Thomas Ford Lytle

Tom was born on June 1, 1933 to the late Astrid and Ford Lytle. Tom is survived by his daughter and son in law, Anne and Mike Harry, his grandsons, Elliott and Mitchell Harry, his sister, Susan Gilmore and nephew, Ford Gilmore. He was preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and wife of 62 years, Helene Kellogg as well as his grandson, Daniel Harry. Tom graduated from Sacramento High School and the California Maritime Academy. He served in the US Navy as navigator on the USS Vega. Tom graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law. He practiced law in Sacramento for over 50 years representing deserving people including many injured workers for whom he had a special affection, having been the grandson of a blacksmith from Sweden. In addition to many typical professional associations, Tom was a proud member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Tom enjoyed music, photography and sports, but his passion was golf. He was a long time member of Valley Hi Country Club where he was a two time club champion, senior champion and club president. Tom was a generous, endearing and humble soul with a sharp intellect and keen sense of humor. His classic stories will be fondly remembered by all. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the CCHAT Center Sacramento, 11100 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 11:00am at Valley Hi Country Club, 9595 Franklin Boulevard, Elk Grove, CA 95758.