Leo (Lee) Artman

With a life lived fully, we bid farewell to Leo (Lee) Artman, a remarkable soul whose presence graced our lives in countless ways. Lee ascended peacefully on February 9, 2024, surrounded by his wife, Heidi, and family and friends, leaving a legacy of love, kindness, and joy that will continue to resonate with all those who knew him. Born on January 1, 1947, in Ruth Michigan, Lee served his country as an Army Sargent, stationed at Cameron Bay, Vietnam. He attended Macomb College in Michigan. In 1973, he made his home in Santa Barbara, where he began his 40-plus-year career as a real estate broker. Lee’s presence illuminated the lives of family and friends, filling each moment with warmth, laughter, and boundless love. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Dorothy Johnson, Kenneth Artman, and James Artman. He leaves behind his wife, Heidi, who traveled through life and the world with him, his brothers, Don/Judy Artman and Larry Artman, sisters, Jeanne Artman and Joanne/Tom Hall, and numerous relatives and friends. Lee was bigger than life, and everyone felt his spark when being in his presence. His boundless curiosity and thirst for knowledge were inspiring, motivating others to embrace every opportunity for growth and self-discovery. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. A private service will be held in Michigan.