Lee Spector

July 28, 1947 - March 10, 2021

Lee Carl Spector, age 73, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Lee is survived by his wife and best friend, Dr. Adrienne Perlman; his three step-sons, Bradley Levi (Hope Levi), Scott Levi (Karen Spierling), and Gregory Levi (Ivy Levi); six beloved grandchildren, Jessica, Madeleine, Abigail, Elan, Charlotte, and Lilly; three great-grandchildren, Owyn, Kallie, and Charlie; and brothers Robert (Caroline Spector) and Murray (Caroline Spector). Lee was born July 28, 1947 in Appleton, Wisconsin to Nathan and Bernice Spector. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a B.A. in Economics, and continued his academic pursuits at the University of Iowa, earning both a Master’s Degree and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics. In 1985 Lee began his teaching career at Ball State University’s Miller College of Business in Muncie, Indiana. For 35 years Lee applied his love of teaching and economics, and truly gave of himself with great personal care for his students. Among Lee’s most proud professional achievements was proposing the Miller College Honor’s Program, which began in the 2007-2008 academic year, and occupied a special place in his heart. Lee shared in the joy of his students’ achievements while focusing his research upon macroeconomics, monetary theory, and labor economics. In return for his many contributions to the Miller College of Business and his students, over the years Lee received Ball State’s Best in Service award, Teacher of the Year award, and Researcher of the Year award. Lee’s sincere kindness, warmth, good humor and sharp intellect will be forever celebrated by all of his beloved friends and family, as well as the countless students he so positively influenced over his academic career. Graveside services are scheduled for 10:30 am on Friday, March 12, 2021. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be directed to Ball State University’s Miller College of Business Honors Program, Fund #1229. Online: go to bsu.edu/give · In the dropdown box, scroll down and select “Other” · Another box will appear and that is where you can manually enter Fund 1229 – Miller Business Honors Program (MBHP) · Choose “One-time gift” or “Recurring gift” · Choose dollar amount · Select “Give By Card” Check: Simply include Fund #1229 in the Memo line and mail to: Ball State University Foundation Alumni Center Muncie, IN 47304