WILLIAM C. MCCONAGHY

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WILLIAM C. MCCONAGHY

WILLIAM MCCONAGHY Obituary

Published by McConaghy Funeral Home, Ltd. - Ardmore on Aug. 26, 2019.
WILLIAM C. MCCONAGHY of Newtown Square, for-merly of Villanova, PA died August 26, 2019 at the age of 82. A third generation funeral director, he was the owner and operator of the McConaghy Funeral Home in Ardmore, which was established by his grandfather in 1894. Due to his funeral service background, he was assigned to Arlington National Cemetery while being enlisted in the Army in 1958, where he assisted families of veterans with funeral planning and scheduling until being honorably discharged in 1960. He graduated from the Eckels College of Mortuary Science in 1957.

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September 4, 2019

Ron DelOrefice posted to the memorial.

September 4, 2019

Michael McDermott posted to the memorial.

September 2, 2019

Sharon Carbine posted to the memorial.

Ron DelOrefice

September 4, 2019

My condolences to the entire McConaghy Family. Bill was always a Gentleman.
I will always remember him as a Friend and the ultimate professional.
So on behalf of my Wife, the entire DelOrefice Family and me, Rest In Peace Bill.
Ron DelOrefice

Michael McDermott

September 4, 2019

Just heard the news. We watched a lot of youth hockey games together. R.I.P. Bill.

Sharon Carbine

September 2, 2019

Handsome Bill McConaghy was a wonderful, thoughtful man. I was sad to learn of his passing. I loved his bright, happy smile!

My family was originally from Ardmore, PA. Mr. McConaghy and his family, through McConaghy Funeral Home, handled all of my family's funerals with superb class and precision. I am glad Mr. McConaghy's sons are following his family's traditions. On behalf of the entire Carbine family, you have our deepest condolences.

Rich Valentine

September 1, 2019

Sorry for your lost. I just found out about his passing. Sending condolences and prayers from both The Valentine and Magee Families

September 1, 2019

To the McConaghy family, my sincere comfort to you with the loss of Bill. My family had the great pleasure of being next door neighbors, first of recent newlyweds Bill andCarol, then soon there,after their wonderful kids. I was in awe of him, imagine an adult who would take the time to shoot hoops with the 13 year old me. Do you think he took it easy on me on the court?No way. But he certainly taught me how to go to my left!! Always a gentleman, great sense of humor and very definitely one of my early role models. He has a permanent and endearing place in my memory. RIP, sir..

Jim McGee

August 30, 2019

A True Gentleman
Sincere Condolences to John and all family.
So sorry for your loss John, Stay strong.

Nancy Falcone

August 29, 2019

Carol and family,
Bill was a great guy, and he will all miss him.
I guess needed him and Phil to help in heaven.
Sincerely
Nancy Falcone and family

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charlie bannon

August 29, 2019

Sincere condolences to family. The last few days I have remembering fondly our days on Malvern,s basketball team. Bill was our captain and point guard. RIP old friend.

Bill Brennan

August 29, 2019

Dear Carol and family, We grieve with you on the earthly loss of Bill. We pray that the angels are giving him a warm welcome. He certainly earned it as a Christian role model and redemptive sufferer. I met Bill playing BB as high school seniors in Ocean City NJ. We played many pick-up games together, attended Villanova games and visited the Jersey Seashore. Bill introduced me to my first wife and he was a Groomsman at my wedding. I have deeply appreciated his friendship for 65 years and I consider it an honor to be his friend. Love to all, Bill and Joyce Brennan

Sister Peggie Friel

August 29, 2019

Our sincere sympathy and promise of prayers.

Sister Nora Friel. IHM
Sister Peggie Friel. IHM

Betsy McKeown

August 29, 2019

To the McConaghy family,
Please accept my deepest condolences at the loss of a wonderful man who was really one of the nicest people I ever met. Prayers for all of you.

Betsy McKeown

Michael Morgan

August 29, 2019

Unbeknownst to him, Bill inspired my start and career in the funeral business. He was kind to me the kid and appreciated the families he served. Great guy.

August 28, 2019

SORRY TO HEAR OF BILL'S PASSING. I HAD THE PLEASURE TO WORK WITH HIM ON OCCASIONS OVER MY 44 YEARS IN THE FUNERAL BUSINESS. HE WAS THE MOST LAID BACK AND EASY GOING PERSON TO BE WITH. JOHN FATZ

Gerry Kelly

August 28, 2019

To the McConaghy sorry for your loss I first met William C. when he was the President of Merion Fire Company of Ardmore. Bill hired me to cut the lawn around the funeral home, and then I would clean the viewing rooms in between funeral. Rest In Peace boss .

Donna (Patrick) Elberson

August 28, 2019

Dear Carol and Family, I know you wouldn't remember me with my married name, I'm Donna, Patsy's daughter. I was so shocked today when my husband Gerry told me that Bill had passed away. I'm so sorry for your loss of Bill. He was like a Big Brother to me when I was very young. I know it's been years since I've seen you but every January 11th I think of my mom and Bill. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Joanne Yeager

August 28, 2019

Aunt Carol and Family,
Uncle Billy was the kindest of men who guided our family through some tough times. He is in the arms of the angels now. Please accept my family's condolences.

August 28, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences at Bill's passing. He was a respected Funeral Director and a gentleman, in the truest sense.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Rodger McKinney

larry conway

August 28, 2019

To the McConaghy Family,
I am sorry for your loss!
Bill was a true gentleman in every sense of the word.
His service and time he gave to the United states army as well as the Merion Fire Co. of Ardmore is much appreciated.
He will be missed.
Larry Conroy,
Past President,
Merion Fire Co. of Ardmore

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Carol Fitzgerald

August 27, 2019

To Carol and all of the McConaghy family -
Thinking of you at this very sad time and praying you can find peace and comfort in the memories shared with Bill over so many years. He left a legacy of gentleness and love that will live on in the hearts of all those he touched. With our deepest sympathy and love, Carol and Joe

JImmy ODonnell

August 27, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jay Stretch

August 27, 2019

When I was 15 years old my father sent me over The McConaghys to do a pall bearing job in a suit that was 10 times too big for me and plenty of pins to hold it up in the back and Mr. Mc Conaghy just laughed and told me to get in there and carry the casket he was genuinely one of the nicest guys Ive ever met in this funeral business and Im sorry to see him go yes but I hope to be just like him someday real nice laid-back man Who always said something nice and encouraging say to you especially is a youngster in this business

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September 4, 2019

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