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CLARENCE H. "BUDDY" McCAFFERTY Jr.

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CLARENCE McCAFFERTY Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 26 to Feb. 28, 2010.

McCAFFERTY CLARENCE H., JR. "BUDDY"
On Thursday February 25, 2010, age 57, of Ross Twp. Son of the late Clarence H. Sr. and Frances P. (Albrecht) McCafferty; beloved brother of Patricia E. (Tony) Garofalo, Michael J. McCafferty (Carol Spitzer), Frances C. "Chris" Davis, Theresa A. (Dave) Dougherty, Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" (George) Rudisin, William J. (Arleen) McCafferty and the late Rosemary Dougherty; also survived by 16 nieces and nephews AND 12 great nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 & 6-8pm Saturday and Sunday at the HEARD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4047 Perrysville Ave., Observatory Hill. Mass of Christian Burial Incarnation Of The Lord Parish Monday 10am. 57 years ago our family was honored with a gift from God, Buddy McCafferty and we pray that God accepts the return of His gift. In that He and our parents are pleased with the way we treasured and nurtured that gift. We would like to thank our Buddy for all of the memories he leaves with us. Family suggests memorials to the National Down Syndrome Society, 666 Broadway, 8th Flr., New York, NY 10012. www.ndss.org "Buddy".
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March 5, 2010

Emily Dougherty posted to the memorial.

February 28, 2010

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February 26, 2010

Robert McCafferty posted to the memorial.

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Emily Dougherty

March 5, 2010

I never thought this day would come Uncle Bud, I thought for sure you were going to outlive us all. Being that you lived with us for 16 years, you were more like a brother to me than an uncle. It's awful not having you around..peaking into the kitchen, hogging the bathroom, or hearing your rocking chair ;) ..the memories i have of you will always make me smile and i will surely miss everything that made you who you were. I love you and i will miss you forever. Your niece, Emily

Dave Albrecht

February 28, 2010

For some reason,of all the cousins I have,the only one I had in a photo album was cousin Buddy,holding one of his little nieces.
His kindness,innocence,and enthusiasm always touched my heart.

Robert McCafferty

February 26, 2010

As a child, I remember Uncle Buddy and how he loved us, his nieces and nephews! He held us in his arms soon after we were born and how proud he was of all of us as he watched us grow up. I remember his renditions of the McCafferty “Happy Birthday,” he always wished we’d all live to be 100 and then live 100 years more. I remember Dickson Street and Bonvue and all the good times we had. I remember him singing Elvis songs in his room, door closed, but we could all still hear “Hound Dog” throughout the house, which smelled of Grandma’s homemade pies. He dove for and caught the garters at all the weddings.

Sunday was an unbelievably emotional day! To have “Elvis” enter Uncle Buddy’s hospital room was the ultimate, while celebrating with all of his family and eating birthday cake. “Elvis” did a wonderful job and was very kind to Uncle Bud, singing many of Uncle Bud’s favorites. All of us can only hope to have the sweetness, kindness and innocence of Uncle Bud’s heart. The man never had a bad word to say about ANYONE! May God Bless your soul Uncle Bud! Rest in Peace my friend, you are now home. Thank you for all you did for us. --- Your nephew Robert

February 26, 2010

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I Love you Bud

Kevin Williams

February 26, 2010

We have a new "McCafferty" Angel to protect us, to look over us and to pray to. I miss you Bud.
McCaffertys' Forever
Cousin Kev

Denise Dunyak

February 26, 2010

Bill, Arleen and the entire McCafferty family - my deepest sympathy for your loss. I was so happy that I was able to visit at the holidays and see Buddy. His unconditional love was evident that night through the big hug with which he greeted me. Just remember, the memories you have will keep him with you forever, in your heart.

Jack Miller

February 26, 2010

Buddy's kindness toward everyone he met should be an example to us that people are more important than things. My heartfelt condolences to all of Buddy's family on the loss of this special gift from God. Do not grieve too deeply. God has prepared a special place for Buddy. Like Buddy, let us never forget that each of us is created in God's image and likeness, regardless of the challenges we face.

Cyndie Marsh

February 26, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all the McCafferty family. I know the love you all have for Buddy, and his for all of you. Buddy will remain a part of who the McCafferty family is forever.

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