Mel Tom

Defensive lineman, American football player

1941 – 2006

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Who was Mel Tom?

Melvyn Maile Tom was an American football defensive lineman who played nine seasons in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears. Mel is the father of Logan Tom, member of the 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2012 American Olympic indoor volleyball teams. He died at age 64 of heart failure.

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Born
Aug 4, 1941
Honolulu
Also known as
  • Melvyn Maile Tom
  • Melvyn Tom
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Nationality
  • United States of America
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Education
  • San José State University
Died
Apr 27, 2006
Honolulu

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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