Joseph F. Lee III, of Melrose, died at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington on August 4, 2005 at the age of 62. Joseph was a Union Electrician and member of I.B.E.W Local 103 for almost 40 years. He was a member of the VFW Harold OYoung Post #2394 in Melrose and the Saugus Elks for many years. Joseph is survived by 3 children. He was the loving companion of the late Alice Connors. Caring friend of Stephen Connors & his wife Jessica of N. Andover. A funeral service will be held at the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster St., Melrose on Saturday August 13th at 10AM. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hour will be held 1 hour prior to the service from 9-10AM. Burial will be private.