Thomas J. Oldfield

North Greece:  Thomas J Oldfield passed away peacefully December 6, 2024 at age 85. He is predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Florence Oldfield; parents in law August and Carmela Mastrella; cherished son Thomas A Oldfield; sister, Kathleen Riley; brothers, William and his wife Nancy (dec) and Daniel.
He is survived by his beloved Rose, wife of 58 years; precious daughter, Julie; brothers, Robert and wife Dorothy Oldfield and Patrick Whittaker; sisters in law, Vickie Oldfield, Marie Simonetti; brother in law, Michael Riley Sr; several nieces and nephews; many friends especially his St Lawrence Church family of friends and  lifelong friends, Nelson Meisenzahl, Jim Reisenger and Fred Tantalo.  Tom was a graduate of St Andrew’s grammar school, Aquinas Institute class of 1957 and Rochester Institute of Technology where he earned the degree Bachelor of Science in Business and a Master degree in Business Administration in 1971.  Tom’s entire career was spent in corporate taxes, holding positions from corporate accounting to manager of state and federal tax audits. He was employed at Champion Products from 1968-1974, Gannett Co Inc from 1974- 1987 and Eastman Kodak Co in the corporate office from 1987-2003.
Tom was a long-time member of the National Association of Accountants, Rochester Chapter, an organization with over 600 members in the 1970s and in 1978 was named Director of Member Attendance. In 1979, he was awarded a certificate of appreciation for his contribution to management accounting by research, developing and writing a technical manuscript.
In 1977, Tom became a member of the Tax Executive Institute. In 2002, he was honored for his 2-time presidency of the TEI Rochester chapter and for 25 years for his service in virtually every capacity at the Chapter level.  Tom began preparing tax returns for family and friends in his home in 1967. He joined H& R Block and in 1972, he received an award for outstanding service in the field of income tax preparation.  He developed a large clientele through word of mouth which necessitated the move to a larger facility on Dewey Avenue. He retired from preparing income taxes in 2020.
Tom was a sports enthusiast his whole life. At age 10, be developed a love for Notre Dame University’s football, influenced by his grandmother who was an ardent fan. He would sit at his grandma’s side and listen to all the games on radio. This love was carried throughout his life. For 40 years, he went to a yearly game at the Notre Dame campus to cheer for his team in person, with his buddies and occasionally with Rose and watched from his recliner at home with a glass of Bailey’s Irish Cream in his hand.
Tom was loyal to his Alma Mater Aquinas Institute, attending every football game to support and cheer for the team. He did this for many years until these last 2years when his health became an issue.  In 1951, Tom began to play little league softball with KPAA COLTS. He spent many years in softball as a player, coach and manager. In the mid 1960s, he managed Skinny’s and J M Forster Bay View majors and won major league championships as manager of Al’s Green Tavern and Champion Products. He won titles managing Gannett, Kodak Corp Co-Ed teams and the Liederkranz Club. In his younger years, he also was a sports writer for the North East Rochester Tribune.
Tom was an avid golfer, played on several leagues and enjoyed leisure golf with Tommy and friends. He enjoyed his role as marshall at the PGA and LPGA golf tournaments. He got to see his favorite pros, such as Tiger Woods.
Tom was a devout Roman Catholic and a loyal  parishioner of St Lawrence Church for 55 years. He volunteered for various activities such as the festivals, canvassed assigned neighborhoods for census taking, helped Rose with her CCD classes and had fun working the garage sales.  He and Rose were asked to help with the initiation of the RCIA program at St Lawrence, to the learn the process of teaching candidates and catechumens who desire to enter the Catholic faith. They then volunteered to be sponsors for 5 years.
Tom was the best husband to Rose and Dad to Julie and Tommy. He was loved and respected by his family members and friends. He made them laugh by his humor and jokes. He enjoyed conversations involving any sport, Notre Dame, Yankees, business, politics, history and current affairs. He had a wealth of knowledge and shared it. Tom will be deeply missed.
 The Oldfield family extends their gratitude and thanks to Dr Jordan Patterson, the nurses and entire team in the Sussman Palliative Care unit at Strong Memorial Hospital. Tom received impeccable care from these very dedicated professionals. Through their tender, loving care they gave him comfort and peace and maintained his dignity. They truly are Angels of Mercy.

Tom’s Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday (January 11, 2025) at 10:00 am at St Lawrence Church, 1000 North Greece Rd. Rochester 14626.
Memorial donations in honor of Tom may be directed to Aquinas Institute 1127 Dewey Avenue Rochester, 14613 or St Lawrence Church 1000 North Greece Road Rochester 14626.