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Kathleen A. McCarthy

Barrington, Illinois

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Kathleen A. McCarthy, nee O'Connell, 50, of Barrington, at rest March 29, 2005. Founding member of McCarthy Bertschy Associates, an executive search firm in Chicago. Beloved wife of Mark; devoted mother of Brian, Anne and Maureen; cherished daughter of the late Edward J. and Mary Jane, nee O'Connor; loving sister of Mary Jo (Mike) Saunders, Edward J. (Mary), John (Kathy) and Tim (Nancy) O'Connell. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Rd.), Barrington. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 10 a.m. at St. Anne Church, corner of Franklin and Ela Streets, Barrington. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Barrington. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Cancer Society, 100 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine, IL 60067 would be appreciated. For information, 847-381-3411.

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Dear Mark, Brian, Ann and Maureen,
It is difficult to believe that a year has gone by since your wonderful mother passed away. I can honestly say that I still miss her very much and think of her often. You have all done a great job of moving ahead with life. She is probably very proud!! It is such a tribute to her that you have continied to embrace life. I know it is probably very hard at times. I pray that each year it becomes less painful to enjoy the memories from the incredible...

Dear Mark, Brian, Anne, and Maureen,

I have not met any of you but just learned of Kathy's passing from the McAuley newsletter and I am so very sad. She and I were very close friends in high school, and I still think of her often.

I regret losing touch with Kathy. We shared many secrets, good times, and "coming of age" experiences, all of which are remembered with a smile. I, along with so many others, had such respect for Kathy's intellect, which became so evident...

Kathy was a warm, caring, responsive professional that I had the pleasure to meet and interact with during the job placement process. I am so sorry to learn of her passing, my deepest sympathies to the McCarthy family.

Dear Mark and Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Kathy. She was such a wonderful professional along with being such a warm and caring person, a combination that is not often found. My prayers are with you all.

I am so sorry to hear about Kathy's passing. I knew Kathy from the Chicago Finance Exchange. I was on the Board with her and found her very bright, warm and friendly. She was a true leader and went out of her way to help others. I moved to Baltimore in October and was not aware of her illness. My heart goes out to her family as you grieve her loss. Sincere condolences, Carol Coughlin

Mark,

My deepest sympathy to you and the kids on Kathy's passing. Having moved away from the area, I was not aware that Kathy had been sick, however I had been thinking about your family for several weeks now.

May the Holy Spirit guide you all in this time of deepest grief. You are a wonderful family and will somehow find your way. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Mark and Family,

My deepest sympathy on your loss. Kathy was a wonderful person, always supportive and responsive. I knew her through the Chicago Finance Exchange, where she took the time to introduce me into the organization. Kathy will be missed.

Dear Mark and Family. I heard on Friday about the death of your wife and mom. I am so sorry. Be assured of my continued prayer as you grieve this loss. I thought about you all weekend. My heart aches for you all.

Mark, please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your wife. Kathy was a year ahead of me at Mother McAuley. We were on student council together. No surprise; Kathy was the most productive member of the council. We both went on to Northwestern University and re-kindled our friendship in the dormitory at Elder Hall. My fondest memory was taking a European $10/day trip together at the end of my sophomore year and Kathy's junior year. We were great travel partners. I still can't believe...