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Charles McCarthy Obituary

Charles J. "Hots", "Poppy" McCarthy, 66 Charles J. McCarthy of Springfield, PA, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2013 at home with his loving wife Pat, who was his devoted caretaker and his children by his side. Charles was born to the late Charles and Mary McCarthy in Drexel Hill, PA. He was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School and Philadelphia Textile College. Charles excelled athletics and enjoyed supporting all local Delco teams and various organizations. He was an active member of Penn Oaks Golf Club whose passion for golf was captured during each and every round. He has been an inspiration to all with two holes-in-one while playing one-handed. He had been the proud owner of the Charlie McCarthy's Clifton Inn, "The Institute" for over 36 years. He was a dedicated and caring grandfather of five. He looked forward to spending time with family and especially cherished trips to the shore watching his grandchildren play on the beach and walking on the boards. He will be missed by all. Survivors: His wife Patricia (nee Bradley) McCarthy; his children Brian C. (Kristin) McCarthy, Christine M. (Andre) Bendo and C. Bradley (Heather) McCarthy; grandfather of Lauren, Allison, Shane, Teagan and Riley; brother of Michael J. McCarthy and the late James P. McCarthy; brother-in-law of Rosemary McCarthy. Viewing: Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Wednesday, May 15th, after 9:30AM, in St. Kevin Church, 200 W. Sproul Rd., Springfield, PA 19064. Funeral Mass: Wednesday, 12 Noon, St. Kevin Church. Burial: will be private. Contributions can be made to: Children's Hospital of Phila., Cardiac Care Unit, 34th & Civic Center Blvd., Phila., PA 19104 or to VITAS Hospice Unit, 1500 Lansdowne Ave., Medical Science Bldg., 4th Floor, Darby, PA 19023 Arrangements: O'Leary Funeral Home, Springfield, PA

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Published by The Daily Times from May 13 to May 14, 2013.

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May 10, 2014

Just came back from church at St Kevin's. it does not seem possible that God took you to his paradise a year ago today. It feels like an eternity since I felt your arm,kisses,saw a smile,heard your wonderful laugh and your sense of humor. I miss the things we did as a family and as a couple. You were the center of my world. Keep sending me courage to handle the pain I feel from missing you. You will be in my heart forever! I wish they had a phone in heaven to hear your voice.
Love you always,Pat

To where u are. Loving and missing you always in my heart! Pat

May 10, 2014

May 10, 2014

To where you are.!! Loving and missing you.

May 10, 2014

It is one year today that God took you up to his home in the heavens. Knowing you are at peace makes me feel good but the pain inside my heart has not stopped. There r so very many things I miss, your smile,your laugh,your reading,your calls all day your hugs,gentleness,kindness and most of all your love. I was blessed the day you came into my life and will always be thankful. Till!!!love u forever!!
Pat

We miss you Poppy and will never forget you! Your sunshine s

Mc Carthy family

May 9, 2014

What great memories tucked under my heart! Thank you

Mc Carthy family

May 9, 2014

We miss you Pop,but will never forget you

May 9, 2014

Summer memories! Always in my mind and heart

May 9, 2014

May 9, 2014

Love you forever!

May 9, 2014

Thinking of you and missing you, I can't believe it will be a year tomorrow that God took you away to heaven. Missing u every second since you left. Always with me in my heart guiding me thru this journey of our lives. Our children and grandkids miss u so!!pat

Pat McCarthy

May 8, 2014

Allison made her First Communion and I felt u everywhere. She looked beautiful and I know how proud you would have been of our special girl. Thank you for helping get thru the day without breaking. She had a perfect day. I love you and wish u could be here to share these precious moments. Always loving and missing you. Pat

April 29, 2014

Happy Anniversary to the man who gave me a beautiful life. I miss u more than words can express. Thank you for my three beautiful children,all the trips, memories and times we laughed till we cried. You always had my back and the ability to make me happy and make me smile. You got robbed leaving but I know God wanted you. You. Will remain in my mind and in my heart forever. You will always be my hero and taught me so much about life, living and determination. I miss you so. Wait for me at the pearly gates. Loving and missing you every day. Forever,Pat

March 26, 2014

Miss u and know u r with me always. Thank u for Sunday .......I needed that. Always,your loving wife.........Trisha the -----!

To where you are

P Mcc

March 26, 2014

March 23, 2014

Missing you so very much and praying u r happy and celebrating your new address in heaven,pain free. Continue to watch over all of us and know we think about u and talk about u every day. In my heart forever. Trish

November 7, 2013

O at St.Kevin's church in memory of you. Chris,Lauren,Allison and I will be there. Hope u can see us. Please try and give me a sign. Miss u and know u are always with me in my heart and know I love you . Till we meet again.. Right back at you! Pat

Pat

November 3, 2013

Cannot believe it is almost 6 months since I last saw that smiling,happy facing. I miss u more each day. I pray u r safe and happy and with all your family and friends who r with u above in God's house. You were and always will be the sunshine of my life. I only wish God gave us more times. Those last months were so tough and I know how much u suffered,I pray we all did our best to keep u comfortable. Not a day goes by without someone asking about u. You were loved by your children and grandkids and me so very much! Always and Forever in my heart. RIGHT BACK AT YOU!

September 15, 2013

Jimmy had a beautiful wedding ...u would have been proud as well as your brother Jim. He married a great girl and really seems happy. Pray he always has love and happiness always and forever. Trish

September 14, 2013

Miss u more and more as every day passes. Miss your smile,stories and your great sense of humor. We talk about u daily and I just wish I could see that smile. I love you more today than yesterday. Your r missed more than I could express. Always in my thoughts and heart.
Trish....right back at u harry

August 13, 2013

Miss your more and more. I pray u r safe and and finally out of pain. I pray for your strength and courage to all of your children, grandkids. we talk about u all the time and how much we love you and miss your smiling face. You will always be my HERO. love You More. Pat

August 12, 2013

We are just hearing of the loss of your husband, and father.
Keeping you & your family in our prayers. Brolley Family

Brenda Bailey

June 10, 2013

Dear Pat; There are such found memories of you both when I was a young punk of 21, and hanging at the Clifton Inn. I will always remember both of your upbeat and happy personalities and the fun times we had there. Charlie was so kind and funny. He had the best laugh. It seems that he was loved by all who knew him. I'm sorry for your loss. Condolances to you and your family.

May 24, 2013

Dear Pat,

What a wonderful guy Charlie was. I was so very sorry to hear of your loss, and his passing at such a young age. Memories of the Inn and all the fun we had there will stay with me forever. Thursday Night Live, all made possible by Charlie and the Inn. He was a kind man.

Love and my most sincere sympathy to you and your family.

Kathy Gibbons

May 17, 2013

Patty and Family, How blessed were you all to have "Hot's" in your life. He was one of the best guy's I have ever had the privilege of knowing. I'm sure he and Sharkey are bellying up and having a good old time. Peace to you all Love, Annemarie Taylor Barrow

May 16, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. What a great guy I have so many fond memories.
Pat Weaver Stewart

Kevin Strasinski

May 15, 2013

To the McCarthy Family our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Your Dad was a Great Man and a true inspiration, he will be missed but never forgotten.

Michael Marco

May 15, 2013

Patty, my prayers are with you and your children.

Michael Marco

May 15, 2013

What a guy! A lot of people will miss you, You "Hot Dog". I know it has been hard on you. Rest now.

May 15, 2013

I hadn't seen Charlie since the early '80's but remember well the jokes, stories and laughter that went on over a cold beer. Pat, I also knew and respected your dad Phil, as well. Two good guys who left their mark. RIP
Tom (Tk) Kennedy

May 15, 2013

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. McCarthy. He was always so kind and a great person to be around. Prayers to your family at this time. Love, Megan (Hayden) Longo

Tom Richards III

May 15, 2013

My prayers go out to the McCarthy Family. Charlie is truly one of the great guys.
Rest peacefully,
Tom Richards III

MATT LIST

May 14, 2013

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE MCCARTHY FAMILY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE FUN TIMES IN AVALON, ESPECIALLY OUR FISHING TRIPS WITH UNCLE HOTS. MATT LIST

May 14, 2013

Patti and family, Hots was one of the good guys. We all loved him and are so thankful for the times we had together. Hots fought a tough fight till the end. One of the bravest men I know. He left us with so many wonderful memories. We will keep you and your beautiful family in our hearts and prayers. Love, Kathy and Spank and kids

Scott Snyder

May 14, 2013

I remember Charlie as a very unique person, who wouldn't hesitate to help you no matter what.He was the great owner of the Clifton Inn and I spent many days there in the past, and Charlie would always put a smile on my face! He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing such a great human being, and I am sure his family too. My prayers are with the Mc Carthy family in their time of sorrow.

May 14, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Kathy MacCrory

Robert Pigors

May 14, 2013

Sorry to here of Charley passing, he was great man and a good friend to all. He and Jimmy took good care of my brother Tim and I will always remember him for that.

Paul Solari

May 14, 2013

Patty, I'm so sorry to hear about "Hots." We've all lost a good friend and a great person.

Paul

Hugh McElhenney

May 14, 2013

Great guy that Chally

ANDY "MISH" MICHIO

May 14, 2013

to patti and the children , so sorry for your loss , charlie was a great friend , for many years , and will truly be missed by many , always made sure , i stopped by the "INN", to say hi to "HOTS" on my trips , up north , i will miss him ,R.I.P.

May 14, 2013

Pat & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Charlie will be fondly remembered and deeply missed. (Russian) Jim & Cathy Bean

May 14, 2013

Hots was one of my first friends in high school, i remember his smile and sense of humor...a rea
Good guy!
Bob flounders

May 14, 2013

Words cannot express how much love,courage and strength you have given to all in our family. Your children and grandkids adore you. I hope and pray you can march us thru this next journey of our lives with the strength and courage and love you showed to all.....keep r children safe. I will cherish all the wonderful memories we shared,trips taken and times with our friends and children. You gave us a beautiful life. As we would say" I love you more Harry,Right back at you Alice." AS ALWAYS. TRISH THE DISH. You loving wife

May 14, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the McCarthy Family. We will miss Charlie deeply.

Gretchen and John Cook

KFL

May 14, 2013

as the 1st 'professor' at the 'institute', I want to say what an unbelievable human being 'hots' was, and I'm sure as I'm speaking, he's already making God laugh! RIP buddy! Love, and God speed!

Tom Burke

May 14, 2013

Pat & family Sorry to hear of Charlie passing. He was good man & lots of fun all the way back to the high school days & will b missed a lot. So sorry for your loss

May 14, 2013

I was the 1st 'professor' at the 'institute'. I will never forget the great times and laughs we had! RIP, great friend! KFL

May 14, 2013

I was the first 'professor' at the 'institute'. I will never forget the great times we had. RIP, my brother! KFL

May 13, 2013

We will remember all the good times we had together and keep you in our hearts and thoughts. The List Family

steve & Theresa Davish

May 13, 2013

Patti so sorry to hear about Charlie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nicole Krafchick

May 13, 2013

Chrissy, we are so saddened to hear of the loss of your father. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

May 13, 2013

Pat, you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so blessed to have known Charlie. He will be missed by many. Dee Dee & Michael Kohlbrenner

Cheryl Shander

May 13, 2013

Chrissy, my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Your father will forever be in your heart.

May 13, 2013

Pat,my thoughts and prayers for you guys,he was such a great freind and will be missed.....Sincerly ,mike mcintyre

Amy Garrison

May 13, 2013

Chrissy, It's impossible to comprehend the grief you are experiencing. Wishing deep sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

kim kinsler

May 13, 2013

chrissy and family,
so very sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ginnie Duffin (Farrell)

May 13, 2013

Dear Patti and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Charles. I have so many fun memories of the 2 of you. He was truly a special person. Our prayers and love are with you.

May 12, 2013

Pat thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Joann Miceli

Carol Masotti & Vincent McCormack

May 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to Pat, Brian, Chris, Brad and all of Charlie's extended family & friends.

Charlie will always be loved and missed by so many.

With Deepest Sympathy & Love,

May 12, 2013

Dear Patty and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mary ellen

May 12, 2013

Charlie was a man of great courage and great humor. The only friends he didn't have were those he hadn't met. We will miss you Charlie.
Doreen & Jay

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