Mary McCarthy Obituary

My deepest condolences to the McCarthy and Murray families. I had the pleasure of working for Mary at the Assessor's Office,and she was truely one of the kindest and most patient people I have ever met. We are all so lucky for having known her.

My deepest condolences to the Murray and McCarthy families. I was a classmate of Anne's at St. Peter. Mary was a nice, sweet, friendly girl during our grade school days. I will remember her in my prayers.

My heartfelt wishes and sincere condolences to you and the family.With the gratest Respect,Steve wine

Dear John,Jane and Family,

I was very sorry to hear about the passing of Mary. I never met her, but after reading all the entries in the guest book, I know that she was a real special person, and her spirit will remain alive in the hearts of all that knew her.

Dear John, Jane & Family

I'm so sorry for the loss of Mary Kay. Wish I was able to tell you in person. She was truly a beautiful being. My prayers are offered up for all the Murrays and McCarthys in such a sad time.

my deepest synpathy goes out to your family.i remember working with mary in the assessor's office.

connie

To Mary’s Family,



My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.



I worked with Mary at the Assessor’s Office and will always remember her for her sense of humor, kind words and quick smile. She touched the hearts of all those with whom she came in contact.



It was evident how much everyone loved Mary. The size of her wake and funeral said it all – what a beautiful tribute.



I am so very sorry for your loss.

Dear Ed,

My deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Heavenly Father ease your pain.

Joel A. Brodsky

To The McCarthy Family



My deepest sympathies to you all, Mary was an incredible person and I know she will be greatly missed.



Mylinda LaPaglia

Dear Ed, Anne, Brendan and Murray Family,

My deepest sympathies to you. I feel blessed to have known Mary and will always remember her glowing smile and her kind, generous spirit. She was very encouraging and helpful during the tough, early days with my twin boys. I'll never forget canning jam and pickles in Debbie M's basement or eating cherry berry pie and collecting stones in Petoskey. Every time I think of Mary, I'll smile.

Dear Ed,Annie,Brendan and the whole Murray family,

I can still remember the first day I met Mary. She was the sweetest person! I liked her so much! And, over the last 7 or 8 years, I grew to love her more and more. I feel blessed to have known her. She was truly an angel on earth. She was so good and kind towards everyone! And now, we all have a very special angel watching over us. Thank you for sharing your angel with us. May God bless all of you.

Dear John and Jane & Family,



I spoke with Mary Kay last year shortly after her diagnosis. We talked at length about her upcoming treatment, and what it is like going through such an ordeal. We spoke of how an upbeat attitude is the only one to have since, as victims of the disease, we have no choice but to face the challenges ahead. Mary Kay was confident and upbeat from the get-go. She needed little encouragement about assuming a positive attitude. I am comforted knowing that the time she had remaining was spent operating from a positive frame of mind. I am sorry for her passing, but at the same time happy for her that the time she spent prior to her departure was the best it could have been given the circumstances. She is, and will remain an inspiration to all of us facing such challenges.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Murray, Ed and everyone:

Wasn't it just yesterday that Mary and I were driving my 1976 Dodge Charger (green with one yellow door) to New Orleans for Mardi Gras? And only a few hours ago that I was riding a train to Termini to visit her at Loyola's Rome Center? Ours wasn't just a friendship but an exciting journey. Ever optimistic, always smiling and never cynical, Mary impressed everyone with her dignity and charm. I will never, ever forget her beautiful self.

Love, Melissa George-Lindland

I was a classmate of Mary's at St. Peter's and was saddened to hear of her passing. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your families. Mary was a fun, loving person who touched so many lives. I have many fond memories of our days at St. Peter's. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.

Dear Ed,



Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your Family on the sudden loss of your wonderful wife and mother.



All of us share in your grieving.



Sally & Jim Finn and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know that Mary and Anne will be watching over us together.

Dear Ed,



Chuck and I were so saddened to hear of your loss. Mary was truly a lovely woman. The last time I saw her we had such a nice talk about Anne and Brendan. I remember thinking how lucky they were to have Mary for their mother. I know Mary thought she was the lucky one to have you and the twins.



