Kendra Leighanne Beni Yao Moore. She was a beautiful young lady, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend to many. Her smile, bright and cheery personality and kindness swayed many, and many loved her dearly. She left our lives too soon at the age of 25.

She was born in Chongqing, China on October 25, 1999. She came into our lives at a wonderful time. She resided in Humboldt County, Northern California. She spent her childhood in Rio Dell and lived independently in Eureka.

Growing up, she loved to hang out with friends and play video games and read. She was a very smart lady. In elementary school she served as valedictorian and was very well-liked by teachers, friends and staff alike. Both in elementary and high school she always kept her straight-A’s. She graduated from Fortuna High School in 2018.

She loved her English Bulldog Stella. Her first dog was an English Bulldog named Jasmine whom she loved dearly.

She was a hard worker at anything in life she set her sights on. She was loved at her job, at Costco, and had many customers who found her endearing.

She died on July 21, 2025 in a vehicle accident in Eureka.

Dear Kendra Leighanne Beni Yao Moore, a daughter, a Mei Mei, a best friend — you were truly loved.

She is survived by her parents, Daniel and Janie Moore and her Jie Jie, Kaileigh Moore of Rio Dell. She is with the Lord now, being taken care of.

Written by Kaileigh Moore, her Jie Jie.