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JAMES F. McCARTHY

1959 - 2016

BORN

1959

DIED

2016

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Montano-Shea Funeral Home - Winsted

922 Main St

Winsted, Connecticut

JAMES McCARTHY Obituary

McCARTHY, JAMES F. James F. McCarthy, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2016, at his home, with his loving family by his side. Born November 6, 1959 in Torrington; the son of the late Joseph and Shirley (Reel) McCarthy. Jimmy enjoyed working for the Town of Winchester in the Water Works Department for 30 years. He was a lifelong communicant of St. Joseph’s Church. He loved fishing, cruising on his Harley Davidson motorcycle and socializing with friends and family. He was a great man loved by all who knew him in the community and will be truly missed. He leaves his son, Kyle James McCarthy; two daughters, Dana Jo McCarthy and Bridie Lee McCarthy; two brothers, William McCarthy and Michael McCarthy; two sisters, Eileen Fitzgerald and Maureen McCarthy-Magill; and many close friends. Friends may call on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted from 5 – 8 P.M. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, December 23, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Church at 10 A.M. Burial will follow at Forest View Cemetery, Winsted. Memorial donations may be made to: The American Cancer Society and/or Knights of Columbus, Counsel #22. Visit an online guestbook at Montano-shea.com

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Published by registercitizen from Dec. 19 to Dec. 20, 2016.

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Bridie McCarthy

November 6, 2025

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad- you would have been 66 today. Wish you could see all the progress your crazy children have made - you would be one proud father at this point, and we did it all in your memory. Love you forever, keep watching over me, and also put in a good word with the big guy upstairs. Also, the winning lottery numbers would be nice, maybe send them to me in a dream - Forever your daughter <3

Bridie McCarthy

December 18, 2024

I can´t believe it´s been 8 years without you. Missing you today and always.

Harry Gagnon

December 13, 2024

Awesome friend, respectful in every way, sure miss him

Sue Huxley

December 29, 2016

We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing our deepest sympathy go out to his family especially his children. Rest in peace Jim!

Sue, Art and Steve Huxley

Harry gagnon

December 25, 2016

It was too hard to write anything till now
my deepest sympathy to Jimmy ' s family and friends...so sad...super guy describes Jimmy
and a great friend to everyone that knew him
RIP JIMMY

Donna and Butch Barth

December 23, 2016

To the family of Jim McCarthy. No words can express how sorry we are for your family's loss. Try to remember the many years of happy memories to get you through the tough times. There is an angel up above watching over all of you. All our Love, Donna and Butch Barth and girls

December 22, 2016

To all He s family and friends we send our deepest sympathy and love, Jimmy was one of a kind and a very unique and special man!!! Juno and Kim Gomez

Lee and Charlene Thomsen

December 22, 2016

Our deep sympathy to Jim's family. Jim was a good man and will be missed by all. He enjoyed a good life cut too short.

Sincere condolences,
Lee and Charlene

Lee Ann Biancucci

December 22, 2016

To the McCarthy Family, Friends & Coworkers,

My heart goes out to all of you. Please accept my deepest condolences. I knew Jimmy through Mark Cardillo. He was always positive and had a smile on his face, very friendly to me, a very sweet man. God bless all of you, and Jimmy. RIP.

Donna Ellis Jones

December 21, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the McCarthy family and friends that he leaves behind. He was a great friend to me.

Ron and Pam Banks

December 21, 2016

We are deeply saddened to hear that Jimmy lost his battle. Our deepest sympathies to the McCarthy family. He was a great person and will be missed by all who knew him. It was a privilege to have worked with him for 25 years.

Laurie & Darrin Chirico

December 21, 2016

Our condolences and deepest sympathy to the McCarthy family. RIP Jimmy Mac.

Cindy Miller

December 21, 2016

We are so very sad for all who knew Jimmy.He was a great guy who loved his children. Foundly,Bruce,Cindy,Erik and Evan Miller

Martha Winn Murphy

December 21, 2016

I just wanted to send my deepest sympathy to the McCarthy family.My heart broke when I heard of his passing. Again my deepest sympathy. You are all in my prayers.

