Lee Alan Kehres, 59, died February 8, 2011 in Ft. Pierce, Florida.

Mr. Kehres was born in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to Ft. Pierce 58 years ago.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1971-1977. Prior to retirement, he worked for St. Lucie County Parks and Recreation as Superintendent for 36 years. He was an avid diver and fisherman, shell collector and horticulturist.

Survivors include his son, Kris (Katie) Kehres of Port St. Lucie, FL; wife, Laura Kehres of Stuart, FL; grandson, Noah Kehres of Port St. Lucie, FL; sister, Vicki Kehres of Ft. Pierce, FL; father and mother, Arthur and Virginia Kehres of Ft. Pierce, FL. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dale Kehres.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Smithsonian Marine Station, 701 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34949.