Robert McCarthy Sr.

MCCARTHY, ROBERT J., SR. Robert J. McCarthy Sr., 90, of Winsted, passed away peacefully on April 7. Bob “Mac” was born in Southington on August 11, 1923, and moved to Winsted at a young age, where he lived for the remainder of his life. He attended the Gilbert School, where he was active on the football, basketball and baseball teams. After graduating he served honorably in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Upon his return, he was a sports writer for the Register Citizen, of which he later became Editor. He was active in town politics and athletics, a member of the Board of Selectman and Recreation Board. He was well known for his town columns in the Winsted Citizen and Journal. He enjoyed duckpin bowling and was an avid golfer; he was a member of Greenwoods Country Club for over 50 years, where, upon retirement, he worked as a Pro-Shop Assistant. He was a member of the Elks, Knights of Columbus and Winsted Fire Department. A communicant of St. Joseph’s Church, he was an usher for many years. Bob loved attending all sports events of his son’s and grandson’s and never missed a game. The son of Ann (Tassi) and William McCarthy, he was predeceased by his loving wife of 57 years, Barbara Dietlin; his daughter, Erin Picard; and his sister Wilma Tazzara. He is survived by his son, Bob McCarthy and his wife Lynette; son-in-law Neil Picard,; his grandchildren, Darren, Kevin and Drew McCarthy, and Haley Picard. He also leaves his nephews, John, David, and Wayne; and niece, Elisa. The funeral will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, Winsted, on Saturday, April 12 at 11 a.m. Calling hours are Friday, April 11, at Maloney Funeral Home, 55 Walnut St., Winsted, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The family would like to thank the staff at Valerie Manor for their care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Church, Winsted. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.maloneyfuneral.com.