Man Hung Li was born in Taishan China in 1950 to Cok Yien Lee and Gug Quio Lee-Chi. He moved to Hong Kong and then to America and worked as a restaurateur. His passions included cooking, gardening, and playing with his grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Sue Yien Lee, his three sons, Brandon, Nathan, Kevin, and grandchildren, Vera, Kira, and Bodhi.