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Linda McCarthy Obituary
Linda was born in Worcester, the daughter of Donald and Beatrice (Young) Fournier (both deceased). She attended Worcester Public Schools, graduating from Commerce High School in 1967. She then worked several years for Moore Business Forms followed by many years of employment with the Worcester School Department working for the last 14 years of her career in the main office of Burncoat High School. Happily, she retired slightly over 4 years ago so she could spend time with her grandchildren and she enjoyed every moment she spent with them.
Linda will be so greatly missed by her husband Brian, after a marriage spanning 39 glorious years; her daughter, Lori Rauktis and her husband Kenneth; her daughter, Erin Smith and her husband Donald; and her three very special grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart, Brian and Dylan Rauktis and Teagan Smith. Sadly, she did not get to meet her 4th grandchild due in August to daughter Erin and Donald Smith. Her only sibling, her brother Raymond lives with his wife Dee in Oxford. Linda had a large family with many close aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces.
Linda was a life-long member of the Adams Square Congregational Church. Besides her husband and children, her greatest love was for her grandchildren, a boundless love for the three of them, followed by her love for a now departed dog who answered to the name of Woogie. She loved to dance and she spent many evenings with her husband dancing at Maxwell Silverman's where she had many friends. Always looking radiantly beautiful, she was a very good dancer and a classy dresser. She looked great on the dance floor.
Calling hours will be Sunday, February 28 from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 1 at Adam Square Congregational Church, 26 Burncoat St., Worcester, MA. Burial will be private at a date to be determined by the family.
A heartfelt thanks goes to the staff at The Levine Cancer Center on 33 Kendall Street, here in the city, for all their wonderful care and support during Linda's illness.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Linda's memory to UMass Memorial Foundation/Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund, 333 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 or to a charity of your choice. For directions and to leave a message in Linda's on-line guestbook, please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for Linda McCarthy
Brian McCarthy
March 28, 2010
Linda,
It's been just over a month that you've been gone. I miss you more today than ever. Our Sundays were so good, so wonderful and now they hurt so bad. I miss our kisses, your voice, your smell, your touch.
It's as though my heart was torn out and just a big hole remains. You were so beautiful, so sexy, so kind and full of love, life and laughter. We should have gone together so I wouldn't hurt like this. Loving you always, Poppa.
Don Eklund
March 5, 2010
Brian, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your live. May God heal your loss and pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Don Eklund
Lydia Bogar
March 4, 2010
Erin and Lori - you were blessed with two of the finest, happiest parents ever made, and how your beautiful kids will have a special angel to watch over them. I understand that "Miss Taz" may need that special angel more than the boys. Take care of your Dad too, and thank him for sharing your Mom with all of his old Burncoat friends.
Debra J Maddox, RN
March 3, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Rob & Tiffany Beausoleil (Rockin Rob)
March 1, 2010
Brian, Erin & Lori-
Today we were deeply saddened to hear of Linda's passing. Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this difficult time. Cherish the memories you have, for you will never lose them. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal and love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Carol & Bill Brown
March 1, 2010
Brian and Family so sorry for your loss.What a nice write up in the paper. Linda will always have a special place in many hearts. She was your Soul Mate for 39 years. I will be Praying for you and your family.
Thomas Bayrouty
March 1, 2010
Linda was such a wonderfull person she will be very well missed. Always looked forward to her coming into my babershop.
James & Jennifer Ekberg
March 1, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Joanne & John Lennon
March 1, 2010
Brian and family, We were so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Your tribute to her life was very beautiful. Although I only met her a few times,
she always made me feel like I had
known her forever. John and I will keep you and your family in our hearts
and prayers always.
Claire Hanson
February 28, 2010
Brian, Lori and Erin, I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Linda at Clark Street School for several years. Linda was an amazing individual who loved children and people in general. I feel your loss. She was a very special person. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the wonderful moments you spent with each other. Claire Hanson
Stephen Dufault
February 28, 2010
Dear Brian, Lori and Erin,
The pain of losing the most important person in your life is nearly unbearable.
You will never get used to not seeing
that glimpse, that smile...
It will never be the same again, but
it WILL get better.
In my case i found professional counseling very helpful.
Please fell free to call me any time - keeping it in inside does not help.
508-791-8019
My hopes and prayers are with you.
