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Colleen McCarthy Obituary
Sep 12, 1961 - Jan 28, 2010
Preceded in death by her father Patrick J. McCarthy. She is survived by her mother Margaret (O'Neill) Mc-Carthy; siblings, Theresa "Teri" Mc-Carthy", Pat (Maggie) McCarthy, Terry (Karen) McCarthy, Brian (Sue) Mc-Carthy, and Molly McCarthy. She is also survived by 7 nieces and 1 nephew. One of her biggest thrills was qualifying as a contestant for Jeopardy. They never called but she kept watching anyway. She had a network of amazing girlfriends, the group from Cathedral High School, the gang from Clark College, and her paralegal buddies.
SERVICES Monday 10:30am at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Wake Service Sunday 5pm at the 72nd St. Chapel. VISITATION with the family begins Sunday at 4pm also at 72nd St. Chapel. Memorials suggested to the Nebraska Kidney Foundation. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St., 391-1664
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Memories and Condolences
for Colleen McCarthy
Nicki (Wehr) Smith
February 1, 2010
Colleen was such a big part of my growing up. All the laughs, tears, and trying new things together. I will never the first time we made rice and burned the pan. I just loved Colleen. Nicki (Wehr) Smith, Nebraska City, NE
Nicki Smith
February 1, 2010
Colleen was such a big part of my growing up. All the laughs, tears, and trying new things together. I will never the first time we made rice and burned the pan. I just loved Colleen.
Susan Lyttek
January 31, 2010
To the McCarthy family and all those who loved her: Colleen was a dear friend. If I had to describe her succinctly, it would be "loyal friend". I think that's why she kept so many friends. You could depend on Colleen. She kept in touch with me after I transferred away from Clarke, she was a bridesmaid in my wedding, came to visit Gary and I many times, was one of the first to see my eldest son. I will miss her more than words can say. Heaven has gained a bright light! Our prayers are with you all, Gary and Susan Lyttek
Susan Lyttek
January 31, 2010
To the McCarthy family and dear friends: If I had to choose one word to describe Colleen, it would be loyal. She was a constant friend to me no matter where in the world I found myself. In my wedding, she was the only bridesmaid from college. She was one of the first to visit after my eldest son was born. She wrote regularly and kept me up-to-date on all the Clarke activities as well as sharing her life with Gary and I. If I needed her, she found the time for me. But I know she didn't only bless me with her life, she touched and nurtured so many just by being herself. She was loved, is loved, and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all. Gary and Susan Lyttek
January 31, 2010
Dear Margaret & Family:
Colleen was a dear dear friend throughout highschool and I was so happy she was able to be our guest at my wedding just last year looking happy and healthy and... well... COOL!! In describing her to my new husband Bill, the best comparison I could come up with was the Maureen O'Hara Character opposite John Wayne in "The Quiet Man". You certainly didn't want to get her IRISH up if you know what I mean! Fiesty, Funny and a SUPER friend for sure. Far stronger a person, I think than any of us really knew... she will be missed AND thought of fondly with PLENTY of laughter mingling with our tears. May God Bless you all and May the road rise to meet her...
Bill & Lesa (Hicks) Lindsay
Teresa Barnes
January 31, 2010
Dear MCarthy Family,
I am forever grateful for all the memories including the laughs and tears we shared. She was the "amazing" girlfriend as loyal and true blue as they come.
January 30, 2010
To Margaret and Family: Colleen was a warm, loving and intelligent
lady. We are remembering the many visits, dinners and conversations we had with her. Our prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Tom and Mary
Julie Kolp
January 30, 2010
" To Mrs. McCarthy and Family: Colleen was a great friend to me and my children. We will always remember our trips to the College World Series. She was loved by all of us." Julie, Matthew, Leighann and Patrick Kolp( Glen Ellyn, IL,)
January 30, 2010
" To Mrs. McCarthy and Family: Colleen was a great friend to me and my children. We will always remember our trips to the College World Series. She was loved by all of us." Julie, Matthew, Leighann and Patrick Kolp( Glen Ellyn, IL,)
Avita Mace
January 29, 2010
To the McCarthy Family,,, Colleen was taken far to early. I will always remember our fun at Smith Peterson, the Billy Joel and Elton John concert in Ames when the security guards were tellling us to get of the chairs (because we were both too short to see!) and the road trip to Dubuque. She is at peace now.
Sheila Turbes
January 29, 2010
"Cool" was such an amazing friend! From our first day of high school 34 years ago at Cathedral to now, every time we were together was filled with so much laughter. I will miss her so much and will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheila Riley Turbes
Jean Herman-Fehr
January 29, 2010
To the McCarthy Family:
Colleen has been one of my close friends and neighbor for fifteen years. I am heartbroken to hear of her passing. She was such a bright, warm, funny, wonderful person and will be sorely missed. May God comfort those who mourn.
Marita McCarthy-Real
January 29, 2010
To the McCarthy family-We were so sorry to hear that Colleen had passed away. She is with her dad now and together they are at peace from all worldly illnesses. Our deepest sympanthies are with you during this most difficult time.Marita (McCarthy) and Chuck Real
January 29, 2010
Dear Margaret and Family: So sorry to learn of Colleen's passing -- One of my best friends and my Cubs buddy -- I will always remember and love her and the many, many great times we had! Love, Annette Moore
January 29, 2010
To Colleen's family & friends,
She was a wonderful woman. Happy and full of life even when life was hard. She always had a smile and a kind word.
God Bless,
Jeanne & Tom Rice
Beth Grassau
January 29, 2010
Dear Brian, Sue, Kate, Brookie and entire McCarthy family - so sorry to hear about Colleen. You are all in my, TJ and Kara's prayers - we love you.
January 29, 2010
Dear Margaret,
We were so very sorry to hear about Colleen. We think of Pat and Colleen together now. Please know of our prayers for you and your family.
Maureen & Jim Waldron
Brooke Benschoter
January 29, 2010
To the McCarthy clan -
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of all of you in this time of sorrow. Pat and Mag, special thoughts sent your way.
Brooke Ann
Theresa Rome
January 29, 2010
McCarthy Family -
Colleen was one of my best friends for 34 years. She was and still is "the coolest of the cool".
Please know that I am keeping her in my daily prayers.
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