Daniel McCarthy Obituary

Dear McCarthy Family,
It is with great shock and sorrow that I came across the announcement of Dan's passing. There are some people one doesn't forget. For me one such person is Dan.

As you know, Lily Lake had a magic about it, especially in the 60's. Dan was always great fun and many memories were made. I still have his letters, correspondence made infinitely more interesting with his drawings all over them.

My greatest memory is of Dan and his Dad teaching me to waterski. It was my first and last time up on skis. I certainly gave my Uncle Chester (Bednarz) a run for his money the summer of 1966.

Thanks for the sweet memories, Dan.

Denise

I had'nt been to the Lake much this summer.I always look forward to running into him every year as I have for the past 13 years. I grew up there so I know what Dan liked so much about the place. We spent many hours at the lounge, rafting, golfing and always partying. Anyone that has been around him knows that he was one of a kind. He will be missed by many. I wish I could have spent more days at the lake..... What a great man....

Karen -- I just heard about your loss. There are no words that can express this kind of sadness. Please accept my deep condolences.

With love,

Helene Block Fields

To the McCarthy family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of "Dinty", you are in our prayers. Joe Kearns and family.

To the whole McCarthy family,you have my deepest sympathy.He left way to soon,I cant beleive it.

Dear Gail and the entire McCarthy family,

I just heard from my Mom about Dan's passing. The entire Carroll family sends you our heartfelt sympathy.

I will always remember the wonderful times spent with all of you on Walden Parkway. I pass your house each day on the train on my way home from work and no matter what kind of day I have had, the memories of the wonderful times I shared with your family brings a smile to my face.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

You are one of the most extraordinary families I have ever known and I am sure you will be there for each other in this very difficult time.

All my love,

Patty

Karen, We are deeply sorry for your loss as we know how much you care for your family.I look back as a kid with your Brothers, the Mullins and the Gillespie boys at the lake and those memories will never fade of your family kindness. Bill & MaryAnn

Dear Uncle Dan, Aunt Joanne and all my cousins,

I can't begin to tell you the sorrow I felt when Linda told me that Dan had passed. My heart dropped. I thought of the times of coming to the house in Beverly and the many great times spent together with all us cousins. I'll always remember Dan's warm smile and kind words. And in the saddest of times, please know that we will keep Dan and all of the family in our prayers and that we love you all.

Love,
Ed and Kathy Darling and family

To All The McCarthy Family,
I was deeply saddened by the news of Dan's death. I always felt welcomed by Dan at family gatherings. He was a part of " Hi, how are you? What's new?"
His joie de vivre infected the greeting and I enjoyed being a part of the gathering and sometimes just watching Dan gather people around him.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all and as some one said - he is a part of all that is around you, not gone in spirit. We are all richer for knowing him - hard as trhat is to think of now.

My deepest sympathy to tha family...He was just a nice and caring person.

Tom, I had the pleasure to meet Dan and share a few drinks with him when he visited Dublin. He definitely was "Uncle nice guy". I felt like I'd known him for years, though I'd just met him for the first time. I remember him as a story teller, don't think I've ever laughed so much as that night. I hope you and your family are ok, we're all thinking of you here.

I'm gonna miss Dan. He was not just a cousin, but a best friend and great guy. I'll miss all the games we went to. He made going to Wrigley Field a lot of fun, even though I'm a Sox fan. And all the fun at Lily Lake and going to Cleo's to watch the Hawks games, and at the Christmas parties, too. The day we played golf at my 40th birthday was great with all the brother-in-laws. I'll miss Dan a lot. Cousin Mike Sullivan.

Tom, I am very sorry for your loss. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Nielson

Tom, I am very sorry for your loss. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Nielson

Dan was a true individual, an always-entertaining companion and a good friend to me for more than 20 years. Your beautiful obituary captured him wonderfully. You forgot just one thing: not only Artist, Raconteur, and Font of Knowledge, but also Master Boycotter. Years ago, after Dan had been boycotting Raven's for weeks (over a slight he took very seriously), I was at the bar there when the bartender approached.

