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William E. McCarthy
1945 - 2019
William E. McCarthy
1945 - 2019
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William McCarthy Obituary
William E. "Bill" McCarthy of Levittown died sudddenly on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Jefferson Bucks Hospital. He was 74.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Bill attended Xaverian High School. After graduating he joined the US Army and served during the Vietnam War.
Following his time in the service, he came home and pursued his love affair with thoroughbred horse racing. He followed in his uncle's footsteps and started his training career in Maryland. Eventually, he found his way up to Pennsylvania to train at Liberty Bell and the new Keystone (now Parx) racetrack. His passion for horse racing was a major part of his life.
Beloved husband of the late Janet, Bill was the loving father of Carrie McCarthy and William C. McCarthy. He will also be missed by his dog, Jack.
He is also survived by his sister, Donna McCarthy Dellecave and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William and Catherine, and his brother, Thomas.
Family and friends are invited to call from 1 until 3 p.m. on Friday, July 5th at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 2200 Trenton Rd., Levittown where his funeral service will be held at 3 p.m.
Cindy Haggart
July 4, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are being sent to Carrie and her family, stay strong
Janet Elliot
July 3, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this news. Bill was a wonderful man & horsemen. He was always there to lend me a helping hand when I was at the races. He was a gentleman and his integrity was unequalled at the race track. I will miss chatting with him & hearing his stories. God speed dear Bill, I will miss you.
T.j Berry
June 30, 2019
So sorry to hear this bill was a good man and a gentleman sorry for our loss
Wendy Jenigen
June 30, 2019
My condolences to his family. I knew him since1976 and galloped horses for him at Keystone. Wonderful trainer, friend and man. You will be missed by many. R.I.P.
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Dennis Chapman
June 29, 2019
Mr. McCarthy was a pillar among men. A true and honest gentleman, a dedicated husband, and father. He was an outstanding Trainer & Owner at PARX Racing and a man I could call "friend". He will be sorely missed by all who came in contact with him. I pray he is at peace and pain free and I ask that he look down on all of us with a warm smile. A Great Man.........taken way too soon.
Janice Irving
June 29, 2019
So sorry for your lost,Bill was a good man and horseman and I enjoyed working for him.
Fred Hart
June 29, 2019
Bill was my trainer for over 25 years, but more importantly he was my friend. A loyal and trustworthy man, who's word was his bond. Outstanding horse trainer, who developed Noble Maz into a 2-time stakes winning filly, who after her race career was over, became a stakes producing broadmare, Her son Noble Indy ran in the Kentucky Derby last year. I will miss "talking horses" with my long time friend and trainer Bill. God speed my friend!
June 28, 2019
Our thoughts remain with you and your family at this time. We are honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in us during this difficult time.
- The Staff of James J. Dougherty Funeral Home
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