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William McCarthy VIRGINIA BEACH - William "Jody" McCarthy, 55, died Dec. 6, 2008, while living in Rincon, Puerto Rico, where he had resided for the past three years. He was born and raised in Virginia Beach and was a longtime resident of Kill Devil Hills, N.C. Jody leaves behind a daughter, Lydia McCarthy of Richmond and a grandson, Gauge Lee. Jody was the son of Michael J. McCarthy and the late Bernice L. McCarthy of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by a brother, Mickey McCarthy and his wife Betsy of Kill Devil Hills; and a sister, Sharon Crofton and her husband Jay of Virginia Beach and their three children, Carrie Wikoff of Union, Ky., Sean Crofton of Virginia Beach and Casey Severinghaus of Virginia Beach. A private memorial is being planned by the family.
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Robin Wear
December 11, 2008
Dear Mike and family, I remember growing up in the neighborhood with the McCarthy family, and spending much time together. We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Jodi. Our hearts go out to you. Robin Wear
Erni
December 11, 2008
We were together for over 2 years.....and I loved him deeply....and still do...I'm so sorry for the loss of him....my heart is broken....
Mimi Hogan-Schaible
December 9, 2008
We both go a long way back with Jody. I was even at his first wedding to Izzy Yates! He always called on the phone at least 2-3 times a year to keep in touch. He was a great friend. We are so very sorry to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed, and I'm certain, REMEMBERED BY ALL. Sincerely, Mimi Hogan-Schaible and Bob
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Arlette Smith
December 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Jody was a good friend to all and will be greatly missed. If ever you needed a reason to smile he was the one to reach out to. I always considered him to be one of my dearest friends. and will never ever forget his friendship.
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