Tom is survived by his best friend and beloved wife, Shoma. Tom and Shoma shared a bond built on deep affection, mutual respect, and a quiet joy that touched everyone around them.
Tom is also survived by his parents, Dr. Richard M. Trask and Barbara Keating, his sister Mary Trask and her husband Mark McKnight, his brother Danny Trask, and eight cherished nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Trask, who passed away in 2024.
Tom was an honors student at Bishop Walsh High School in Cumberland, Maryland, where he also stood out as an all-star football player. A gifted athlete, he excelled not only on the football field but also in track and field, basketball, and baseball. Tom went on to earn his B.A. in Economics from North Carolina State University in 1988, and his law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1991.
Tom began his legal career with the firms of Dennis, Corry & Porter and Parks, Chesin & Walbert, where he quickly established himself as a principled and effective advocate. Eventually, he founded his own practice — The Trask Law Firm — where he built a distinguished career as a trial attorney, earning the deep respect of his colleagues and clients alike. He practiced law with the same quiet conviction that defined his character — always prepared, always principled, and always deeply committed to justice. More than anything, Tom cared about people. He believed in standing up for those who needed a voice, and he treated his clients not as cases, but as human beings deserving of care, dignity, and tireless advocacy.
Tom enjoyed attending legal conferences with friends and colleagues, blending professional passion with lasting personal connections. Tom’s happiness was defined by his appreciation for the simpler things in life. Some of his favorite moments were spent working on the beach with his laptop and cooler at his side, watching football from his favorite chair beside a crackling fire and sharing a bowl of chicken tortilla soup at Houston’s with Shoma.
Tom was a man of quiet strength, unwavering kindness, and deep devotion to his family and friends. He lived with humility and grace, offering steady support and gentle wisdom to those around him. His sense of humor was perfectly timed, and his presence brought comfort without the need for many words. With a dry wit and a calming demeanor, Tom made life better not through grand gestures but through countless small acts of love and decency. Whether through a thoughtful conversation or a silent show of support, Tom was always there — listening, helping, and never seeking the spotlight.
Tom is deeply loved and will be forever missed.
A funeral mass will be held to celebrate his life at 10:00am on Monday, July 14 in the sanctuary at the Cathedral of Christ the King. A reception will immediately following in Kenny Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages acts of kindness or consider a gift to Christ the King— a tribute that would reflect Tom’s generous spirit.
