2 Longtime Community Leaders Mourned In Hatboro-Horsham

HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — The Hatboro and Horsham communities are mourning the loss of two longtime volunteers.

Joseph A. "Joe" Wade passed away at the age of 74, Horsham ChATs announced on Monday.

Meanwhile, the Borough of Hatboro announced the passing of long-time volunteer James "Jim" Maccaroni.

Wade's diverse professional career was defined by his entrepreneurial spirit and keen fidelity," Horsham ChATs said.

Beginning as a stockboy, he rose over time to become a purchaser at A & P Grocery; he later served in the federal government as an agent with the U.S. Department of Agriculture before finding his true calling after he left the U.S.D.A. when he broke ground by running the first MetLife financial planning office in the Philadelphia area.

Wade recently brought on his son and nephew to help serve trade unions, municipal workers, first responders, and routinely volunteered their time and expertise to provide information sessions to veterans and the elderly.

"Always looking ahead, Joe was actively preparing to launch Wade Advisory to provide active portfolio management, but he leaves behind an enduring legacy of innovation and care. We got to know Joe during his service to Horsham on the Police Pension Board," Horsham ChATs said.

Maccaroni was a resident of Hatboro for over 50 years and volunteering for his community was one of his favorite pastimes, borough officials said.

Over the years, he served on the Borough's Environmental Advisory Council, assisted with the Pennypack/Events Committee, and as a member of the Friends of Cressbrook organization.

Maccaroni also volunteered with the Millbrook Society and the Union Library of Hatboro for many years.

"Jim's passion for volunteering was driven by his love and adoration for Hatboro, and we are so grateful for everything he has done for our town," officials said. "His service to our community made a lasting impact and created a legacy that will live on for years to come."