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Bao Lam Obituary
1956-2018
Bao K. Lam first moved Houston in 1977. He was taken from the world on January 11, 2018. He was born on May 15, 1956 in Vientiane, Laos, to parents Lam Yu Tang and Lam Leu Chai Lieng, brother to Pat, Vivi, Calvin, Lily, Nira and Tony
Bao immigrated to America in 1972 where he graduated from Bellflower High School and then attended Cerritos City College and mechanic school. He began working as a mechanic then went on to work day and night as a electrician for Houston Lighting and Power. He achieved the American dream through hard work and dedication. He eventually became a successful entrepreneur who owned Subways and properties.
Bao was a caring friend to many, a loving brother, and above all else a fun loving father who provided nothing but the best for his two children. His children looked up to Bao as their role model and they admired him as their hero. He was always there to offer a helping hand. Bao will be remembered for his sense of humor and generous nature. He will be missed beyond words. He is survived by his daughter Michelle and his son Richard.
His funeral will be held on Sunday, January 28th, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Winford Funeral Homes, 8588 Breen Road, Houston, Tx 77064.
If guests would like, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the 100 club (www.100club.org), American Bodhi Center (www.americanbodhicenter.org) or Texas Buddhist Association (www.jadebuddha.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Bao Lam
Chuck Nance
January 19, 2024
As sad as I was to see this reminder today, I relish any opportunity to speak of my friends and employers (in my teenage years), Bao and Jenny Lam. I loved them, and they, me. Two more wonderful souls and examples I could never have asked to have in my life in those years. The world is a darker place without them in it. However, that means heaven is that much brighter.
January 29, 2018
Such a tragedy. God's peace to you both.
January 29, 2018
We have served as property tax consultants for Bao Lam for several years. Mr Lam visited our offices in 2017 and we were shocked as was everyone that knew and loved him. Please accept our deepest condolences; and, know that your father and mother live on through you and will remain with us as long as you and your sister remain.
Dennis Woodward
at Roberts Tax Appeals
Cristina Sanchez
January 28, 2018
Mr. Lam,
I can't thank you enough for the times you always stopped by the office to bring me lunch,or made sure I was ok & asked if I needed anything. Thank you for keeping me stocked up on my favorite drink & chips it was very much appreciated! You & Mrs. Lam were the sweetest people I met. I was blessed to have y'all in my life. You had a heart of gold. May your soul rest in peace- Cristina
Jennifer Elliott
January 27, 2018
All of us at AIM Realty love Mr. Lam. A very sweet person who was willing to help those in need. He will be missed dearly.
Prayers for family and friends.
M Beverly
January 26, 2018
Mr. Bao Lam and my father, Earl Beverly, have been friends for over 30 years. They met and worked together at Houston Lighting and Power in the 1980s. As a child, I remember frequenting Mr. Lam's Marble Slab Creamery and Subway stores with my dad. I'm so sorry to hear about this tragedy that has taken the lives of Mr. Lam and his wife, Jenny who were very hardworking, loving people. I pray that God provides comfort to their family especially their children during this difficult time.
A. L.
January 25, 2018
May the bereaved family be comforted by looking forward to the promise recorded at John 6:40, pertaining to the dear loved one asleep in death.
Chuck Nance
January 25, 2018
When I was 15.5 years old, I got my first job with Bao and his wife Jenny Lam. Until I left for college at 18, I worked at/managed their Marble Slab Creamery franchises. I've been searching for a word to describe them...and the one that keeps coming to mind is, lovely.
They were lovely people.
Over the years (although not often enough), when I would come home to Houston to see family, I would stop by to visit them. First, it was just me. Later, I brought my wife by to meet these people whose approval always meant so much. And the last time, I had the pleasure of introducing them to my son.
While I'm on the subject of family, I feel it's important to say something about Bao and Jenny's kids: Michelle and Richard. When last I saw them, they were small children. The adults they've become? I just know Bao and Jenny had to be so proud-though, they always were. Richard, Michelle, if you are reading this, I want you to know that as long as I knew them (and you), the sun rose and set in their world with you. Never were your names brought up that smiles did not accompany. Never did your grandparents bring you into the store to see them that their eyes didn't light up at your presence.
They were lovely people.
And it was not just me that Bao and Jenny were gracious toward. My parents and the Lams did their banking at the same establishment. From time to time they would run into each other, and NEVER did an occassion as this arise that either of them didn't make the effort to speak to my father and mother. I was a former employee that had not been a part of their lives for almost 30 years, yet Bao and Jenny made the effort to maintain a relationship with my parents. Dad always would tell me about these meetings, and every time, it made his day.
They were lovely people.
The circumstances of their passing has broken my heart, and shaken my soul. I doubt I'll ever get over it-nor do I think I want to. However, I've decided to deal with it as I think Bao and Jenny would wish. Paraphrasing Dr. Seuss, when thinking of them, rather than cry because they're gone, I choose to smile because of the people they were and impact on my life they made, when they were here.
They were lovely people.
Becky King
January 25, 2018
In loving memory. I met Mr. Lam through my job at Aim Realty. He always had a smile on his face and was so kind. May god bless all family and friends during this difficult time.
January 25, 2018
My condolences to family and friends. May the God of all comfort give you peace during this time.
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