Name: Visitation for Thomas J. McCarthy
Start: 2016-02-13T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-02-13T16:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Matthias Catholic Church

McCarthy, Thomas J. Born on September 5, 1959 in Milwaukee, WI, passed away peacefully to eternal life on January 22, 2016 in Naples, FL. Tom is survived by his children Kevin, Kasey, Kelly, and Kiley McCarthy, parents John and Beverly McCarthy of West Allis, WI, and siblings Mary (Gus) Bannick, Margaret Bach, Jane (John) Koenig, Catherine (Dan) Luther, Elizabeth (Tom) Valery, and Jim (Mary) McCarthy. Beloved nephew to Mike (Ann) McCarthy. Husband to Deb (nee Daugherty) for 29 years and uncle to 23 nieces and nephews. Tom was a life member of the PGA, beginning his career as a golf professional at Pine Valley Golf Club in New Jersey and Jupiter Hills Club in Jupiter, Florida and serving most recently at Esplanade Golf and Country Club in Naples. He opened 7 new golf courses and 4 new golf shops during his career, including Bonita Bay Club in Naples. Tom was a former Wisconsin State Junior Golf Champion, a high school state golf champion while at Catholic Memorial High School, and a four year monogram winner and two year captain of the golf team at the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated in 1981 with a degree in Business Administration. Tom led an exemplary life of commitment, loyalty, and love to friends and family. He was particularly admired for his ability to face both opportunities and challenges with enthusiasm, wit and inspiration. Tom was always generous with a smile and a kind word to everyone with whom he came into contact. Services will be on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at St. Matthias Catholic Church (9306 W. Beloit Rd) with Visitation at 9 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM. Interment St. Matthias Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in Tom's name to Catholic Memorial High School Crusader Fund, 601 E. College Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 31, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas McCarthy

Sponsored by Bevsek-Verbick Funeral Home and Crematory - West Allis.

16 Entries

Patty and Jim Sipes

March 28, 2016

We are heartbroken to learn of Tom's passing. We literally just found out, as we weren't notified. We were worried about him and started making calls...

Tom was a dear friend to my husband, Jim Sipes (PGA). He has visited our home many times, was a frequent member our football pool, and such a great man. We will truly miss him.

February 18, 2016

As a cousin and friend of the McCarthy family, several memories of Tom leap out at me. When he was about 4 years old I was babysitting for the McCarthy children and Tom jumped off of a picnic table. Then he proudly proclaimed that his dad had told him that girls weren't able to to that, only boys could. Of course I had no choice but to jump off the table and have his older sister, Mary Pat, jump off. Tom was stunned and I told him to be sure to tell his dad.

Years later with the McCarthys as neighbors, Tom would often practice golf in our yard with my dad, Vic. My dad had had many golf "students" but Tom was clearly the best. Vic loved watching Tom's golf improve over the years, and hear of his many successes.

My husband, Mark, and I had a great time at Tom's wedding. It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with all of the McCarthy family and celebrate.

A couple years later Mark and I were invited by Tom to play a round of golf with him at the course at which he was the pro. Mark and I knew we would totally stink in comparison to Tom. We told Tom that the caddies he had arranged for would have trouble walking and not rolling on the ground laughing at our awful shots. He assured us, "They won't laugh if I'm there." He was right. The caddies showed tremendous self-control. Tom also proved his tremendous ability to say positive and encouraging comments in any situation, even about our pitiful golf shots.

Tom's smile, friendly personality and genuine warmth will be lovingly remembered. We love you, Tom, and wish you peace in Paradise.

Love,
Brigid Riordan

February 16, 2016

Always loved Tom. Such a good man. We grew up in the golf industry together in the Philadelphia area. Tom always took great care of me and my members on our winter vacations to Naples. He was so much fun. Loved Tom. An ace and true professional.

Gary Rodgers
Golf Professional
Doylestown Country Club
Doylestown, PA

February 13, 2016

Dear Bev & Pat
So sorry we cannot attend the mass celebration of Tom's life. Last night Don & I got the flu. Accept our sympathies & prayers. May you & your family find strength during this difficult time.
Fondly, Don & Sandy Wilde

Kathleen (Reynolds) Heming

February 3, 2016

The McCarthy's were childhood friends of our family, when we all lived on Plainfield Avenue. Tommy, you look just as sweet and lovable now, as you were as a child! My deepest sympathy to Mr. & Mrs. McCarthy and Mary, Margaret, Jane, Kate, Elizabeth, Jim and your families. Also sending my deepest sympathy to Tom's wife and family. It is never easy losing a loved one, but I do believe that Tom is in a better place. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you, and help you through this most difficult time in all of your lives. Rest peacefully, Tom, and May God Bless all of you!

Sincerely,
Kathy Reynolds Heming

Roger Curran

February 1, 2016

I enjoyed working with Tom at Esplanade. He was always friendly and outgoing. He often brightened my day while there. You will be missed.

January 30, 2016

Tom was one of a kind- he was the best boss I ever had and he touched so many lives. We had the greatest times at Bonita Bay and he helped so many of us in our careers. I have been in touch with many of our staff from our days at Bonita Bay and we all want to pass along our sincerest sympathies to the McCarthy family- we will miss you Tommy and thanks for all the great lessons you taught me

Lynda Dexter

January 30, 2016

I know Tom only a short time but he always had a smile and time to give advice at Golfsmith. He truly loved golf and shared that enthusiasm with all.

Stephen Tucker

January 29, 2016

I must say that Tom was an exceptional person that always had nothing but compliments for his fellow man. I have only known him for a few months, but his warmth as a human being will be with me forever!
May God Bless you Tom

Sue Phelps

January 28, 2016

Tom was a very special guy, always willing to help and a true class act. I will miss his smiling face and great personality at Esplanade. My deepest sympathy to all of his family and friends. You will be missed.

January 28, 2016

RIP Tommy Boy, We will miss the fun times we had at the Pro Shop at Esplanade Golf and Country Club. You were a great man and had much knowledge about the game of golf. You will be missed here by all....

Tom Gardner (Naples, FL)

Carole Root

January 28, 2016

I am saddened by the loss of a fellow team member. I hope the passage of time will help ease your sadness and leave you with happy memories. RIP Tom

Dennis Miller

January 28, 2016

I am deeply saddened for your loss. I didn't know Thom all that well, we were colleagues under the same employer. I wish we had taken the time for deeper conversations other than those work related, but, I know he was a hard working, dedicated gentleman, and that he will be sorely missed. RIP, Thom

Donna Carruth

January 27, 2016

We miss your very calm, unassuming guidance to improve our golf game. Most of all, we miss knowing you will be in the golf shop helping us with whatever we need. You helped me with my latest club selection and even double wrapped my grips so I'll have a part of you with me always.

Todd Blanton

January 27, 2016

RIP Tom. You were a good man, far too young to go so soon. You will be missed...

Fr. Bill Stout

January 27, 2016

To John and Beverly McCarthy, the parents of their dear son, Thomas: Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences from all your fellow friends and ministry colleagues at Clement Manor. God bless you and keep you in His comfort in these difficult Days.
+ Thomas John McCarthy - "May his soul and all the souls of the Faithful Departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in Peace." AMEN.

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