in my prayers.
OCF
Heartbroken – Lee was such a big part of my life for so long. Now he gets to meet all the wonderful saints that have gone to heaven before him – and no more pain and suffering!!
I am so sad. Lee was an important part of my life even though we never met. I am happy his suffering is over and he is with Jesus. Prayers for you, Patty, and thanks.
R.I.P. dear Warrior. Patty, we are here for you. Take your time though….
Patty – so very sorry to hear of Lee’s passing. Praying for you, for the Lord to carry you in His arms of love and comfort as you go forward in your life now.
Thoughts on Lee Duigon
It all started with a News With Views column, and at the bottom, there was a reference to a blog. Why not? I dropped by, read a few entertaining posts, and left some brief replies. After a little while, I began to recognize some names, and read posts by others, which were very thoughtful. It seems that this was a community, all its own, and Lee charted the overall course, but didn’t dominate the conversation.
I was introduced to the Bell Mountain Series and found fiction that was suitable for both youth and adults. These stories had spiritual overtones, but never imposed this upon the reader. It was fellowship, not preaching. And the stories are well written, well paced and interesting enough to keep you reading.
That is where I began to realize the amazing imagination of the author. Obann wasn’t simply a fictional prop, but existed in the imagination of its writer, as a complete world, with a cohesive history, all its own. It was a world where the ancient could meet the present, at any moment with surprising results. Reading of this world, it was easy to visualize these events, and with the guidance of a simple map, the progress of events could be followed.
In short order, I recall Lee writing about the “restitution of all things”, which is to say the hope many of us share, that God will set matters right and eliminate the plagues of sin and death. As Lifegiver, our Maker can restore all that has been lost in the past, reuniting us with friends and family we have lost along the way. I believe that this hope is the underlying force driving Lee’s writings.
One thing I’ve long admired is that Lee not only kept, but highly valued a collection of toy dinosaurs from the ‘50s. This tells me something about his character, and it’s something I really admire; the retention of appreciation for the wonder of life itself, unhindered by the mundane. Lee was definitely an adult, but he never forgot what it was like to be a kid. We all start out seeing the world through eyes that are not jaded, but Lee retained the ability to take note of the wonders of creation with the wonderment of a child, seeing something amazing for the first time. No doubt, this is foundational to the development of Obann, and the rich history of this fictional world.
In this time, when there is political strife and division, all around us, it’s easy to forget that there are many loving, kind, decent people on this earth, who only want to do what good they can. Lee sought to spread positive things, such as the values portrayed in his novels, where what is good faces challenges, but never gives up, a world where redemption was possible and a world where an assassin could leave behind evil and become a fearless force in defense of what is good. From these beginnings, Lee’s novels developed and built upon the foundation laid, developing a fantasy world that never lost touch with reality.
Ultimately, our significance is in the record of our works, our record before men, and our record before our Maker. In the nine years that I have been following this blog, Lee’s record has shown a zeal for goodness, and a desire to upbuild. This has been a place where I’ve met any number of good people, who were attracted by Lee’s zeal for goodness. I don’t look at this as an end, for two reasons. First off, the written works are still available and their message can still serve as a wholesome form of literature into the future. Secondly, and most important, are the words found in Acts, 24:14-16: “But this I confess to you, that according to the Way, which they call a sect, I worship the God of our fathers, believing everything laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets, having a hope in God, which these men themselves accept, that there will be a resurrection of both the just and the unjust. So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.”
I don’t wish to put myself in the position of being a judge; that job is entrusted to Christ, but I believe with all of my heart that Lee had a clear conscience toward both God and man. It is that hope, of resurrection, and the restitution of all things that gives comfort in times such as these.
Unknowable2,
Well said! You reflect the sentiments of us all, I think. May Christ be with us all, and remain.
Thank you Michele. Likewise, may Christ remain with all of us.
I wept when I read this post. I also found Lee on the News With Views column. And as Michele wrote, I believe you reflect the sentiments of us all.
Patty, you have my prayers and deepest condolences.
My prayers and deepest condolences.
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Lee Duigon. He was my friend, but more importantly a brother in Christ. I offer my deepest condolences to Patty. It is a great comfort that Lee is now in Heaven with the Lord.
Joshua,
You and your brother are fine examples of the power of Christian living. It’s truly an honor to know that the upcoming generation still has such examples. May you, and your entire family be blessed.
The news of Mr. Lee Duigon’s passing greatly shocked me. I first heard about it from my brother Joshua. I haven’t commented on this blog in a long while, and I regret not commenting more often. But let us rejoice that he’s in a much better place than before, away from sin and pain.
Hi, Mrs. Patty, it’s Katheleen. I’m praying so much for you. I’m truly saddened to hear that Mr. Lee Duigon passed away. He impacted my life profoundly with his stories, and I’ll never forget him. He will always be my all-time favorite author. I am very grateful to have been able to meet him even if I never met him in person. I keep thinking about if I’d never picked up a copy of Bell Mountain at the bookstore. Mrs. Patty, I pray that the Lord comforts your heart at this time. I really wish I could stay in touch with you. I sent you an email to Mr. Lee’s email address. I hope it reaches you.
my deepest symaties Pat …..