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Anna McCarthy Obituary
McCARTHY, Anna K. Anna King McCarthy, age 94, formerly of 40 Henry St., died Wednesday, (November 23, 2005) at Bayview Healthcare in Waterford. She was born in Straide, County Mayo, Ireland, October 28, 1911, the daughter of Patrick and Anna Cogger King. She was the widow of John F. McCarthy who died March 3, 1973. She is survived by two daughters, Sheila McCarthy and Kathleen McCarthy, both of New London; a son John "Jack" McCarthy and his wife Lucille of Cromwell; a sister Mary Bowes of New London; four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren. The funeral will assemble at 10:15 a.m. Monday at the Thomas L. Neilan & sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Ave., New London and proceed to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Calling hours are Sunday from 3-7 p.m. Flowers are acceptable, or a donation in her name may be made to the VNA of SE Connecticut, 403 North Frontage Rd., Waterford, CT 06385; the L & M Development Fund, 365 Montauk Ave., New London, CT 06320; or to the Shoreline Adult Daycare Center, 1 Beechwood Dr, Waterford.
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Michelle Hussey (Alaimo)
December 1, 2005
Dear Shelia, Kathleen, Jack and Family,
I was so sad to hear of your loss. Your mom was a great lady and I was honored to have known her even if only for a short time. I have many fond memories of the times we spent together.
My prayers are with you and your family.
With Loving Thoughts,
Michelle
Robert Gramolini
November 28, 2005
Sheila and Kathy, we just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you at this time. Your mother was a wonderful person and we have great memories of her both at home and at L&M. She was quite a woman and will be missed.
Jenene and Robert
Henry Jr. Brouillard
November 26, 2005
Sheila, Kathleen and Jack,
Our sincere condolances on the passing of your Mother. God will be kind to her, that is certain.
Henry Jr. and Family
Antoinette Miceli-Purdy
November 26, 2005
To Sheila,
My deepest condolences to you on the passing of your mother.
Sincerely, Antoinette
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