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Peter Lee

June 3, 1958 - Dec. 22, 2024

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Peter Michael Lee passed away on December 22, 2024, at the age of 66 in Sparks, NV, due to complications from a progressive lung disease. Born on June 3, 1958, at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California, Peter entered the world with a boundless sense of wonder. A free spirit and lifelong seeker, he followed a path shaped by a deep love for healing, knowledge, and connection. This journey led him to become a beloved presence in the Grateful Dead community, attending over 450 shows between 1982 and 1995 as a traveling crew member. He immersed himself in Native American traditions, learning about sacred plants and ceremonies, and ventured into the jungles of Guatemala, where he worked as a Hedaro—a jade miner and carver—strengthening his bond with the earth. Peter’s colorful personality shone wherever he went, from counseling future generations of artists at Wavy Gravy’s Camp Winnarainbow in Laytonville, CA, to personifying “Uncle Uh-Uh,” the bicycle shaman at Burning Man. Yet, for all his adventures, Peter’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Amy, and his three sons, Graham, Forrest, and Khosh, who carry forward his spirit of curiosity and wonder. Perhaps Peter’s most profound and enduring wisdom can be found in what he called the “Law of Love”: "The law of love is the most important. When you are doing what you are doing because you love it, you will be able to sustain happiness regardless of wealth, affluence, or power. When you give love without expectation of return, it can’t help but come back. Love bats cleanup—it is the most powerful force, and it always wins. Don’t dwell on the hate. Remember the love." A celebration of Peter’s life will be held in Dos Rios, California, on March 29, 2025. For details, please contact cinegraham@gmail.com.

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