Memories of Jared James Fon Yau Keli'ikuikahi Lee

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Jared James Fon Yau Keli'ikuikahi Lee

Irvine, CA

April 8, 1998 - August 14, 2023

Apr 8, 1998 - Aug 14, 2023

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Jeanne Fuller

2023, Int'l. Ombuds Assoc Conference in Seattle, WA

UC Ombuds Dinner at Hatch Cantina — with Jared's ombuds colleagues from University of CA and Cal State

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Stacy Rouse

Roger Lee

Lindsey Ensor

Alicia Booker

Ellen Miller

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Marcia Gee Riley

Ronee Robertson

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Marcia Gee Riley

My heart goes out to the entire Lee family for your tremendous loss! Jared was a beautiful human being who clearly came from a place of love. I am grateful for the time we spent and conversations that we shared and the opportunity to have known him.

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Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Alicia Booker

Ellen Miller

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Naomi Copeland

Marcia Gee Riley

2022, Asilomar Hotel and Conference Grounds, Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, USA

CAL CAUCUS 2022 — with the Cal Caucus Family

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Laurel Gordon

Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Lindsey Ensor

Alicia Booker

Ellen Miller

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Ronee Robertson

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Bill Parker

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Marcia Gee Riley

Jared was an integral part of the planning committee for this very special annual gathering of ombuds from... Read more Jared was an integral part of the planning committee for this very special annual gathering of ombuds from across the country/world.... Read more Jared was an integral part of the planning committee... Read more

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Chanelle Reese

I'm so sorry for the loss of Jared. My condolences to the Lee family. I'll always think of him whenever I have the opportunity to visit Asilomar. The conversations we had as fellow Ombuds while enjoying the scenic view of the beach will be memories that will be everlasting. Such a kindhearted person who genuinely cared about others.

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Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Alicia Booker

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Sara Barton

Jared was a beloved student at Pepperdine. My prayers are with family and friends.

"The Lord is near the brokenhearted." (Psalm 34:18)

Sincerely,

Chaplain Barton

Pepperdine University

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Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Julie Lynn

Thoughts, prayers and love… Jared was an extraordinary young man and will always live in our hearts!

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Carolina Borjas

Jared was always so optimistic and always knew how to make anyone smile. He used to always stop by the International Programs office and spark conversation. Truly one of the kindest souls out there. Sending all my love to his family.

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Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Kaci Courtright

Jared was the kindest soul I’d ever met. We studied abroad together and shared a lot of classes at Pepperdine; we even tried to start a club which unfortunately never took off. He embodied Christ in everything he did - you could sense he genuinely put others above himself, which is why he was a great mediator. The world lost a wonderful person. It breaks my heart because we needed more of him, but God called him home. So incredibly sorry for your loss.

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Caroline King

Jared was a true light in any situation. He had a heart big enough for everyone that he came in contact with and always went out of his way to make sure that everyone felt included. I will never forget my memories with Jared and will forever push myself to live like Jared and shine positively in as many situations as possible. My deepest condolences to the Lee family, there will always be a massive hole in my heart and am deeply saddened by his passing.

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Ike Egwuonwu

My condolences to the Lee family. This is heartbreaking news to hear and I wish I kept in better touch with Jared. I studied abroad with Jared during our time at Pepperdine and he was truly a positive light in our group. Always being outdoors and ready for the next adventure. Always with a full smile and a source of joy and laughter. Being the mediator in the midst of conflict. I’m praying for you all, much love. Rest in peace 🙏🏾

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Ike Egwuonwu

2018, Shanghai, China

Jared and Pepperdine Study Abroad Group Karaoke Night

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Roger Lee

Stacy Rouse

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Ronee Robertson

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Brett Hathaway Harris

So deeply sorry for your loss. Jared was such a kind, thoughtful, dedicated colleague in the ombuds field and in our committee. He stepped into a leadership role and so willingly gave his time, effort, and skill, just as it sounds like he did for many other organizations and causes. In his time as an ombuds, he left an impact - both from his efforts and also for who he was as a person. He will be missed.

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Laurel Gordon

Roger Lee

Alicia Booker

Daniela Brancaforte

Heidi Stensby

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

David Burg

Sincere condolences to the Lee family on your impossible to imagine loss. Will remember Jared for his constant big smile on the pickleball courts. May his memory be a blessing.

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Marcia Chun

I will always be thankful for knowing Jared. He is the epitome of a fine Human being, ...thoughtful, kind, considerate, intelligent, good looking, hard working, funny....all the characteristics you want in a person...but rarely does one person possess them all. Truly, a devastating loss.

My prayers are with Aunty Gladys, Roger, Michele & Lee family.

He is our angel now, and always with us.

Marcia Chun

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Ela Reithmayr

Jared was an amazing friend and coworker in outdoor recreation at Pepperdine. We shared many of the same values and challenged each other greatly both physically and mentally. I knew Jared would be a person to go far and he pursued everything with his entire heart. I will miss his enthusiasm and determined spirit, but mostly, I will miss how safe of a space he was to confide in. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Susan Schmidt

So sorry for your loss!! I can’t imagine the pain you’re feeling right now!! Jared was an amazing young man and was taken from this earth way too soon. May he rest in peace ❤️

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Roger Lee

Daniela Brancaforte

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Bill Parker

Jimmy Dang

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and lots of love to go through this time.

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Roger Lee

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Stephanie Watts

Sending our love, thoughts and prayers to you both and your family at this most difficult time.

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Roger Lee

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Ada Cowan

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family.❤️

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Roger Lee

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Jose Luis Recoder

I can’t imagine the internal pain you are going through and although nothing can be done to minimize that pain, received my most sincere condolences, my thoughts are with you and my prayers for Jared.

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Roger Lee

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Michelle Lee

Laurel Gordon

I am heartbroken by the news of Jared's passing. I worked with him on the IOA DEIB Committee as well, like my colleague Heidi Stensby. At the IOA Conference in April, Jared attended dinner with our Committee, and he and I met multiple times afterwards to transfer Committee Secretary duties and for him to interview me for the IOA book chapter he was working on. Jared struck me immediately - as I'm sure he does everyone - as someone incredibly kind, centered, intelligent, interesting, quietly courageous, and determined to contribute and further the causes he cared about. He was a rising star in the ombuds profession and will leave a giant hole in his wake. My deepest, deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Jared.

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Heidi Stensby

Roger Lee

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Michelle Lee

Heidi Stensby

To Jared's family and vast circle of loved ones - I'm so sorry for this painful loss of your dear Jared. I was fortunate to work with him on the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Committee in the International Ombuds Association, and can attest to his mediation talent you shared. My thoughts will remain with your family in the weeks and months ahead. May your circle of support embrace you in healing ways. And may those trees Jared planted continue to reflect his rich legacy for years to come. Ho'omaluhia.

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Roger Lee

Laurel Gordon

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Lori Stepanek

Roger Lee

2016, Pleasanton, CA, USA

Outdoor Racquetball Championships - Not only was Jared willing to play doubles in this grueling tournament with his old Dad, but he was also willing to wear matching shirts! Always a “gamer” and always willing to sacrifice for another. — with Roger Lee

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Ada Cowan

Roger Lee

Sharayla Cleare

Michaela Lee

Roger Lee

Ronee Robertson

Lori Stepanek

Naomi Copeland

Diana Malone

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Ken McLellan

Always loved to hear about Jared’s accomplishments through Jared’s dad Roger, often during a light moment... Read more Always loved to hear about Jared’s accomplishments through Jared’s dad Roger, often during a light moment at work. Jared’s parents... Read more Always loved to hear about Jared’s accomplishments ... Read more