Some could argue that sibling birth order has much to do with defining a person’s character, and for Tom Maroney, the oldest of five siblings – taking the lead is certainly something he’s honorably done throughout his life.

As Hospice’s Chief Financial Officer for over fifteen years, Tom has diligently taken the lead and worked tirelessly to ensure a strong financial base for the future of the Agency.  To attest to this fact, although COVID-19 strongly impacted our fundraising efforts, the financial foundation of which he has helped work to build, remained steady and Hospice continued with its mission, ultimately serving more patients in those two years than ever before.

Tom will be retiring this May after 24 years of supporting the Hospice mission.  The most rewarding part for Tom after all of these years is, “having had the pleasure to work with and for hundreds of people who care, and give of themselves, all to help others in need of end-of-life care and support.” “I am proud to tell everyone that has complimented Hospice’s work, that my job was to try to make sure that the people that do the real work – direct care and administrative staff – were happy”, says Tom.

When asked what he considered his prize accomplishments throughout his career with Hospice, he shared, “Hospice has served an estimated 30,000 patients since I have been here. This includes my mother, close friends, co-workers, and other wonderful people.”

Although his expertise, quick wit, great sense of humor, historical knowledge, and friendly demeanor will be missed in the office, we are thrilled for him and his wife of 33 years, Trish, to enjoy retirement. Together, they plan to travel, play some (more) golf, and enjoy their grandchild, and future grandchildren.  Tom also looks forward to having free time to volunteer in his community and be available to care for family members as needed.

Tom works hard at everything he does. It all started with his paper route, treasurer of his grammar school bowling league, then on to stock boy, and eventually getting into, and graduating from LeMoyne College where he majored in Accounting. Tom was able to earn his CPA license and eventually become our treasured co-worker and Agency leader.

Tom’s beloved mother used to say, “If you cannot say something nice, don’t say it.” We truly could not say enough about Tom Maroney.

We wish you an abundance of happiness in your retirement, Tom, and we thank you for the legacy you have helped to create in ensuring Hospice remains available to our community for years to come.

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