Lasting Memories

Peter Hom
1931-Oct. 3, 2013
Palo Alto, California

Peter Hom, of Palo Alto, passed away on Oct. 3, 2013 with his family by his side. He was 82. Peter was a wonderful husband and loving father with a genuine and generous heart. Peter was married to Gloria, who survives him. They lived happily in Palo Alto and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year.

Peter practiced law for almost 40 years in Santa Clara County where he was one of the first Chinese attorneys and was a source of guidance and wisdom to his clients. He was an avid fisherman, card player and sports fan. He loved spending time with family and friends, traveling the world, and harvesting the fruit trees in his backyard. He was an active member of the First Congregational Church of Palo Alto where he enjoyed the community and the music.

Peter was born in Menlo Park. He received a B.S. degree in accounting from U.C. Berkeley. After serving in the US Army in the Korean War, Peter went to law school and received a J.D. from University of the Pacific, McGeorge Law School. He is survived by his three daughters: Patricia Hoo and Jennifer Lai of Menlo Park and Leslie Hom of San Francisco. Peter is also survived by his five grandchildren: Elizabeth, Peter, Timothy, Gloria Paige and Samantha. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation be made to the First Congregational Church in Palo Alto. A memorial service celebrating Peter?s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 19 at the First Congregational Church in Palo Alto.