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William McCarthy Obituary

William F. "Charlie" McCarthy, 102, of Baton Rouge, died Friday, July 18, 2025; service 11 a.m. Monday, July 28, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Hammond; interment at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery; arrangements with Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home and Crematory of Hammond and Ponchatoula.

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Published by The Daily Star on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Bruce Biundo

July 23, 2025

I have fond memories of him from many years ago, back in 1952-53. He volunteered as coach for boys basketball at Mater Dolorosa School in Independence. He was a fine man.

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28

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Holy Ghost Catholic Church

600 N Oak St, Hammond, LA 70401

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28

Service

11:00 a.m.

Holy Ghost Catholic Church

600 N Oak St, Hammond, LA 70401

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2000 N Morrison Blvd, Hammond, LA 70401

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