Miles Austin McCarthy

June 2, 1990 - March 13, 2025

Never were there stars, in any constellation- juxtaposed just so- to illuminate your grace, so that you yourself could see.

Miles "Mia" McCarthy was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Melanie Smith McCarthy and Wade McCarthy. She graduated from Weaver Academy in Greensboro, North Carolina, and went on to become a licensed massage therapist. Miles was an artist, writer, and musician.

Caring deeply for the wellbeing of others, Miles supported those in need and fiercely stood for the victimized. While Miles could salvage the best in the least of us, she could only catch glimpses of the gift she offered, in simply being herself. Miles was the essence of all that can be right with the world.

Miles is survived by her mother and stepmother (Amy Ambrosino), father, maternal grandmother (Janet Smith), paternal grandmother (Vikki McCarthy), paternal grandfather (John McCarthy), and an extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Miles was preceded in death by her beloved grandfather (Mike Smith), whom she loved fiercely and without boundaries.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Mar. 18, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Miles McCarthy

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20 Entries

Jes Littleton

July 4, 2025

My heart is heavy and sanded. I met Miles over a decade ago at group. We were both hot messes lol. I remember when they walked into the room for the first time our eyes met and the rest was history for us. To experience our early adulthood together to have someone else get what you are going through truly and to not be alone in the journey to heal. Such an amazing person inside and out. Always brought so much joy, laugher and compassion no matter what. Feisty, smart and ridiculously witty. They were authentically themselves and inspired others to embrace. Such a great gift to have got to experience their presence and be friends with. One of a kind

Kevin A

March 20, 2025

Miles was a bright light in the world, and I'm glad we were together through the wild times of the pandemic lockdown. She was often not able to see herself as a light in the world the way so many close to her did, but that doesn't change that she was.

Christine

March 20, 2025

I didn´t know Miles personally but my daughter Rebecca knew them at Weaver and I am a friend of Vikki´s. My deepest sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time of loss. Peace and comfort to all the family.

Rhonda Duggins

March 19, 2025

I´m so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I am a long time friend of Mindy´s. I feel like I know Miles. I know she is in heaven looking down on you. She is now at peace.

Andrea Thompson

March 19, 2025

Melonie, my heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. I pray that God grants you peace in the days ahead and fills your heart with cherished memories to hold onto forever.

Aunt Libby

March 19, 2025

Breathtaking beauty inside and out.

Carmen Melissa Gil

Planted Trees

Melanie Littlejohn Lee

March 18, 2025

Melanie, it's hard to put in words what my heart feels for you and your family at this moment...but know that Loves lives forever , Time heals, and memories are meant to be cherished...Offering you my heartfelt sympathy and sincerest condolences and prayers

Chance M

March 18, 2025

I'm still in disbelief that Miles has passed. I met them back in 8th grade, and they influenced and changed my life in more ways than they may have ever known. They came to help me when I was temporarily homeless in 2017 and whenever I see Wisteria flowers, I think of Miles because of how much they lit up when they saw them that day. The last message Miles sent me was telling me that they would give me a hug in person, and that they would give me a digital hug for now. Miles was one of the first true friends I ever had, and I was always in awe of their talent, intelligence, and their desire to help those in need. I wish we had gotten more time to hang out together.

Sidnell Harris

March 18, 2025

Melanie I am thinking about you and your family! I pray you can find peace in the days ahead. I pray that the many memories you hold of Miles provides comfort when you need them the most! Love ya!

John N

March 18, 2025

Melanie-so sorry for your loss. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Kim

March 18, 2025

My thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with you always, Melanie and Amy.

Becky Harman

March 18, 2025

Miles was such an amazing human and I'm grateful to have had them in my life for over a decade. They were one of my favorite people to get lost in forest with. They definitely brought a much needed light into my life. I will miss that light, part of my soul has dimmed.

Jessie Rae Moncla

March 18, 2025

For the past 20 years it has been such a gift to be friends with Miles. I will never forget her laugh and just how firecely they loved people and animals. I'll never forget the many beautiful, funny and adventurous memories we had together. I'm just so grateful I got to love her and be loved by her. I'm sending so much love to Mile's family and loved ones at this time.

James Defiglia

March 18, 2025

I´m still in disbelief over this. Miles possessed a sharp wit, keen sense of humor, and was a very talented bassist. Too much time passed since we last spoke and I regret it. Miles was a key part of the Weaver String Ensemble in the first years of its existence and was one of the students of that group who I was proudest of.

March 18, 2025

Sympathies at this difficult time.

Amanda McQueen

March 18, 2025

Truly a one-of-a-kind human. Lucky to have had the Weaver experience together and make memories over the years. Planting a tree for Miles is very fitting and I know it will inspire everyone who sits under it.