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Kathleen A. McCarthy

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Davenport Family Funeral Home - Barrington - Barrington

149 West Main Street

Barrington, Illinois

Kathleen McCarthy Obituary

Kathleen A. McCarthy of Barrington Mass of Christian Burial for Kathleen A. McCarthy (nee O'Connell), 50, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, at St. Anne Church (corner of Franklin and Ela Streets), Barrington. Father Jack Dewes will officiate. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Barrington. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Road), Barrington. Born Dec. 15, 1954, in Evergreen Park, Ill., she passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2005, at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington. She was a graduate of Northwestern University with a B.A. in economics in 1975 and received her M.B.A. from Kellogg School of Management in 1979. She worked for LaSalle Bank from 1975 until 1980 and then she was employed at W.W. Grainger. Following her employment at Grainger, she worked in her executive search firm, McCarthy Bertschy Associates in Chicago. She was past president of the Chicago Finance Exchange and president of St. Anne Home School Association. Mrs. McCarthy was a strong advocate of Catholic Schools. A member of St. Anne Church, she enjoyed gardening, traveling, reading, walking, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Mark E. McCarthy, whom she married Sept. 26, 1980, in Oak Lawn, Ill.; three children, Brian, Anne and Maureen all of Barrington; sister, Mary Jo (Mike) Saunders of New Jersey; brothers, Edward J. (Mary) O'Connell of Oak Lawn, John (Kathy) O'Connell of Oak Lawn and Tim (Nancy) O'Connell of LaGrange; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward J. and Mary Jane (nee O'Connor). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 100 W. Palatine Road, Palatine, IL 60067. For information, (847)381-3411.

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Published by Daily Herald on Apr. 1, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen McCarthy

28 Entries

Jean Arnold

March 31, 2006

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 life you shared with her while she was on earth. May you all go on to make your own incredible lives. Peace, Jeanie Arnold

Jean Jamison

November 18, 2005

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 as the years passed. I particularly remember her struggles with Algebra and her determination to conquer it. She also loved AP History, which was a rarity in those days. No challenge was ever too great; she took on whatever stood in her path. I remember her excitement when she was accepted to Northwestern, and her success there came as no surprise to anyone.

About seven years ago, I ran into Kathy in Washington, D.C. I was taking our fifth grade students on our annual D.C. field trip, and saw her at the Rock Ola Cafe. It was rainy and miserable, but Kathy recognized me and spoke immediately. Her smile was unmistakable, and she looked wonderful. I had spoken to her at the McAuley reunion in 1992, but hadn't seen her since. We had a brief but great conversation, and she looked very happy. She told me about all of you, and she was able to meet my daughter, Molly, who was with me on the trip. Her warmth was evident on even the coldest and dreariest of days.

I remember her family, especially her mom and dad, and Mary Jo, her older sister. One of the greatest compliments I ever received was from Kathy when she told me I reminded me of her Mary Jo. Knowing how highly she thought of her, I was flattered beyond belief. Please give my best to all of her family and to the other girls from St. Linus if you see them; Mary Ruff, JoAnne Cooney, Kathy Condon, Cindy Havicek, Cathy Heilman, and others.

I will pray for all of you and am so terribly sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Jean Higgins Jamison

Amy Morris

May 18, 2005

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.

Donna de St. Aubin

April 7, 2005

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.

Carol Coughlin

April 6, 2005

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

Kelly Phinney Eyerly

April 6, 2005

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.

Linda Wagner

April 6, 2005

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.

Sister Pat McCarthy

April 4, 2005

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.

Mary (Padden) Massery

April 4, 2005

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 our mothers let us run around Europe for an entire summer without a clue of what we were doing or where we were going. The highlight (or lowlight) of the trip, was getting up enough nerve to go skinny-dipping in the Swiss Alps with a local German girl who thought we were uptight Americans, and then getting caught literally with our pants down by some local surveyors who were working there. We just died while our german friend thought it was hysterical.

She will be missed terribly by all who knew her.

Marianne Trotter

April 3, 2005

Dear McCarthy and O'Connell Families,

I am so sorry about Kathy, my heart aches for all of you. Kathy and I attended Mother McAuley together, and I instantly recall her smiling face and great spirit when I think of our high school years. She was fun, so very friendly, and just such a nice person.

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you in your sorrow.

Marianne(Rogers)Trotter

Erin W. Schmitz

April 2, 2005

Kathy was a very dear friend of my sister, Anne Walsh. I m very saddened by the news of her death. I met Kathy when she and Anne were starting their careers in Chicago after college. She was a kind, loving, energetic person and I am glad I knew her.

