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Robert McCarthy Obituary

Scituate Robert E. McCarthy, died at home on March 11, 2008 age 80 after a period of failing health. Loving husband of Anna (Gorman). Born and raised in Dorchester, Scituate resident for 43 years. He worked as a Boston Police Officer for 31 years, retiring 16 years ago. WWII Navy Veteran. Avid ballroom dancer, enjoyed spending time with his family. Father of Robert McCarthy, Jr. of Boston, Carol and Kathleen McCarthy both of San Antonio, TX, Maureen and Sharon McCarthy both of Scituate, Sean McCarthy of Middleboro, and Aileen Griffith and her husband Todd of Middleboro. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering of friends and family will be held at Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home, 382 First Parish Rd, Scituate on Thursday, March 13 from 4-8 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Friday at 1st Trinitarian Congregational Church, Scituate at 10 a.m. Burial will be private on a later date. At the familys request in lieu of flowers donations may be made in Roberts name to 1st Trinitarian Congregational Church, 381 Country Way, Scituate 02066. Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home 781 545-0196

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Mar. 12, 2008.

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Kay Marie Perry-Dougan

March 18, 2008

I keep thinking back to when I was a kid-ALL the visits to your house & mum would say " but you have 7 kids already!" And you or Ann would say "so what's 1 more?" I treasure those times with all of you & I remember Bob singing to me-I felt so special- & his sense of humor- especially ah his graces at dinner time! He got in trouble sometimes for those! But all us kids chuckled, under our breath if we could so we didn't get in trouble too!

Donna & Joe Krobock

March 14, 2008

To the McCarthy Family,

We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your husband and father. We will always remember Mr. McCarthy for his great sense of humor and easy-going manner. Your family has always been a second family for Joe and his memories of growing up with all of you have been repeated often to our girls. We will look fondly on our times spent with you and those to come in the future. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Donna, Joe, Caitlin & Keryn

John and Jeanne McCarthy

March 13, 2008

Dear Aunt Ann and Family,
I know Uncle Bob will be missed by many people. He had the greatest outlook on life. He helped me feel so much better and understood things when my mother died. I wish I could help you the way he helped me. His sense of humor was one in a million. We will miss him.

Ruth O'Brien

March 13, 2008

Dear Ann and Family,
You were our neighbors and over the years, our friends. Bob always shared that terrific smile. He was a great father, grandfather, and husband. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth and Tom O'Brien and family, Scituate and Port Charlotte, FL

Mike Casey

March 12, 2008

Mr. McCarthy,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USN during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Alice Bowker

March 12, 2008

Dear Ann and Children, We are so sorry to read of Bob's passing. He certainly was a wonderful person, husband and father. Joe and I have fond memories of our evenings together. Bob could always make us laugh with his humor and wonderful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. We are away at the present and will not be able to be with you. Alice and Joe Bowker, Naples, Florida

#5

March 12, 2008

You left us too soon! I miss you terribly and love you so much Dad!

Kathy Gorman

March 12, 2008

Mrs. McCarthy and family,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Mr. McCarthy has a wonderful and funny man.

My prayers and thoughts are with you all

Bob McCarthy

March 12, 2008

You were my Mothers favorite brother and our favorite uncle. We will miss you.

The Staff of Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home

March 12, 2008

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