James R. "Big Guy" McCarthy

James R. "Big Guy" McCarthy obituary, Chicago Ridge, IL

James R. "Big Guy" McCarthy

James McCarthy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Apr. 29, 2025.

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James R. "Big Guy" McCarthy, age 73, at rest April 27, 2025. Beloved husband of 47 years to Kathy McCarthy, nee Gale; Loving dad of Alison (Steve) McCarthy-Weglewski and Patrick (Megan) McCarthy; Proud Bop of Declan, Isabelle and Charlotte Weglewski; Proud grandpa of Caden, Carter and Nathan McCarthy; Cherished son of the late Charles and Mary McCarthy; Dear brother of John (Bev) McCarthy, Mary Ann (Richard) Burke, Maureen (Bob) Brongiel and Joe McCarthy; Dearest brother-in-law of Richard (Cathy) Gale; Fond godfather and uncle; Longtime coach and friend to many; Visitation Thursday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Funeral Friday, 9:00 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 10621 S. Kedvale Ave., Oak Lawn, Mass 10:00 a.m.; Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to Elim School, www.elimcs.org; For Funeral info: (708) 422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.
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