ROBERT GARVIN MCCARTHY

Robert Garvin McCarthy, of Stony Point, NY, died tragically and innocently, along with his brother-in-law Gerald O'Leary on September 11, 2001 as a result of the World Trade Center disaster. Robert was 33 years old. He was employed as an OTC Trader by Cantor Fitzgerald on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center. Robert was born in the Bronx on June 29, 1968 to Robert and Patricia (Garvin) McCarthy. He attended St. Joseph's Regional High School and graduated from Manhattan College with a Bachelors Degree in finance. Robert married his wife Annie Rosenfeld on August 21, 1999. They had their first child, a son Shane Robert just four weeks ago on August 26, 2001. Robert was so excited to become a father and enjoyed every moment with his baby, he was the new love of his life. Robert is survived by his loving wife Annie, his parents Robert and Patricia McCarthy of Thiells, a sister MaryJean O'Leary of Stony Point, a brother Patrick James McCarthy of Orangeburg, his grandmother Jenny McCarthy, his uncle John McCarthy, his nephew Michael Patrick O'Leary, his niece Taylor Ann Rosenfeld, his mother-in-law and father-in-law Gloria and Sy Rosenfeld and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Loverly and David Rosenfeld. He is predeceased by his uncle James Patrick Garvin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2001 at 10:15 am at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church in Garnerville, NY. The family will receive friends at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church on Monday, September 24 and Tuesday, September 25 from 3 pm-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Robert G. McCarthy Memorial Fund, PMB #871, 222 Route 9W, Haverstraw, NY 10927. Robert was an extremely hard worker who loved life. He was a devoted husband, father, son and brother. We will never forget his wonderful personality and great sense of humor. He is remembered and loved by everyone that he met. We will always miss his generosity and loving ways. MICHAEL J. HIGGINS FUNERAL HOME Route 9W, Stony Point 845-786-3500