 | | | March 24, 1933 - Aug. 28, 2023 | | | | | | Kenneth M.S. Tom departed this life on the evening of Aug. 28, 2023.
Ken was born on March 24, 1933, in Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii. He graduated from Baldwin High School and attended the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Shortly thereafter, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and, among other things, worked in the up-and-coming computer field. After leaving the Air Force, he continued his education and earned a bachelor's degree from the California State University at Long Beach, and a master's and doctorate degree from UCLA. He worked at UCLA and later, Cal State Long Beach where he ran the school's data processing center. After moving to Moraga, Ken founded TTK Associates, a communications and computer company in business for 30 years.
His leadership and tireless energy manifested itself in his volunteer work with the Moraga Chamber of Commerce. He also volunteered with the local Red Cross, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and was a member of Moraga Kiwanis. In 2008 Ken was recognized as Moraga's Citizen of the Year.
Ken's love of life was infectious. He savored good food and drink, especially from his beloved Hawaiian Islands. He will be missed by all whose lives were touched by his warmth, humor, and heartwarming smile. He will be especially missed by his family in whom he instilled a deep reverence for relationships and hard work.
Ken is survived by his wife Mary, three children - Lani, Karen, Brian - and their spouses, seven grandchildren (four spouses), and one great grandchild with another on the way. |
Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA