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ROBERT MCCARTHY Obituary
Beloved husband of 57 years to Roberta (Carpineti) McCarthy of East Bridgewater. Devoted father of Col. Robert E. McCarthy, III USMC (Ret.) and his wife Dr. Mary McCarthy of VA, Patricia Colby and her husband Peter of Hingham and Allen McCarthy and his wife Diane of East Bridgewater. Cherished Grampa of Stephen, Alexandra, Lauren, Abby, Steph, Bobby, Maeve, Coleman, Mary Kate, and Conor. Loving brother of Michael McCarthy of MD, Mary McCarthy of Watertown and the late Eileen Perillo. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visiting Hours at Chapman Funerals and Cremations, 35 Spring Street, EAST BRIDGEWATER on Thursday 4-7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 11:30 AM in St. John the Evangelist Parish, East Bridgewater. Burial will follow in Central Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Robert may be made to either Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater or the American Legion Post 91. See www.ChapmanFuneral.com for directions and online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT MCCARTHY
Jerry White
January 11, 2023
Bob, I think about you often- our cadet days, Ranger School buddies, paratroopers together in the 82d Airborne, and then we had to grow up. No one did that better than you my friend.
Rodney and Marie Philbrick
January 22, 2022
Dear Roberta and Family,
So sorry to learn of Bob´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire MCCarthy Family.
David and Jean Strong
January 21, 2022
We are very sorry for your loss of Bob, we have fond memories of him. We were blessed to have known him through his association with STAM. He was professional in all he did, and a special person to us. He will be greatly missed.
Marc Richardson
January 21, 2022
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing on through Heaven's Gates. He was much like a second dad to me through much of my teen years. Sorry that I have not done a good job of keeping in touch. Miss you all.
John Fitts
January 21, 2022
The ever present neighborhood kid has unique access to the home of his best friend two houses over. Access to a loving welcoming family. The family with the towering strong father - Mr. McCarthy. Even through the eyes of a child it's clear this father is a special man. A trip to the mailbox at 353 Summer, gosh why so much mail? And what's with that Attorney At Law sign hanging in the front yard? Child's eyes only see a kind welcoming man. The child grows to know the man dedicated to community and public service. A man of strong faith, intelligence and integrity. An advocate for all people. Such an amazing role model. A million Thank Yous honorable Mr Mac!
Don and Lois Nelson
January 20, 2022
One condolences to the whole McCarthy family. We have known Bob in many capacities in town and state government, at church, and especially at Kiwanis. He will be missed and fondly remembered by many.
Douglas Wedge
January 20, 2022
He was a wonderful man. I worked with him on many campaigns. One of the good guys ...Rest in Peace.
Frank Woodward
January 19, 2022
An honorable gentleman of the first order. May Bob rest in the peace and love of God.
Jan Malewicz Cook
January 19, 2022
Roberta and family,
Sincere condolences to your family. My dad ''Doc'' Malewicz was so inspired by Bob's athleticism and lifelong dedication to all his accomplishments. Fond stories related throughout the years to my family about Bob abound. Bob never forgot anyone and it was so heartwarming to have him pay his respects to my dad few years ago at his wake. I was equally thrilled that Bob along with my dad was inducted into the 1st EBHS athletic hall of fame. May Bob rest in eternal peace.
Annette C Tarantino
January 19, 2022
Mr McCarthy was truly the kindest gentleman I've ever met. My memory of him will always be one of a great respect and admiration for his character he displayed for everyone he met during his lifetime. We were all very blessed to know him.
Heather Fowler-Wechter
January 18, 2022
I have fond memories of Mr. McCarthy attending all his children's activities back in the 80s. He was always supportive of us all. Years later, he was our attorney when we bought our first home. It was wonderful to have a friendly face & trusted person helping us through that process. Condolences to all the McCarthy. Rest in Peace, Mr.Carthy.
Astrid Anderson Dodds
January 18, 2022
When my family moved to EB in Aug. 1952, we had the good fortune of living next door to the McCarthy family for two years. For my younger siblings and I, it was like having a ready-made playground featuring games of kick-the-can and hide-and-seek. I was a year ahead of Bob at EBHS and admired his career, especially when he ran for public office. Perhaps it was his "loyal heart" that brought him to my dad's memorial service decades later, a gesture I will never forget.
Jerry white `61´
January 18, 2022
Bob, you were a wonderful friend and classmate. Cathy and I are very sadden by the news of your passing. We have so many great memories of you- a truly great person,
Naomi Goldman MacLeod
January 18, 2022
Deepest sympathies to the entire McCarthy family
George Kelly
January 18, 2022
Deepest sympathy to Bob's family and friends. He was such a great man of many achievements who could not be more humble and kind. A beloved family man, role model and friend he will be greatly missed by many.
JOHN J KILKENNY
January 18, 2022
MY heart is heavy today. My sincere condolences to Bobbi and the family. Well Done! Be Thou at Peace.
Dana Chase
January 18, 2022
He has been a friend of my family as long as I can remember, a real trusted friend and a great guy. I will surely miss him.
Sonja Langwa Anciello
January 18, 2022
I graduated from EB High in Bob's class; he was our class President, loved, admired, and respected by all of us. He had such a long and distinguished career, and was such a great family man! I am so sorry to know he is gone; he will be greatly missed.
Ernest Correia IBEW 223
January 18, 2022
My heart felt condolences to the MCCARTHY family.
I first was introduced to Bob 1982 - 1983 from Manny Andre afterwards I went on to meet Bobbi and ALAN over the years . They all exude with class and are great Americans to know . I am honored to have been in your presence. May you Rest In Peace Bob. Aloha and Airborne
Kathy Nagle
January 17, 2022
So sad to hear of Bob´s passing. He was a wonderful person. Rest in Peace.
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