Mary Angelopoulos Hoeymans
February 28, 2010
I am a retired teacher from Burncoat High School and I remember Linda as being a pleasant, upbeat and smiling person. I was sadden to hear of her death. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer Evans-Laurence
February 28, 2010
Lori, Erin and Brian, I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kate Tyndall
February 27, 2010
Linda had a generous spirit and a loving heart. Her love for family and friends was unwaivering. Brian, Lori and Erin, please know that our thoughts are with you...and I'm guessing she'll be observing St. Patrick's Day with Bob...so listen closely...you'll probably hear their laughter as they watch over all of us.
Phil, Kelly, CJ and Doug
February 27, 2010
Anyone who knew her is feeling the loss. We are keeping you in our hearts.
Linda (Cooper) Bothur
February 27, 2010
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS,Linda(Cooper)Kerber-Bothur
February 27, 2010
Brian, our prayers are with you and your entire family. What a wonderful, well written tribute to your wife, mom and grandmother. She was a wonderful lady and we've seen you dance at the HS reunions--what a wonderful couple. I'm so glad I had a chance to speak w/you at Steve's Pizza recently--"one day at a time". May your memories carry you through each day. Sincerely, Linda & Paul Carlson, Worcester
Linda (Cooper)Bothur
February 27, 2010
We are sorry for your great loss. I am Linda's cousin Linda (Cooper).We went to Commerce High together and as children during the summer we had fun at my Great Aunt Edith's Camp( Linda's Grandmother) at Llttle Nugget Lake,near Charleton joined with her brother Ray-Ray.We had fun baking together and I always admired her beautiful red hair, along with her contagious laughter and smile . Her cocker spaniel dog would always sleep with us every night at camp.I remember that she loved animals and was always kind to me and sometimes full of mischief as a child.I also remember that she was extremely helpful to her granmother who loved her peanut butter cookies. We All Did .. I wiil always cherish the special memories she has given me. With Love and Sympathy Linda(Cooper) Kerber-Bothur and James Bothur
Linda Carlson
February 27, 2010
Brian, our prayers are with you and your entire family. What a beautifully written tribute to your wonderful wife, mother and grandmother--really told who she was--a very special person. You were such a lovely, fun couple. I remember seeing you dance at our HS reunions. You too are a special person to be there for her--our hearts go out to you and may your memories remain with you forever--"one day at a time". I'm glad I had the chance to speak w/you at Steve's Pizza recently--Sincerely, Linda & Paul Carlson, Worcester
Patricia Markley
February 27, 2010
It was an honor and a privilege to work with and know Linda. Her kindness,compassion,humor,grace,and style gave B.H.S. a unique and unforgettable "class". My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patricia Markley
February 27, 2010
It was an honor and a privilege to know and work with Linda.Her kindness, compassion,grace,humor,and style gave B.H.S a unique and memorable "class". My thought and prayers are with you.
Janet Rauktis
February 27, 2010
Linda was a very special lady. I consider it an honor to have known such a wonderful person. I thank her and Brian for blessing my family with a very special daughter-in-law, Lori. God has welcomed home a new angel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
February 27, 2010
Brian
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Pleae know that you in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Ivey
February 27, 2010
To Brian and girls,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. There are no words that can take away the pain that so many people are feeling today. Linda was one of those special people who could light up a room with her smile and make you laugh, even if you didn't want to.
May you take comfort in your memories and in knowing that you now have your own special angel watching over you.
Rest in peace, my friend! Jean (Namiotka) Solodyna
Peg Bloomfield
February 27, 2010
Dear Brian, I worked with Linda at Burncoat High School many years ago. She was a beautiful person both inside and out. A bright light has gone out in Worcester. You and your wonderful family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peg Bloomfield
KATHY AND ROBERT DUBE
February 27, 2010
TO BRIAN AND CHILDREN,
WE ALL KNOW HOW WONDERFUL, CARING AND LOVING LINDA WAS. WHATS IMPORTANT IS TO NEVER LET HER SPIRIT DIE. SO WHEN YOUR DOWN AND MISSING HER AT NIGHT JUST LOOK UP TO THE NORTH STAR AND SMILE FOR THERE SHE LIE, A PLACE FOR HER SHE EARNED THE RIGHT. GOD BLESS
Ken & Pat Kasper
February 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Janelle Lamoureux
February 27, 2010
We are all blessed to have known such a wonderful person.
Janelle, Michael, Rob, Christian and James Lamoureux
Helene Freed
February 27, 2010
Linda's smile was contagious. She was a very special woman and a wonderful example for all of an active and loving life.
We are so sad!
All our thoughts and prayers,
Helene, Larry and Sharon Freed
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