Patrick Gerald McCarthy Sr.

Patrick McCarthy Obituary

Patrick Gerald McCarthy Sr., 75 Of Claymont, DE Patrick Gerald McCarthy Sr., 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday June 12, 2011 at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, PA after a long illness. Patrick was born in Chester, PA on April 27, 1936, son of the late Patrick L. and Marie McCarthy. Patrick attended St. James High School in Chester, PA and served in the PAa Air National Guard. He worked at Phoenix Steel, Cannon Enterprises and Hutchinson Enterprises, retiring in 1985. Patrick started in the fire service at the age of 16 at Franklin Fire Co. in Chester, PA and continued the last 26 years as a Life Active Member of Claymont Fire Co. serving as Vice President and various other Board of Director positions. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church where he served on Parish Council for many years and was a member of the Knights of Columbus recently achieving the Fourth Degree. In 1964 Patrick married the love of his life, the late Rita Marth. Patrick also enjoyed being with his kids and grandkids especially watching the grandkids sporting events. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 4 sisters Mary McCarthy, Helen Smegelskie, Gertrude Coupe and Jean Homa. Survivors: 3 children Patrick G. McCarthy Jr., Janice Myers and husband Randall, David L. McCarthy and wife Lisa; 6 grandkids Amanda, Caitlyn, Emily, Matthew, Nicole and Kyle; sister Patricia Yacyshyn. Viewing Thursday, June 16th 6 to 8 PM and Friday, June 17th 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the McCrery & Harra Funeral Home, 3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE (Talleyville). Overflow parking is available at the YMCA on Mt. Lebanon Rd. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11 AM at Holy Rosary Church, 3200 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Patrick McCarthy may be sent to Claymont Fire Co., 3223 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703 or the Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Rd., Newark, DE 19713 Online Condolences: www.mccreryandharra.com

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Published by Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times from Jun. 13 to Jun. 15, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick McCarthy

12 Entries

June 17, 2011

Janice -
I was so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing and am very sorry to hear about your Dad.
I remember when your Dad helped us get to and from the airport when you and I went to the Bahamas (way back when...). What a nice guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fondly,
Amy (Laupheimer) McCartan

Bill Greto, Jr.

June 17, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I am deeply saddened by the passing of Pat. He not only cared for his family, but for his community as well. He was a class-act. I will miss our fun chats and his big hugs. May you be comforted knowing he is in our Lord's loving arms now.

Greg & Amy McKinnon

June 16, 2011

Jerry, Amanda,Caitlyn,
Amy and I are very sorry for your loss. Are thoughts are with you. He will be missed by all. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Dawn & Ray

June 15, 2011

Dave, Jerry, Amanda and Caitlyn -I hope you can find some comfort in knowing your father is happily reunited with your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Haywood & Sheila Edwards

June 15, 2011

Jerry and Dave, we are very sorry for the loss of your father. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

June 14, 2011

Have know Pat from Holy Rosary church and the K OF C Thoughts and prayers are with you all.Marie Massarelli

Brian Slattery

June 14, 2011

Jerry, Dave and the McCarthy family, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you all, as well as your extended family at the Claymont Fire Company, in this time of grieving.

Jerry & Peggy Brennan

June 14, 2011

Janice,Jerry,Dave & family, please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of PJ. He was a GREAT man and will be missed by all. He is in a better place with the love of his life. You are blessed to have had him in your lives so long. Now you have 2 wonderful angels looking over your shoulders at all times. Remember all the good times. Sending lots of love, prayers and hugs to you all. <3

Chris Mellinger

June 14, 2011

Jerry & Dave

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, you are in my prayers

Michelle Scarpitti Sapp

June 14, 2011

McCarthy Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know Mr. McCarthy will be greatly missed by so many. May God grant him eternal rest and may your memories give you comfort.

Margaret Hill

June 14, 2011

To the McCarthy families. We are so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to have met your father/grandfather at the many volleyball games he came to. What a great grandfather to come to all those games. What great memories you all will have of him. Take care, your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Glenn and Margaret Hill, Valerie and Veronica

Kim Kavanagh-Delaney

June 13, 2011

With thoughts and prayers. May Pat rest in peace.

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