Thomas "Tom" P. Mccarthy

Thomas "Tom" P. McCarthy, 73, of Manchester, Md, passed away on October 22, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Chelsea, MA, on December 30, 1948, son of the late Thomas W. and Maude "Marie" McCarthy. He is survived by his loving wife, Catherine, his daughters, Christine, Mary, and Meghan, as well as several grandchildren and great-children.

Tom served in the U.S. Air Force from 1970 to his honorable discharge on Veteran's day 1974. He graduated with his degree in Respiratory Care from Prince George's Community College in 1978. He proceeded to use his experience as an Air Force Medic and Respiratory Care expertise to serve many patients and mentor many Respiratory Therapists throughout his career.

He played a key role in drafting and passing legislation to obtain licensure for Respiratory Care Practitioners in the state of Maryland and remains a pillar in the Respiratory Community.

The family will accept visitors on Thursday, October 27, at Eckhardt Funeral Chapel in Manchester, Md from 3-5 P.M. and 7-9 P.M. A private service will be held on Friday 10/28.

Donations can be made in memory of Tom to the Vietnam Veterans Association.