Stephen R. McCarthy
Stephen R. McCarthy, of Avon, passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2023 at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Karen (O’Brien) McCarthy. Loving father of Brian McCarthy and his wife Corinne of E. Bridgewater, Matthew McCarthy and his wife Laura of Braintree, Stephen McCarthy and his wife Tayla of Pembroke, and Colleen (McCarthy) Madar and her husband Shaun of Plymouth. Cherished brother of Paula (McCarthy) Lyons and her husband Dietmar, and the late Robert and Michael McCarthy. Beloved Grampy to 8 beautiful grandchildren: Rylee & Khloe McCarthy, Emma & Bobby McCarthy, Ryan & Angela McCarthy, and Danny & Hayley Madar. Son of the late Robert and Patricia McCarthy. Also fondly remembered as “Uncle Steve” by his many nieces and nephews.
Steve worked as a diesel mechanic for the MBTA for 28 years. He loved traveling to Aruba, loved Chatham, antiques, took pride in his beautiful home and yard, and most of all, loved spending time with family and friends.
Funeral from the Hurley Funeral Home, 134 So. Main St. (Rt. 28), Randolph, on Friday, October 20th at 10:15am followed by a funeral mass at St. Michael Church in Avon at 11am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, October 19th from 4-8pm. Interment private.
Guestbook
First Name: STEPHEN AND MARY
Last Name: SLAVINSKY
City: Randolph
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/17/2023
Karen and Family
We were so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Great man!! He will be missed by all. Sending hugs and prayers.
Love
The Slavinsky Family xo
First Name: Donna
Last Name: Conrad
City: Brockton
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/17/2023
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Karen and the entire family. My heart aches for all of you. Cherish all the beautiful memories you've had with him and he'll stay and live in your hearts forever. Many prayers to comfort you during this very difficult time.
Donna Conrad
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Doherty
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/17/2023
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you All at this very Sad time..??❤
First Name: Kim
Last Name: McCarthy
City: Abington
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/17/2023
Steve, Tayla and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim and Mike McCarthy
First Name: Stephen
Last Name: Chapman
City: Whitman
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
One of my pleasures in life was making stephen a k a Waldo Laugh
He loved to laugh and it
Wasn't that I was a great comedian. He just loved to laugh and smile. Plus he was a very strong man never complaining about his health. Also, he was a great friend to my sister and her husband and many others My sincere condolences to Karen and the rest of the McCarthy family.
rest in peace, my friend.
First Name: Stephen
Last Name: Chapman
City: Whitman
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
One of my favorite things to do was to make stephen laugh. It's not because I was a great comedian he just loved to laugh and smile. She was a very strong man never complaining about any problems especially his health. Stephen
Was also a great friend. To my sister and many other people.. My condolences to karen and the rest of the mccarthy family
May you rest in peace,
First Name: Barbara
Last Name: Bernasconi
City: South Dennis
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
Karen and family so sorry to read about Steve . Sending my condolences and my prayers???
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Synan
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
Where can i begin, Steve we sure did love to laugh together and my memories go far beyond that i can write. Karen we have BFF’s forever & please know i am here for you & your beautiful family, i love you all cherish your memories he was the best!!
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Evans
City: Venice
State: FL
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
Dear Karen and Family, Sending my heartfelt condolences over the loss of your beloved husband and father. May treasured memories of Steve provide comfort during this very difficult time.
First Name: Paul
Last Name: Chapman
City: Avon
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
So Sorry. My sincerest condolences. Never easy no matter what the circumstances. The McCarthy family is full of strength and support that will be a great aide during these troubling times. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
First Name: Nancy
Last Name: Quinton
City: New Bedford
State: AL
Country:
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
So sorry for your loss Karen an your family. My thoughts an prayers are with you.thinking of you at this very sad time.
First Name: Debra
Last Name: Flanigan
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
So very sorry for this huge loss to your family !! Unfortunately my husband Michael and I are out of town and unable to make the services. God bless ? The Flanigan Family
First Name: Jim and Lindy
Last Name: Paul
City: Rockland
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 10/18/2023
To the entire McCarthy Clan
We are so saddened to hear of your devastating loss . Please be comforted in his lasting legacy with each other , his children and grandchildren. Steve and Karen have done an Exceptional job in raising you guys !
With all our love and support
Jim and Lindy
First Name: Jolene
Last Name: Wagner
City: Taunton
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/19/2023
Karen and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Although nothing can make your grief easier, I hope you can take peace and comfort with his memories.
First Name: Linda
Last Name: Bailey
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/19/2023
Matt and family, so sorry for your loss.
You will be missed. Rest in peace.
First Name: Judy
Last Name: Guilbault
City: Avon
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 10/19/2023
Dear Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
RIP Steve
First Name: Paul and Amy
Last Name: Loughran
City: Morrisville
State: VT
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/19/2023
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Mccarthy family!
First Name: Jean
Last Name: Guilbault
City: Avon
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/19/2023
Dear Karen and Family...so very sorry for your loss, sending prayers. Love The Guilbault family
First Name: Pam and Sonny Thomas
Last Name:
City: Avon
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/20/2023
Karen, Sonny and I are so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
First Name: Christine
Last Name: Johndrow
City: AVON
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 10/20/2023
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Stephen! My prayers are with you all as you navigate through this most difficult time! May he RIP ?
First Name: Lorelei
Last Name: Sass
City: Avon
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 10/20/2023
To Karen and the entire McCarthy family: I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. You’re an incredibly close family and I know you will find strength in each other. Deepest condolences from the Sass family.
First Name: Dr. Richard and Kay
Last Name: LoGuercio
City: Norwell
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 10/31/2023
Dear Karen and family ,
Kay and I just found out yesterday about the passing of Steve. We are so sorry for your loss . Pleae accept our sincere condolences.
We hope you all find comfort and support from your wonderful
family .
Best regards,
Rich and Kay LoGuercio