Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Holt Funeral Home

510 S Main St

Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Dennis McCarthy Obituary

NO. SMITHFIELD - Dennis R. McCarthy, 73, of No. Smithfield, died Sunday, January 25, 2015 in his home. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late William "Wally" and Doris (McHale) McCarthy and former husband of Patricia J. (Burns) McCarthy.
Dennis was a 1967 graduate of Providence College, earning his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science. He was a Navy veteran. Dennis was a pharmaceutical representative for over 30 years, having worked for Burroughs and Wellcome. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, golfing, often with his brother, and taking care of his lawn.
He leaves two sons, Brian McCarthy and his wife Deana of Pascoag and Kevin McCar- thy and his wife Kathy of Greenville; two brothers, Charles McCarthy and his wife Joyce of Smithfield and William McCarthy and his wife Sue of Cape Cod, MA; his sister, Mary-Lynn Marland and her husband Dennis of Woonsocket; and four grandchildren, Samantha, Morgan, Colin and Hope McCarthy.
His funeral will be held Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 10 AM in the Holt Funeral Home, 510 So. Main St., Woonsocket. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Cumberland. Calling hours are Friday from 4-7 PM. www.holtfuneralhome.com

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

Published by Woonsocket Call from Jan. 26 to Jan. 28, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis McCarthy

Sponsored by Holt Funeral Home Curtis J. Holt's Sons Funeral Directors.

Not sure what to say?





Winsor Esten

February 16, 2015

Dear Kevin and Brian,
I was deeply saddened to hear about your father's passing.Denny was a great guy and a real character. We had many happy times golfing and socializing together. He will always have a very special and fond spot in my memories and heart.
Winsor

Ann Tobin

February 4, 2015

Brian and Kevin and The McCarthy Family, There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

January 30, 2015

Kevin, Brian and families: Deepest condolences on the loss of your dad. Denny was a great guy. Donna will make a special margarita in his memory. He will be missed.
Love, Bill, Donna Will & Lindsay

Roy Wieselquist

January 30, 2015

" To Brian and Kevin and the McCarthy family, our deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow" Roy Wieselquist and family.

Frank Varrecchione

January 30, 2015

Kevin and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this tough time....

Kathy and Pat McHale

January 28, 2015

Brian and Kevin:
We are very saddened to hear about your dad. We will always have great memories of the beach house in Narragansett with your mom and dad and the Christmases at Wally's and Doris'.

Pauline Doire

January 26, 2015

Brian and Kevin my sincere condolences on the passing of your dad.

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in Dennis McCarthy's name

Memorial Events
for Dennis McCarthy

Jan

30

Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Holt Funeral Home

510 S Main St, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Jan

31

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

Holt Funeral Home

510 S Main St, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Jan

31

Burial

Resurrection Cemetery

Cumberland, RI 02895

Funeral services provided by:

Holt Funeral Home

510 S Main St, Woonsocket, RI 02895

How to support Dennis's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Dennis McCarthy's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more