Patrick Walsh

April 2, 2005

To the family of Kathy McCarthy:

It was with great sadness that I learned of Kathy's passing. My sister, Anne, had told us last winter of her illness. Ever since, we have been praying daily for her and you, her family.

Please know that you will continue to be in our prayers. May Christ's Holy Light shine in your hearts and comfort you in this most difficult time.

Pat Walsh and Family

Bill, Mary and Cathie Cotter

April 2, 2005

Kathy was taken much too soon from the family who loved her and everyone she touched will feel the loss. Our heartfelt sympathies are with you now.

Barb and Dick Ryan

April 1, 2005

Dear Family,

We are so saddend and shocked to learn of Kathy's death. She has gone to heaven much to soon. I know Ed and Mary Jane welcomed her yet, they know how much her family will miss her.

We just returned from Florida,and will not be able to attend the funeral. All our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Barb and Dick Ryan

Barb and Dick Ryan

Susan Burkhardt

April 1, 2005

Dear Ann:

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May memories of the lowe you shared with her fill your hearts with comfort.

Susan Burkhardt

Sarah Hudson

April 1, 2005

Dear McCarthy Family, Kathy will be missed by all of us. I will miss seeing her in the yard as she cared for her many flowers. She leaves behind three wonderful children and a loving husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Please let us help you in any way we can. Most sincerely, Sarah Hudson

Kate Hudson

April 1, 2005

Mrs.McCarthy was my neighbor and altough I am only 11 years old I know how hard it must be for the McCarthy family Mrs. McCarthy was always out in her front yard planting her garden in the spring time. I know that this year there will be no beautiful garden in her front yard but that me and my neighbors still can na and we will right at the end of our street for all the world to see.

Rich Ryan

April 1, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the O'Connell and McCarthy family. Kathy and I were in grade school together. The O'Connells and the Ryan's go way back together. She will now be at peace with Ed and Mary Jane. Her spirit will be missed.

Jack & Leslie O'Connor

April 1, 2005

Mark,

We would like to express our sincere regret over the loss of our cousin and freind, Kathy. Her gentle smile and positive disposition was an inspiration to all of us. We are sure she is home with our heavenly Father. We will be praying for you and your family.

Cousins MaryJo, Ed, John and Tim,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, too. We know you loved your sister and hope you find peace in knowing Kathy is with your mom and dad.

Joseph P. Galvan

April 1, 2005

I have many fond memories of working with Kathy at LaSalle Bank many years ago when she was first hired as an MA. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Kay O'Connor-Bailey

March 31, 2005

MARK AND FAMILY:

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT KATHY. SHE HAD SUCH A CARING AND GENTLE SPIRIT. SCOTT AND I WILL ALWAYS HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF HER. SHE ALWAYS REMINDED US OF AUNT JANIE - FAITH, FAMILY AND EDUCATION FIRST. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN.

LOVE,

SCOTT AND MARY KAY BAILEY

Karen Howse

March 31, 2005

Mark and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Kathy. I knew her from the Chicago Finance Exchange. She will be missed.

Stephen Weiland

March 31, 2005

Dear Mark and Kids,

I met Kathy only once two years ago at the St. Nicholas Ball. To this day I recall the intelligent, open and feminine person I sat next to and talked with that night. I regret that I won't be able to know her better. God love and comfort you.

maria green

March 31, 2005

I met Kathy through the Chicago Finance Exchange where we on the board together. Kathy's intelligence and generosity were evident from our first meeting. She had a kind and warm spirit that put everyone at ease. She was a very special person and I will miss her. My heartfelt condolences to her husand and children.

Larry Rubly

March 31, 2005

Dear Mark and Family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences from James and me. Kathy was a dear friend to Maria and a strong supporter throughout her own ordeal with cancer. James and I share your sorrow and offer our thoughts, prayers and support for whatever you may need.

God be with you all,

Larry & James

Linda Kojich

March 31, 2005

Mark,

I am so sorry. I pray for peace as you and your family go through these early times of grief. I pray for strength for you as the reality of your new life without Kathy unfolds.

Linda

Corrie Carron Van Vlymen

March 31, 2005

I knew Kathy in grade school, which almost seems like yesterday, and would like to express my condolences to you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Lois Kettering

March 31, 2005

Mark & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Kathy. She was a wonderful and caring person just like her Mom and Dad. No words can express how sorry I am for your loss. I want you to know that I will be praying for you and your family everyday. God Bless you.

Love,

Bill and Dee Kettering

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