Tom worked for General Dynamics and also served four years in the US Naval Reserve. He went on to work at Highland and Strong Memorial Hospitals, and the private jet company, Page Avjet and to lead a career in real estate sales. Tom had a special place in his heart for the Adirondack mountains where he built a cottage near Old Forge, NY with the help of many friends and family. He served as President and was a 40 year member of the Penfield, NY Rotary club.