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4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
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Yau Tam Obituary
Born on February 15, 1938 in Canton, China, Tommy Yau Sheung Tam passed away peacefully at home in Sacramento, with his family by his side on August 5, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents Pak Kuen and Kam Yip Tam, brother Yau Chun Tam and sister Chai Wan Li. He is survived by his loving wife Lai Ha and children Danny (Fiona), Doris (Duke), Dickson and Darryl (Sonia). Beloved grandfather of Kayla (Justin), Haley, Toree, Kylie and Thomas.
Family and friends are welcome to the funeral service on August 25, 2025 at 11am, East Lawn Memorial Park chapel, 4300 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA. Burial immediately following service.
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Upcoming Events
Aug
25
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
East Lawn East Sacramento
4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
Send FlowersAug
25
Funeral service
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
East Lawn East Sacramento
4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
Send FlowersAug
25
Burial
12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.
East Lawn East Sacramento
4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819
Send FlowersServices provided by
East Lawn East Sacramento MortuaryOnly 5 days left for delivery to next service.