Maraschi left for the United States soon thereafter, and he completed a theology degree at Georgetown University before becoming a member of its faculty.

Upon arrival, he served as an assistant pastor for both the parishes of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Patrick's while planning the establishment of a Jesuit church and school in the city.

During the early years, Father Maraschi served as not only the church's pastor but also the college's president and treasurer, as well as an instructor in Latin, Greek, and Spanish.

Anthony Maraschi died in San Francisco in 1897 and was buried in Mission Santa Clara's cemetery.

A plaque on the front of the base reads: The sculpture was commissioned by a businessman named Constantine Raise.