Ed Lee 1952 – 2017

Biography

Ed Lee was born on May 5, 1952, in Seattle, Washington. He built a life of public service that would ultimately lead him to the highest office in San Francisco’s municipal government. Over the course of his career, Lee developed a deep commitment to the city and its residents, earning the respect and trust of those he served.

In 2011, Ed Lee became Mayor of San Francisco, a position he held with dedication until his death in 2017. During his tenure, he worked on behalf of the city’s diverse communities and addressed the complex challenges facing a major metropolitan area. His leadership spanned six significant years in San Francisco’s history, a period marked by his efforts to serve the public good.

On December 12, 2017, Ed Lee passed away at San Francisco General Hospital following cardiac arrest. He was 65 years old. His body was laid to rest at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park in Colma, California, where he remains remembered for his years of dedicated service to San Francisco and its people.