It’s difficult to capture a lifetime of service in one tribute, but worthy of a summary.

Tom was born on May 5, 1947 in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late Robert J. Hannon Sr. and Agnes Donohue Hannon.

He married the love of his life, Dorothy Reese, Dec. 17, 1966. Together they raised four daughters. The name that he loved the most to be called was Papa, adored by his 12 grandchildren. His family was his world, but the inspiration of God guided him to try with his utmost wisdom to better the lives of those around him. He was inspired by John F. Kennedy to give back to the country that he loved. 

He loved the Village of McDonald and often made the comment that the Village raised him. He was a student at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church School through the eighth grade before attending McDonald High School, where he was so happy to have the same days off as his friends and could spend time with them during school and holiday days off. He was a great all-around athlete, but his passion was basketball. He received many awards and honors on the McDonald Basketball team. He was awarded a scholarship to the University of Maryland and was there for a while before realizing he missed his hometown too much to stay there. 

Tom began his six decades of public service to the Village of McDonald when he became the recreational director for the village in 1966. In that capacity, he instituted the girls recreational softball league. He worked at McDonald Steel for less than one year, then joined the crew at City Loan in Warren before finding his true calling as a financial planner. 

He credits his mentor, Warren C. Gregory, a devout Catholic, for changing his life and guiding him to becoming a successful businessman and public servant. He had a burning desire to be the best at everything he did. In addition to his Hannon & Associates Financial Services office in Austintown, Ohio, Tom had managerial oversight over offices in West Virgina, Pennsylvania, and five other offices in Ohio. He managed other firms since 1978 and his office was in the top 50 nationwide for many years. 

He was a mentor to many financial advisors. He earned numerous financial designations, including being a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) for more than 40 years, and was securities licensed in 38 states. He was a highly regarded Managing Executive and revered by many in the financial industry. He treated his clients as family, they trusted him implicitly, and he was willing to help anyone. The number of people he came to know, advise and mentor is incalculable. 

He often said, "it's not what you gather, it's what you scatter" and he lived that mantra in every aspect of his life, including being a public servant. 

Tom served in elected positions of McDonald Village Council and Mayor of the Village from 1973 to 1998. He led the creation of the baseball fields and concession stand. He led the refurbishment of Woodland Park, including the Copham Memorial Gazebo. One of his most innovative accomplishments was the Woodland Park Retirement Complex in the center of the Village, home to many retirees. 

In his mayoral term he served several years on the Executive Financial Committee for EDATA, which is the clearing house for all Issue 2 money. He also served on three different committees for Trumbull County: Chairman of the Local Government Funding Committee, the Sales Tax Committee, and the 911 Formulation Committee.

Never one to waste a moment of energy, his desire to help the Village and a burning desire to “leave the pile higher” led him back to serving on the McDonald Board of Education. He stepped up to fill a vacated seat and was elected in 2015 and helped the district form a concrete financial plan. He shared his visionary leadership and was known as the “task master”, spearheading the new Athletic Complex, where all students and athletes and fans to enjoy. 

Tom could not hide in a crowd, whether he was wearing a McDonald Blue Devils T-shirt or a business suit. He was seen and heard in local gymnasiums, stadiums, ball fields, tennis courts and auditoriums supporting not only his family, but other kids in the school district. He said his family is his greatest wealth and joy. He thanked God for his blessings every day. 

Tom is survived by his wife, Dorothy; his daughters Stacy Foster (Scott); Lori Costantino (Greg); Jacqueline Rasile (Jeffrey); and Kellie Bundy (Bill); Grandchildren Jacob Foster (Riqui); Kellsie Hanna (Tyler); Sophia Costantino, Gregory Costantino, Gianna Costantino, Thomas Hannon Costantino, Bethany Rasile, Zachary Rasile, Maria Rasile, Grace Bundy, Emma Bundy, William Bundy; and great grandson Jerrett Thomas Foster. Great granddaughter Sutton Hanna arrived after his passing.

He is survived by four siblings, Joanne Radabaugh of McDonald, Kathleen Hannon of McDonald, Jane Tock of Cleveland, and Jean McBride of Boardman.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Evelyn Hannon, and brother, Rev. Robert J Hannon, Jr.