Lee William Gaddis Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on December 8, 2025, at the age of 77, Lee William Gaddis (Austin, Texas), born in San Antonio, Texas passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Lee leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Lee may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Isabel Maltsberger Gaddis and Harry Passmore Gaddis. He is survived by: his wife Gay Warren Gaddis; his son Ben Davis Gaddis (Morgan Ledwell Gaddis); his granddaughters, Isabel Gaddis (Ella) and Olivia Gaddis; his children, Samuel Passmore Gaddis and Rebecca Wesley Gaddis; and his brothers, Ben Harry Gaddis and John Lewis Gaddis.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Lee's memory may be made to the Texas Trailblazers: Gay Gaddis Leadership Program at the University of Texas. Donations can be made online or by check payable to: University of Texas, Attn: Texas Trailblazers / Gay Gaddis Leadership Endowment, 1 University Station, Mail Stop A3000, Austin, TX 78712.
