John Montgomery McCarthy

John Montgomery McCarthy

John McCarthy Obituary

Published by Daily Progress from May 12 to May 14, 2008.
John Montgomery McCarthy

John Montgomery McCarthy, 66, of Kents Store, Virginia, died Friday, May 9, 2008, at his residence.

Mr. McCarthy, a native of Norfolk, graduated from Maury High School, The University of Virginia, and obtained his law degree from TC Williams Law School. He was a member of the Ki Phi Fraternity. He was retired from the Attorney Generals office where he served as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the Common-wealth of Virginia.

Mr. McCarthy was also an accomplished artist known for his contemporary Virginia landscapes.

He is survived by his wife Judy, one daughter, Carrie McCarthy Webster of Richmond, Virginia; two brothers, James M. McCarthy of Atlanta, Georgia, and Benjamin T. McCarthy of Boca Raton, Florida; and two grandchildren, Eric Matthew Webster and Andrew Joseph Webster and his best pal, "Buddy".

A graveside service will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church in Columbia, Virginia, 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008.

In lieu of flowers, contri-butions may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church or the Fluvanna SPCA.


This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.

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May 29, 2008

charles cox posted to the memorial.

May 21, 2008

Dorthula Powell-Woodson posted to the memorial.

May 15, 2008

Michelle Brann (CVS) posted to the memorial.

charles cox

May 29, 2008

Judy, when I learned from Brian Costello today about John's passing I was shocked and stunned. You and Carrie are in my thoughts and prayers. When you feel up to it please call. I tried to reach you this evening. God Bless you. Charlie Cox

Dorthula Powell-Woodson

May 21, 2008

Dear Judy: I am so saddened by John's death. He was such a wonderful mentor and friend who contributed greatly to the collegial atmosphere at the Attorney General's Office. My prayers are with you now and always.

Michelle Brann (CVS)

May 15, 2008

Judy & family,
I want to express my deepest sympathies for your loss. Gloria told me today and I was stunned. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your CVS Family

Bob Whitman

May 13, 2008

I had not seen John since our days together at Chi Phi, but remember him fondly. My deepest sympathy for your loss, I know he will be missed by all who knew him.

Phyllis Errico

May 13, 2008

Dear Judy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and I will remember John fondly for all his advice and mentorship while in the Attorney Generals Office.

Erin Scott

May 13, 2008

Dear Judy and Carrie,

I was saddened to hear about John. He was always so alive and lively. I know that he will be sorely missed by all. My thoughts are with you both.

Erin Scott (formerly Beacham)

Jean McCarthy

May 13, 2008

Dear Judy and Carrie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

Stephanie Larson (formerly Kinzey)

May 13, 2008

Judy, I read of John's death this morning and it brought back a flood of wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. John will be sorely missed.

Jessica McCarthy

May 12, 2008

Dear Judy and Carrie,
We are sorry and so sad for your loss. We send you all of our love.
Jessica, Jim and Siler

RoseMarie Mitchell

May 12, 2008

Judy and Carrie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond and fun memories of John. He will be missed.

Julie McCarthy-Pearson

May 12, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brenda Messer

May 12, 2008

Dear Judy and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Words can't express the depth of emotions this brings. May our Lord lessen your grief at this time. Remember all of the good times. They will always be with you and will carry you forward. You are in everyone's thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless

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