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Edwin Yau Fook Leong Jr.

Edwin Yau Fook Leong Jr. obituary

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Edwin Leong Obituary

EDWIN YAU FOOK LEONG, JR. Edwin was born in Honolulu on March 10, 1926 to Edwin and Rena Leong. He shared a joyful and close-knit childhood in Liliha with his siblings Edna, Reynold, And Iris. Eddie and his family also spent time in Mo'ili'ili before settling with his wife Nancy in Manoa Valley to raise their family over sixty years ago. Eddie graduated from McKinley High School, and enlisted in the United States Army in 1946, voluntarily serving overseas in Yokohama, Japan, and on Wake Island, and was honorably discharged achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. After leaving the Army, he had a short stint with American Electric prior to his thirty-eight year career at Hawaiian Tel. Family came first for Eddie, followed by the care and upkeep of his home, tending to family rental properties, and serving his community. He was a member of the East Manoa Lions Club, and was also involved in the founding of Manoa Little League Baseball and the Manoa Youth Basketball League. His hobbies included serving up curveballs and sliders as a pitcher in the Manoa Makule League Softball, and in his later years, enjoying his grandchildren, and chasing birdies at Ala Wai Golf Course. Edwin was a devoted husband and father, always expecting the best of those around him. His gentle but firm hand, casual smile, humble nature, and giving spirit will be forever etched in our hearts and minds. He is survived by his loving family- sisters Edna Wong, Iris Chang; sons Robin (Gail), Jay, Kent (Jaylene), David (Kara), Mark (Breige); grandchildren, Micah, Danielle, Tarin (Marcus), Caitlin, Brandon and Thalia. Visitation at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Service begins at 6 p.m. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Jul. 6, 2025.

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Curtis Tanaka

July 6, 2025

Deepest sympathies to the Leong family. I'll miss Uncle Eddie dearly and always remember his kindness and wisdom.

Irene Tanaka

July 6, 2025

My heart felt condolences. Uncle Ed was always warm and welcoming. I always loved to listen to his stories.

Darryl Tanaka

July 6, 2025

So sorry to hear about your loss. Darryl

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