A family is grieving, a bond has been broken, and a brother’s voice — once constant and full of love — has fallen silent. David Lee passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind memories that now carry both comfort and heartbreak.

In the days following his passing, loved ones are holding on tightly to their final conversations, their last laughs, and the sound of his voice saying, “I love you, big guy.”

For one brother, that last phone call now means everything. “He called me all the time — over and over — and I’m so glad I didn’t ignore him that night,” he shared. “I was asking him for advice on a home project, and before I could finish, he said, ‘I’m not trying to tell you what to do, but shut up and listen to me and do it like this!’ That was David. Direct, funny, and always helping.”

David was the kind of man who didn’t hold back — not his opinions, not his laughter, and never his love. He wore his heart openly, lifting up those around him, always calling to check in, always saying how proud he was of his family.

He will be remembered not just for his sharp wit and blunt honesty, but for his enormous heart — the kind that made everyone feel seen, valued, and loved. His family’s grief is immeasurable, but so is the love he left behind.

To those reading, his brother has this reminder: “If you love someone, tell them. Even if it feels awkward. Even if you think you’ll have another chance. Because tomorrow isn’t promised, and one day, those calls might stop.”

David Lee is gone far too soon. But his love, his laughter, and the way he made others feel will echo in the hearts of those who knew him — forever.