Peter Lee

Type of Donation:       Organ & Tissue

Age and Location:      Age 66 – Sparks, Nevada

Date of Donation:           12/22/2024, Northern Nevada Medical Center

Sponsor:                      Honored by Donor Network West

PETER’S STORY

Born on June 3, 1958, in Palo Alto, California, Peter entered the world with a boundless sense of wonder. A free spirit and 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 venturing into the jungles of Guatemala, where he worked as a "jadero" (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 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 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 expecting anything in 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."