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Christopher McCarthy Obituary
Christopher McCarthy VIRGINIA BEACH - Specialist Christopher Dollete McCarthy, U.S. Army Reserves, 28, of Clayton Court, passed away June 1, 2008, while serving his country in Iraq. Born in San Diego, Calif., he was the son of the late John P. and Natividad D. McCarthy. He was a specialist in the U.S. Army Reserves. He was a graduate of Old Dominion University. Christopher is survived by his two sisters, Jennifer Harrell and husband Adam of Jacksonville, N.C., and Racquel McCarthy of Virginia Beach; three brothers, Danilo McCarthy of Fairfax, Va., Allan McCarthy and wife Amy of Virginia Beach and John McCarthy and wife Alicia of Virginia Beach; his uncle, William McCarthy and wife Catherine of Arlington, Mass.; five nieces and nephews and other extended family in the Philippines. He was also preceded in death by his brother, William. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Burial with full military honors will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Autism Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Christopher McCarthy
43 Entries
Johnny
October 17, 2023
Happy birthday brother
June 1, 2014
Chris, it has been six years since you left us, we love and miss you so much.
P.S. Thank you to whoever left the flowers and Navy Commander Oak Leaf on my brother's grave.
October 17, 2012
Happy birthday Chris! We love and miss you always.
margaret nelson
June 7, 2012
rest in peace
Peggy Childers
June 5, 2012
June 1, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy:
Always remembering Christopher. I hope you have found the answers to your questions. "Some gave all."
Jenn H
June 23, 2011
I love you Bro! Wish you were here.
Peggy Childers
June 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Astria
April 8, 2011
I miss you Chris
Hany
March 10, 2011
I was shocked, Chris was a friend during my stay in Germany. It's been a long time ago. But even so I was looking to contact him on facebook. instead I found this page. It was a great guy ... I have no words. I will never forget him.
August 29, 2010
To the family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
John McCarthy
June 2, 2010
Chris, you're always in our hearts brother. Look after Ava for us.
Peggy Childers
June 1, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy:
Remembering Christopher on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Ian Watterson
January 13, 2010
Mac, i still see you sitting on your "stoop" taking in the days toll. with a smile on your face you would say every time: "still going sarge?". Well I'm still going Mac... take care of your self and know that you're missed
Catherine Gillikin
September 1, 2009
To the family and friends of Spc. McCarthy, the Junior Girl Scout Troop #668 of Coloinial Coast will be honoring his sacrifice for our freedom ( along with others)in the upcoming Vetern's Day Parade November 11 2009.
Peggy Childers
June 1, 2009
To the family of Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy:
Christopher gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
T Starman
January 9, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Kenna Larra
December 18, 2008
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Sincerely,
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Julie Zeis
October 1, 2008
Although I never met you I feel somewhat connected to you. I had the priviledge and honor to wear your name, Christopher D. McCarthy, and the message "I RUN IN MEMORY OF YOU", on my "bib" as I walked 5K in Run for the Fallen Aug. 24, 2008. As I walked that morning, I thought of you. I wondered things about you. What you looked like, your hobbies, your family, your birthday and how old you are, if you have a girlfriend, where you are from and so much more. I said a special prayer to God as I walked along. I asked him to please put his loving arms around your family and friends that are left here to mourn. I want you to know the YOU are my hero, as are the many others who have given the greatest sacrafice of all so that we can live a life of freedom. Even though the race was over a month ago, I still think of you each time I read your name. I have my race bib on my desk in my office at home. I have wanted to try to contact your family to let them know that I walked in your memory. This morning, as I had my coffee, I was on the computer and decided to search for you on the Run for the Fallen website. It brought me here to your Guest Book. Thank you from my heart for your service. As a lasting tribute to you, from now on every race I walk, I will wear your name with honor. You will be there with me as I once again think of you. Also to you, Christophers family, I will remember you in my prayers and my thoughts. It has only been four months today that your loved one was taken from you. If in time any of you would like to contact me, that would be welcomed. Thank you and God Bless.
Debbie Elam
September 11, 2008
My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in the Iraq War with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 121 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of your soldier. TOGETHER...WE WILL NOT FORGET!
Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Richmond, VA 23228
Gary Allain
September 1, 2008
Spc. Christopher D. Mcarthhy
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
In Memory of Christopher ~ (Debra Estep)
July 29, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Christopher, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
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The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Jim McGowan
July 27, 2008
“The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero.”
My deepest condolences and prayers to you and your loved ones, this is such a loss for you're family and our country, and his sacrifice is deeply appreciated. My hopes thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
Stephanie Rafoss
July 25, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
margaret nelson
July 22, 2008
to the family of christopher, may the lord be with you. rest in peace christopher.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the McCarthy family and friends in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Christopher you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
~Robert Orr~
debbi rivers
June 25, 2008
To the family and parents of Christopher I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Kim Straker
June 24, 2008
Each and every death recorded on these pages is a tragedy. May love and support surround the family and friends of this young man as they seek to move forward without his presence - and his smile and sparkling eyes - in their lives.
Rest in Peace Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy.
margaret nelson
June 18, 2008
to the family God be with you. Christopher, gave his life to protect our country. I say bravo, for beeing a brave shouldier. rest in peace christopher.
Jennifer D.M. Harrell
June 16, 2008
To everyone who has taken the time to mourn with us. I cannot thank you enough for your loving support, even though we are strangers to each other. God Bless all of you and to those who have also lost loved ones in the works of freedom, thank you. Our beloved gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we can sleep in peace each night. This is their legacy to us-let it NEVER be forgotten.
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
June 13, 2008
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Angelica Reese
June 11, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Sam McGovern
June 9, 2008
To the McCarthy family-
I know your Dad & Mom would be proud of the direction Chris was going. All of you kids are lot like your Dad in some way, maybe Chris more so because of his military experiance. But it is great to see the the support from all over the country for you all at this time of loss and the support for those that defend this country in this Just Cause.
Chris will never be gone as long as we keep him alive in our hearts.
Carmel Saucer
June 8, 2008
I worked briefly with Chris over a year ago and was so shocked to hear of his passing. He was a polite and hard working young man. I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to all his family who must be devestated by their loss. May God give them the strength to cope in this difficult time.
Suzanne MacDaniel
June 6, 2008
To the McCarthy family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Christophers' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 -5/6/08
Gary Tolle
June 5, 2008
Thank you for your service to our country Christopher, you will forever be in our thoughts and prayers. On 5/6/08 my nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward was killed in action in Iraq and my promise to him is that I would not forget and visit every guest book. McCarthy family please know that our family along with so many others are mourning our losses and that Christopher will always be in our hearts and prayers. We will NEVER forget!
Beverly Montgomery
June 5, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Gale Poindexter
June 5, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Christopher D Mc Carthy. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
Sandy Bonesteel
June 5, 2008
Please know that as a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with you. As are so many, many others.
Gary Allain
June 4, 2008
Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Valorie
June 4, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Garnet Jenkins
June 4, 2008
In Humble Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, who has lost his life, while in the Service of our Country, With so much gratitude for his Courage, and his Unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest Safely now, Spc. Christopher D. McCarthy, in the Hands of God and may the Peace of God be with your loving family.
Those who Make these Sacrifices, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them, Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is an American Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your Loss.
Shelley H
June 4, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Christopher McCarthy for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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