June Lighter Fong was born in Phoenix , AZ, on June 1, 1949. She attended Phoenix Union High School and graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with a teaching degree. After a short stint as a high school teacher, she returned to ASU to complete her degree in accounting.<br><br>Following her becoming a CPA in Phoenix, she moved to Los Angeles. She established her own tax practice which she maintained for over 44 years. She is survived by her husband, Douglas; daughters Kathryn and Diane; grandchildren, Luke, Kaithyn, Russell and Nathan.<div></div><br>