Wai Yan Leamon was born in British Hong Kong. From birth her mother was unable to care for her, so she lived in a children’s home in Hong Kong. When she was 10 years old, she was adopted by Richard and Sue Leamon and came to join her new sister and brother, Heather and Forrest, in rural Potter Valley, California. She quickly adapted to country life raising and showing animals in 4-H and playing soccer and baseball. She graduated from Potter Valley Elementary School and Ukiah High School. She also attended Mendocino Community College, where she studied history and anthropology.
Although she had a playful and sweet demeanor, most of her adult life was eclipsed by mental illness. Cancer took her life in Eureka.
Wai is survived by her mother Sue Leamon and her sister Heather Glaser (Ben), her niece Rayah and nephews William (Antonia), Alan, Andrew and Luke Leamon. She was predeceased by her father Richard and brother Forrest Leamon (Ana). A private family graveside service is pending.
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