In his Irish brogue, he begged me to convince Dan to end his boycott. "Tell him we miss him," the bartender said. "Tell him to come see us again. Please tell Danny Boy to come back."

Now I feel like saying those same words. We miss you. And it'd be so nice, Dan, if you could come back and see us again.

McCarthy and Sullivan families, my heart is with you.
Linnet (Myers) Burden

I was so sorry to hear of Dan's sudden passing. He was a friend from the "Justins" days, and I enjoyed his company tremendously. He was also a gifted artist, and supported me in my artistic endeavors. My heart goes out to Paul Sullivan and Tim McCarthy, whom I also know. I will be sure to make a donation to the Boys & Girls Club in his honor.

August 6, 2009

Jean, Mike and Joey,

My heartflet sympathy is with you in this time of sorrow. You'll now have your own angel watching out for you.

Dear McCarthy Clan,
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. As one of the "little girls" at Lily Lake Danny will always be someone I looked up to. We always admired the "big kids" so much. What great memories were formed in such a simple place. Hold on to them.

Nora Gillespie Kantwill

Karen, I can feel the loved that flows from your family, just reading about "Uncle Nice Guy". Please know that I share in your loss and do feel the pain and loss. Only God knows when we have completed our task on this earth. It just seems all too soon for us. I pray that God will comfort you and your family during this season.

In Sympathy
lovingly

We are so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Our thoughts go to all family members. He will be greatly missed.

Dennis and Melody Silverberg

The most wonderful obit I have ever read. What a wonderful spirit to have in your lives, and to be there ever more filling your hearts with love and watching over you all with his smile from above!

Love to you all.
Laura McDougall (Bridget's little sis)

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

"Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight. I am the starshine of the night.
I am the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die".

Dear McCarthy Family,
Dan was and is all of the above and more. My heart breaks for all of you.
Most Fondly,
Wendy

Patti and all the McCarthy family:
I am so sorry for your loss. It is truly hard to lose any loved one.
You will be remembered in my prayers.

Susie Lutz

I had the good fortune to meet Dan thru my "adopted" family - the Mullins' at Lily Lake. I only make it up to the Lake once or twice a year but was usually lucky enough to run into Dan - in fact I just last saw him up there 2 weeks ago. I will definitely miss his big smile next time I am at the Lounge.

Dan was such a joy to have shared with all of my dear friends at Lily Lake. We've had many good times from our joy rides around the frozen lake to our first rafting trip on the Wolf River. I will miss you Dan, you will forever be in my heart.....

So many people, who had so much love and admiration for Dan, now have a tremendous void.
His character was like no other, as were the relationships he shared with so many.
I will always cherish the times in Lily Lake, white water rafting, earth day, and late night phone hellos.
We were truly blessed to have him in our lives, and look forward to the day we meet again.

I really regret not getting the opportunity to see Dan since I moved to Rhode Island almost 3 years ago. I also regret not being able to tell him what a great friend he has been since college and that I loved him.

When we did talk on the phone, we never missed a beat and Dan could always make someone feel good.

I have been in shock since Tim called me this morning.

My sincere sympathies to the whole McCarthy clan, as I cannot get a flight for the services.

I can be reached at 847-366-8125, or [email protected].

Thanks for making the difficult phone call Tim.

Dear Karen and family-I was sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Dan. My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Oh Danny Boy, I will miss him. He was a ray of sunshine on my cloudiest days. He was great for my ego too! I will treasure the memories of my "dances with Dan" at the Resort and conversations that lasted until the sun came up. I don't need to tell the McCarthy Clan how special he was; just know that his memory will live on and bring a smile to many when they need it most, just like when he was here on earth.

My heart felt sympathies to all the McCarthy family,Dan was nothing but a gentleman and will be sorely missed by all.

Please know that I am thinking of all of you and am deeply saddened by Danny's sudden passing. Thoughts of him and your family will be forever in my memory. We always had so much fun at Lily Lake.

Take Care...Love, Onion