Michael A. McCarthy

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Michael McCarthy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cargain Funeral Homes Inc. - Carmel on Dec. 21, 2025.
Michael A. McCarthy of Carmel, NY a man of integrity and intellect, passed away on December 18, 2025 at the age of 74.
He was born on March 2, 1951, in Brooklyn, NY, to his late parents John and Jeanne (Quamme) McCarthy, Michael grew up in a vibrant and close-knit community that shaped his compassionate nature and zest for life.
In 1972, Michael married the love of his life, Donna (Byrne), in Jackson, NJ. Together, they embarked on a life journey filled with love, laughter, and the joyous chaos of raising a family. They were blessed with three wonderful children: Patrick, Colleen, and Sharon.
He reveled in his role as a father, guiding his children with wisdom and a gentle hand.
Michael is survived by his devoted wife, Donna McCarthy, his loving children, Patrick and his wife Erin, Colleen and her husband Doug and Sharon and her husband John along with his seven adored grandchildren: Kaelyn, Ashlinn, Seamus, Ryan, Braden, Jacob, and Mikayla, who will forever remember their grandfather's warm embrace and boundless encouragement. Michael's memory will also be honored by his dear siblings, James and Maryanne.
Sadly, he was preceded in death by his two brothers Thomas and John McCarthy.
His professional pursuits were as remarkable as his personal life. Earning his Master's Degree was one of his many academic accomplishments, leading to a prestigious career in Publishing for Hachette Filipacchi in Manhattan, where he excelled and left an indelible mark on his industry and coworkers alike.
Michael A. McCarthy lived a life that exemplified exceptional character, may we find comfort in the knowledge that his remarkable life has been a beacon of light to all who had the pleasure of his company.
In Lieu of flowers a memorial donation in Michael's memory may be mailed to Rosary Hill Home, 600 Linda Avenue Hawthorne, New York 10532, please note memorial donation for Michael McCarthy in the memo setion.
A Mass of Christian burial to celebrate Michael's life will take place 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Our Lady of the Lake Church, Noonan Drive, Carmel, NY.
A private cremation will take place, following the Mass.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Cargain Funeral Homes, Inc., 10 Fowler Avenue, Carmel, NY 10512, 845-225-3672, www.cargainfuneralhomes.com.
We at Cargain Funeral Homes, Inc. are deeply committed to responsibly responding to the health, well-being, and needs of the families, guests and communities we are privileged to serve.
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Mike will be remembered in the magazine business as one of the kindest souls there is. His decades of charity work helping others provided inspiration and a guiding light for those that knew him. He will be sorely missed and never forgotten.

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