May God give you and Mary's entire family the strength to get through this diffucult time.

Dear Jane, John and Family,

We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved daughter, Mary. Please accept our deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary was an angel on Earth! She was always happy, always smiling, and always making everyone around her smile. I think she enjoyed life more than any of us will ever know how to. We will miss her.

Dear Jane, John, and Family

We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved daughter, Mary. Please accept our deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Mary and Bob Roth...Galena

How saddened we are to hear of Mary's passing. We are honored to say we are among those lucky enough to have known and loved such a wonderful woman. We will never forget her smile and how happy she always was. Mary and Ed, and Anne and Brendan were a source of great encouragement to us as we started our own family. We can only hope to live our lives as Mary did and to cherish every moment with our friends and family, as she did. Mary was an inspiration and a great example of someone who loved life and all those around her. We will truly miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ed, Anne and Brendan, and all who have been touched by Mary. She will live in our hearts and memories forever.

Ed, Please accept our condolences and our sympathy for your great loss. You and the children are in our prayers.

Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Mary was a special person who touched many lives. The O'Brien family will have you in all our prayers.

There are no words to express the sorrow we are feeling. Please know we are all thinking of you in this time if sorrow. Mary was a special, special lady and we will miss her dearly.

Dear Ed, Anne, Brendan and families:

I want to express my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. It is hard to believe that it has been almost 20 years since Mary and all of her fellow Loyola University Rome Center alumni shared one of the greatest experiences in our lives. During our 4 months away from home, Mary's kind personality and warm smile brightened each and everyday. She helped strengthen the bond we developed as young students in an unfamiliar country, enjoyed the beauty of all the places she traveled and created wonderful memories with all her friends. Know that past memories and Mary's character bring great comfort and joy to all our lives. They serve as our connection to Mary and remind us how we should live our lives. May the Lord bless all of you, her family. You shall be in our thoughts and prayers.

Paul "Flounder" Sarmiento

Loyola Rome Center 1984-85

We are so sorry. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

My thoughts and prayers are will you all during this most difficult time. I knew Mary during her days at St.Peter's(81) school and remember her smiling face and wonderful laughter. My heart goes out to her children and my God watch over her family.



Dianne Brady

To my friend Mary,

You were an angel in my life when I truly needed one. I know your smile will always be with me. I am a better person for having known you. You will be greatly missed.

Love, Anne

Our deepest sympathy and prayers.

Bless the two wonderful angels above us.

Deepest sympathy from our family

to the McCarthy and Murray family.

May God give you the stregnth to

endure the coming days.

Very sorry for you loss.

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was very sad to hear of Mary's passing. God Bless You and Your Family.

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.



Sandra, Leon and Christopher Cherest

It is with such saddness that I write this. I am so incredibly blessed to have had the honor to know Mary. Her beauty, grace and courage is something I will never forget and will forever try to emulate. I will never forget her smiling face, her positive attitude, her love of life and most importantly, her love for Ed and the twins. I will always remember the fun we had at the beach at Lake Michigan, the bon fires with our kids and our long talks on the beach.

Mary has touched so many lives in such a special way - she will be so missed, but I know she is going to be watching us and taking care of all of us - she promised me that! And she promised that we will know she is there when we watch the sunsets next summer and at our first bon fire - Mary, we are all going to be waiting for your sign that you are there!

We all love you, miss you and you will forever live in our hearts.

Sincerely,

Kathy, Ray, Kristopher and Julianne Urrea.

Mary was my first supervisor at the county. She was truely a bueautiful person inside and out

Ed, May God Bless you and the kids during this challenging time. Please know that you and the children are loved by many. Lean on those loved ones as much as possible during the days ahead. May God Bless you with courage and Faith to stay strong and loving for Anne and Brendan.

All our love, Tom & Anne Esterquest (friends of John and Leslie)

Our very deepest sympathies. Know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers.

St. Brendan Staff

Please know that you have the love and prayers of the DOHR family for the difficult days ahead.