Kim Sparks Vaccari

December 21, 2016

Jimmy had a kind and caring heart! Sending his family and friends prayers and healing thoughts!

Debbie Moore & Tom Lopardo

December 21, 2016

To Jimmy's Children & The Entire McCarthy Family, May the love and prayers of friends keep you strong and hold you up during this very sad time. Heaven has another amazing Angel. I'm sure he will be watching over all of you. Rest peacefully Jimmy Mac. You will be sorely missed forever...

December 20, 2016

Kyle, Bridie and Dana - Please know you are in our hearts right now and always. We loved your dad and we are so sorry for your loss.
We are here if you need anything.

Dave, Tracie, Rachel and Jake Wendel

Karen Hilbert-Heath

December 20, 2016

Our deepest condolences goes out to the entire McCarthy family. Jimmy will be remembered as a great man with a smile that no one will ever forget. May your heavy hearts be filled with fondest memories of Jimmy in time. RIP Jimmy

johanna parrott

December 20, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Mc Carthy family. May happy memories guide you through this difficult time.
Johanna and Lou Parrott

December 20, 2016

Jimmy was a friend to ALL who knew him. He was always ready with a smile and I miss that smile already. Heartfelt wishes to all the McCarthys.
Robin Ackley Hassig

Gary&Cynthia Lefebvre

December 20, 2016

Condolences to the McCarthy family on your loss.

Jim Barber III

December 20, 2016

My Condolences to Jimmys Family.Jim was a very nice man who always seemed to have a smile on his face.Wishing you all strength and peace.My Deepest Sympathy,Jim

December 20, 2016

Such a shock to hear about Jims' passing. I will always remember him as a true friend and a great town employee. My condolences to his family. Richard McKie

Cheryl Jamieson

December 20, 2016

Godspeed Jimmy.
You will be missed.

Cheryl Jamieson

December 20, 2016

Godspeed Jimmy. You will be missed!

December 20, 2016

Jimmy was a great guy and loved his town of Winsted. He will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with his family.

Sandi Young & family

December 20, 2016

I grew up with Jimmy. He was always the guy with the smile and a kind word. He will always have a very special place in my heart. Barb Cuatt Naugle

Nancy Stavnitzky-Boudreau

December 20, 2016

Jimmy was a good guy. He will be missed dearly.My thoughts and prayers go to All who knew him. RIP!!

Patty Rocco

December 20, 2016

Thoughts an prayers to all the McCarthy Family. Jimmy was a good man. He will be missed by many.

Terry Brennan

December 20, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Jim was a great person gave a lot to our town will be missed by all who knew him.

Jamie Sutherland

December 20, 2016

Sorry for the loss of a wonderful friend brother son dad.

Phyllis Kaplan

December 20, 2016

Condolences to all who knew this great guy RIP Jimmy.

Tracy Morales-Gabelmann

December 20, 2016

One of the absolute best! Jim made a positive impact on all he met. He will be missed by all who knew him. Hope you are comforted by warm memories, happy thoughts and love as you navigate through this difficult time.
Love,
Tracy, David, Saige and Keira xoxoxo

December 20, 2016

we are very sorry to hear that Jim lost his battle he will be missed

Jan and Bob Young

December 20, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Jimmy with a smile on his face, and are blessed to have shared so many wonderful memories with him. Gone too soon.
With love, The Huber's
Dennis, Kim, Michael, Brian and Jeremy

bubba

December 20, 2016

godspeed jimmy mac.

Peter Guglielmino

December 19, 2016

So sorry for your loss. You could not find a nicer person & he surely will be missed!! My thoughts & prayers are with his family

Ron and Heather Roux

December 19, 2016

So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed.

Beth Jamieson Dunn

December 19, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss. RIP Jimmy.

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Dec

22

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Montano-Shea Funeral Home - Winsted

922 Main St, Winsted, CT 06098

Dec

23

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Church

CT

Dec

23

Burial

Forest View Cemetery

Winsted, CT

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922 Main St, Winsted, CT 06098

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