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Keith Barott
July 11, 2017
I worked for Wally back in 2010 and he was always a kind, approachable individual who cared about his employees just as much as his business.
Patrick Joyce
June 15, 2017
All I heard was his name. And knew he was a Minnesota icon!
Kenneth Laursn
June 4, 2017
Walley was one of the nicest people I ever worked for, I find myself writing too many of these lately. I always looked forward to my day at work at the old lindahl Oldsmobile. Between Walley, and Terry Feldmann who I regret I was still on active duty, and wasn't able to pay my respects to when he passed, were two wonderful people. I still reminisce fondly of my days at lindahl from 1980-1984. Being I just heard of wallets passing, huggs to all the family members. If you don't recognize my name, they called me HERMAN MUNSTER because my first day working there I showed up for work driving a little Opel GT, and I am 6'3" and someone said I looked like Herman Munster getting out of that little car, and so the nickname stuck, having an off the wall sense of humor, I didn't mind, it was fun. Ken Laursen
June 4, 2017
So sorry for your loss
May your father rest in peace
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Yvonne (blackie) Fuchs Korneck
June 4, 2017
I'm very sorry to hear about Walley. Our prayers are with you all. When I met him for the first time, he was a very nice man. We will be thinking of you at this time.
Chris and Marna Bame Bame
June 4, 2017
Wally was a blessing to us all. A strong man with a conviction and a passion for life. Wally's kindness and generosity was given with compassion and grace . We are fortunate to
know him in business and in friendship.
Fish On ...Wally, in Gods great fishing grounds .
Chris and Marna Bame
Lloyd Hemenway
June 3, 2017
Truly one of the greatest Automotive Dealers in the world, respected and admired by all whom had the privilege to meet and get to know him Wally was one of a kind. On behalf of the family and employees of West Metro Buick GMC we send our prayers to Mr McCarthys entire family during this very sad time.
June 3, 2017
Saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Wally. My mother, Arlys, was his sister. Some of my earliest memories are of him. Those were the days of visiting family on Sunday afternoons, so I have so many wonderful memories of being with him and my cousins.
I remember the day he took my family to see his first dealership. Little did we know of the great success he was to achieve. I have always been very proud of his many accomplishments.
Two special memories: Uncle Wally teaching me to water ski and giving me World Series tickets when the Twins made it!
Uncle Wally was a loving and compassionate man. He was very generous and supportive to my parents. He was always there for them in what ever way was needed. He was there for me when my father, mother, and brother died. I will always remember those special acts of kindness.
Uncle Wally, you are loved, will be missed, and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sharon Blau
Williams Bay, WI
Chuck Peterson
June 3, 2017
, bought my first car from Wally McCarthy 1962 a 62 Rambler ambassador how are my favorite was a 1967 Olds Toronado great guy the deal with just a great guy
Al Friedland
June 3, 2017
Wally was one of the remaining great owners, like Hess Kline, Jack Walser, Jim Lupient, Rudy Luther, and the Grossman family who really cared for their customers and employees like family. Wally has helped train many of the great dealers of his time.
Chuck Peterson
June 3, 2017
Bought my first car from Wally and 1962 a 1962 Ambassador Rambler but numerous cars over the years my favorite being a 1967 Oldsmobile Toronado look forward to dealing with Wally a great guy
Chuck Peterson
June 3, 2017
Bought my first car. From wally a 1962 American motors ambassador,many cars over the years my favorite a 1967 Olds tornado looked forward to every deal just to chat with wally he was one of a kind
Tom Yeager
June 3, 2017
Six years ago I met Wally McCarthy on the putting green at Indian Ridge Country Club in Palm Desert, California. After a short conversation, we discovered we had something in common: a passion for fishing. The rest is history. We became the best of friends. When Wally and Joanna were in the desert, my wife and I loved spending time with them, many times over a great meal. Of course, Wally demanded on picking up the bill and you didn't dare argue with him. That was Wally McCarthy.
When I would visit Wally at his desert home, we would chat about fishing, current events, but mostly about many of the incredible experiences this man had in his life. I was in awe. What a life, what a man, what a legacy.
Wally will always be loved, never forgotten, and forever missed. The sign reads 'Gone Fishing'
Rest in peace my friend.
Tom and Margaret Yeager
Max and Marlene Kearns
June 3, 2017
We knew Wally for several years. We were honored to do some work for him and his family members. He will always be remembered for his kindness and his love for life. He lived life to the fullest, but he never forgot the little people who made him a big man with a big heart.
June 2, 2017
Bought a few Yukon's from Wally World.
R. I. P
James Meyers
June 2, 2017
I had the great opportunity to work for Wally for 5 years. I could listen to his stories for hours. He was a great man and a legend in the car business. My favorite times were, when I was doing live radio on WCCO, to walk in his office and put him on the air! What a great showman, he never ceased to amaze me. Rest in peace Mr. McCarthy. You truly will be missed by all.
Gregory Clark
June 2, 2017
Wally was my boss,my mentor, my friend. His belief in me changed my life, my future, and the future of my family. Words fall short to express all he was and meant to so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you---
Greg, Carol and Tiffany Clark
Steve Ingram
June 2, 2017
The Brothers of Newport Lodge #118 offer our sincere condolences to your family at this difficult time. The Celestial Lodge has received a remarkable man.
Ellen Anderson
June 2, 2017
Wally had a natural compassion for people. As an employee I was on the receiving end of his compassion which was given without fanfare. Rest in Peace, Wally, you will be missed.
Marlene Karnatz
June 2, 2017
Wally, was one very dear man!!! It was an honor to know him, and I love all of you - his dear family, and Joanna!!! God bless and comfort each of you during this time and in the days ahead!!! Each of you have my prayers, love, hugs, and deepest sympathy!!! ~ Marlene Karnatz
Lorrie Pommerening
June 2, 2017
Our Sympathy to your Family. Lowell was a Lodge Brother with Wally and bought many Oldsmobiles from Him. Candy lived two houses from us on Portland Avenue, St. Paul Park. Lowell is in the Memory Unit at Norris Square in Cottage Grove, he has short term memory, but always talks about Wally.
God's Blessings,
Lowell and Lorrie Pommerening
June 2, 2017
A true legend, Rest in Eternal Peace
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