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Chun Tam Obituary
AIKEN, SC - Chun Wai Tam, 86, beloved husband of Siu Fung Hung Tam, died
Saturday, March 14, 2015 at his residence.
A native of Canton, China, Chun was the son of the late Yeam and Sui Chun Lee Hom. He immigrated to Columbia, SC in 1973 in order to provide a better opportunity for his family. Mr. Tam was a chef and lived in Columbia until moving to Aiken in April 2014. He was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Columbia.
Survivors, in addition to his wife of 66 years, Siu Fung,
include a daughter, Nancy Hui (James), Apex, NC; five sons, Wing Man Tam (Annette), Raleigh, NC, Henry Tam, MD (Pandora), Aiken, Lawrence Tam (Debbie), Aiken, Peter Tam (Caroline), Aiken and Joey Tam, Newton, NC; thirteen grandchildren, Andrew, Jennifer, Alex, Sabrina, Michelle, Ashley, Matthew, Kevin, Steven, Jessica and Nicolas Tam and Christopher and Jonathan Hui.
The funeral service will be Saturday afternoon, March 21st at 1 o'clock in the Greenlawn Memorial Park (Columbia, SC) Mausoleum Chapel followed by interment.
SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
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Memories and Condolences
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Rusty Ditzler
March 21, 2015
I am sorry to read of your father's death Henry. We will pray for you and your family through this difficult time.
Karla Kaney
March 21, 2015
Lighting a Candle in memory of Mr. Chun Tam, for the enlightenment he gave to his community,Family & Friends.
Karla Kaney
March 21, 2015
Dr. Henry Tam & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss in your family. You favor your Father a great deal. I would have been honored to have known Mr Chun Wai Tam, as I am Honored to know you as my wonderful Primary Physician. Please Know that you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Blessings & Prayers,
Karla M. Kaney (Patient of Henry Tam, MD
March 20, 2015
Was so sorry to hear of Mr. Tam's passing. He, in fact has left a lasting legacy with his family. Please remain strong during this time of bereavement and cherish the memories and values your father has left you. May you find lasting encouragement in this.
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