Beldon Yee Obituary

Beldon John Yee San Bruno, CA Dec 2, 1952 - Oct 10, 2010 Beldon left us far too soon, doing what he loved. He was born to Elaine and Johnny Yee in San Francisco, graduating in 1971 from El Camino High School. He then obtained his Certified Shorthand Reporter license and began a career with the San Francisco Superior Courts which spanned more than thirty years. He was an avid Wing Chun practitioner, health enthusiast and abalone diver for over thirty years. Beldon is survived by his loving wife, Bernadette Morozumi Yee; daughter Lauren Michelle Yee of San Bruno; parents Johnny and Elaine Yee of South San Francisco; sister Leinaala Gray and nephew Jason Kirby of Dublin; brother Jonathan Yee of Belmont; nephews Adam Bialik, Mark and William Morozumi, Brad Minster; niece Ellen Bialik; aunts, uncles and cousins; and the cats he dearly loved, Sebastian and Lucy. Friends are invited to Beldon's celebration of life on Sunday, October 17th at 11am at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 West Lake Avenue, Daly City, CA. Casual attire is optional. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Beldon's name be made to the San Francisco SPCA or to individual favorite charities.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Beldon Yee

12 Entries

Denny Weaver-Bruno

October 23, 2018

Beldon and I were classmates from El Rancho Grammar School thru El Camino High school. He was always fun and kind. My fondest memory was our Grad-night at the bowling alley dancing on the alley. He sure danced his heart out! I was searching for him on FB and came across a posting of his passing. I am so very sad to learn of his passing. Sleep in Peace my friend.... we will see one another again and maybe dance like crazies again. Blessings

Kathy Kollehner

October 31, 2010

I worked with Beldon in San Francisco Superior Court as a pro tem court reporter. He was extremely helpful to me and the most kind of all the court reporters. I still can't believe he is gone. He will be greatly missed. There will never be another Beldon. He truly loved his wife and daughter.

Jeff Monkman

October 23, 2010

I heard of Beldon's passing from my brother Mark after he had read the newspaper. He was my next door neighbor up through my teen years and was a thoughtful, fun friend. I remember that he was an avid aikido practitioner with excellent hand/eye coordination. From there to other martial arts, court reporting and abalone diving, he seems to have followed his calling. Beldon, that's a life we all want.

Our condolences to his family and from me to his sister, Lei, who was my classmate then.

Nicole Balian Papageorge

October 18, 2010

Beldon, you were a great friend to my Dad, having worked with him over 29 years as Court Reporters together, and although I did not have the pleasure to get to know you as well as he did, I got to know you through him - he always spoke fondly of you, your family and often. My husband's godmother, a retired court reporter, even remembered you from years ago and hearing about your lovely family. We pray for your family to be strengthened in this time of loss. Beldon, you will be missed by many and fondly remembered always.

October 15, 2010

Beldon you will be missed by all who have worked with you here at the Hall of Justice! It was great knowing you. Hope you are cruising the other world in your "R20". Godspeed from a fellow diver and a VW enthusiest.

Trina Ayala-Cordini

October 15, 2010

My deepest symapathies to the Yee family. I had the pleasure of working with Beldon for a few years while at SF Superior Court. He was always very helpful to me whenever I needed it, more than willing to share his knowledge.
More importantly, he had such a calming, gentle and kind presence. He was very laid back and great to talk with. He always had wonderful things to say about his family and had their pictures on his desk, as well as pictures of the cats.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.

October 15, 2010

We will always remember how much we enjoyed our vacation together with Beldon and Bernie in Vegas. Also the fun we had bowling with him in the leagues every week. (Ernie and Irene Lum)

Lewis Wohlmuth

October 15, 2010

I only knew Beldon for about two years.We meet when I was thinking about purchasing a piece of exercise equipment. We started talking about martial arts, since we both had knowledge of the subject. He started training me in Wung chun. I liked it so much he introduced me to his school. He was a very nice man and I will miss him very much.
My sincerest condolencse to the Yee family.
Lewis Wohlmuth and Family

October 15, 2010

Beldon was an extremely hard working and professional court reporter. I know that he worked through his lunch and breaks many times for the sake of the court. It is a shame that he died so young, and before he could enjoy his well deserved retirement. Beldon, we miss you and hold you in our memories. Your life was a blessing to your family, your co-workers and your beloved cats. Rest in peace, dear friend.

Chris Doyle

October 15, 2010

Mr. Yee's "In Memory" announcment jumped out at me this morning. He and I were both born on almost the same date. I was born Dec. 20 1952. And I was a abalone diver from 1967 to 2008,around 40 years. I am sure that with the years he dove that he was very careful and respectfull of the oceans power. I am so sorry to lose a fellow diver. My sincerest wishes of needed strength for the family. Chris Doyle

October 15, 2010

Sincerest conldolences to you and your loved ones

John Stokes

Sylvia Tam

October 15, 2010

I am sorry to hear his passing. Eventhough I only worked with Beldon for only a few times, he was very nice to me. It is still a shock to hear him gone. May him rest in peace in the grace of God.

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