"To the McCarthy's: I have always admired you guys as a family and fortunately I have a great family of my own, something I value very much. I know Mike was such a big part of your family, that has only become stronger. I have three older sisters but no older brothers and I always thought if I had an older brother, that I wanted one like Rino's. Stay strong and I know I can speak for the rest of the gang, we're here if ya need us. For anything. sincerely, Mike Scott"
In loving memory of
Michael E. McCarthy
November 19, 1976 - September 10, 2004
Michael E. McCarthy, 27, of 68 Kay Street Newport, died Friday, September 10, 2004 in Walpole, Ma. Born in Newport, RI on November 19, 1976, he was the son of Edward P. McCarthy and Janet Kelly McCarthy. Mr. McCarthy was a 1995 graduate of Middletown High School and was active in football, baseball, and basketball and had been a captain of the basketball team his senior year.He was the recipient of the John Kroll Memorial Award for his dedication, leadership and unselfish play. He then graduated from Stonehill College in 1999 where he received a BA in education. He worked in Boston and San Francisco until September 11, 2001, when he returned to Rhode Island and began working as a substitute teacher in special education for area schools.Mike just began his third year as a special education resource teacher at Tiverton High School. He was also the coach for freshman football and baseball, and served as an assistant coach for varsity and JV. He was previously an assitant basketball coach at Middletown High School. Mike was an avid Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots fan, an active mentor and vibrant member of the community. He is survived by his parents Edward P. and Janet Kelly McCarthy of Middletown, RI, a brother Rian A. McCarthy of Middletown, R.I., a sister Kelly M. McCarthy of Newport, RI, and aunt and uncle Thomas and Ann-Marie Nevitt of Middletown, RI and several cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, September 14, at 10:00 AM in St. Lucys Church, 909 West Main Road, Middletown. Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery in Middletown.Donations will benefit a scholarship at both the Middletown High School and Tiverton High School, they may be sent to the Michael E. McCarthy Scholarship Fund c/o Guidance Department Middletown High School, Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842.
Tributes
"Mike, I do not know what to say sometimes but man do i wish you were back here. You were not only my brother but my best friend. Days go by when i need somebody to talk to and i just wish i could pick up the phone and call you and talk baseball or about the girls like you always asked me. As i listen to "Shakedown street" I can imagine how much fun you are having up there and thank you so much for everyting you did for me and everythign you will do for me over the rest of my life. Mike I love you and miss you your brother Rian"
"Kelly and family, I am so sorry to hear of your lose. Mike will be greatly missed but will always live on through all the lives that he touched. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Amanda E. Moniz MHS 1996"
"What a loss for all of Mike's students. I had class with Mike at Stonehill, and joyfully remember his energy, positive outlook, and passion for education. I'm truly sad to hear of his passing. Katy Boucher Shamitz Stonehill '99"
"The McCarthy Family, I met Mike in Mrs. Kern's 4th grade class, and remember the laughter and fun he brought even then. He was a staple of the Middletown Community, in my eyes and in others. He brought happiness, warmth and familiarity wherever he went. My deepest condolences to your family, he is truly missed by all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Laura Poulin MHS '95"
"Mike loved Youth Ministry. He loved the kids, the activities, the talks, discussions, and the challenges. He could relate to every kid that came on every retreat. And if he couldn't relate to them at first, he took the time to get to know and understand them. And that's what I will remember most about Mike-he appreciated that everyone was unique. He made the kids on those retreats feel like they had a purpose-and undoubtedly had a lasting influence on many of them. So many kids looked up to Mike. He was easy to like and get along with. And he always made you feel like he had all the time in the world no matter who you were. The world has lost an incredibly giving person, but heaven has gained one great soul. Kelly, I am thinking about you and your family every day."
"To the McCarthy family, My heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. I feel lucky to have known such a warm-hearted and selfless person. Mike's memory will undoubtedly live on with the many people who had the opportunity to know what an exceptional person he was. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Dear Janet and Ed, I am so very sorry to hear about Michael. I wanted you to know that I am praying for you and hope that you can be uplifted by the peace of Christ and the love of family and friends during this difficult time. Even though I never met Michael, I know I would have loved to hang out with him. May all the great memories you have of him and his life continue to warm your heart. Janet, I will always remember the encouragement I felt from your Dad who attended all my football games. He was always there and made a point to talk to me after each game. I suspect Michael was very much like him. All my love, Tim Tremblay"
"To the McCarthy Family- You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I went to school with Michael and he was just one of the greatest and nicest people I have met. He will be greatly missed!"
"Life is so unfair sometimes. I pray that you and your family will find that although the sun will never shine as brightly, it will shine again. I pray that Mike will see my son in heaven and teach him a thing or two about baseball and football! Mike would want you all to live. May you see his memory in all places. Sincerely, Sidney DeMello Long MHS 93 Stonehill 97"
"To Rian and the rest of the McCarthy family... It is extremely unfortunate about Michael's passings, sometimes is just seems that life isn't fair. My thoughts and prayers are with all off you guys. Rian you now have someone watching over you every time your on the field. Sincerly, Joe Hicks"
"Mike truly embodied the definition of friendship. If you were in a room full of strangers, Mike would make you feel right at ease, comfortable, and at home. His gifts of humor,personality, simplicity, and a tremendous heart were all cherished. On our whitewater rafting trip, an exhausted crew had made its way down the mighty Kenebec River in ME, low on energy after a wild ride, Mike cut through our weary silence with an inspirational start to the Star Spangled Banner to motivate us. Soon, we began to paddle like champs again. My Stonehill years with Mike from '95-'98 were a treasure full of great times and meaning and I will always keep him close to me."
"To the McCarthy's, Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike was a TERRIFIC guy. I am so glad to have known him since 5th grade. He will sadly be missed but never forgotten. Love, Heather Silvia Jones MHS 1995"
"To the McCarthy's- Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mike was a wonderful person and friend. With sympathy and love, James & Ericka"
"To the McCarthy family, Our deepest sympathies over Michael's passing. We, in the Education Department here at Stonehill College, remember well Michael's smiling face and upbeat attitude. We wish you the best at this very sad time."
"We watched our son Erik and Mike grow up together in Middletown, and our family expresses deep sympathy with fond rememberances. The Allens"
"May the light that shined both through and from you in life fill us with love and strength in these dark times. You will be missed Otter, but we all thank you for being a part of our lives. We never got to throw a round of disc together, but from this day forth I will think of you with every first drive. My love and strength reaches out to the McCarthy Family & Friends."
"All of our thought on the West coast are with Michael's family and friends...he was a great man."
"To the McCarthy Family: Our deepest sympathy for your loss. I will especially remember Mike's friendliness toward others and his genuine character. His spirit will be kept alive in the fond memories of everyone he touched, and I feel blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Kane's"
"Dear Kelly and Family, I did not know Michael but know Kelly through the daycare. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sadness. I, myself suffered the unexpected loss of my fiance and sons father this year and know the pain all of you are feeling. Just know Michael is now all of your guardian angels. Kelly, I will talk to Trey's father and ask him to guide Michael up there in heaven. My Sincere Condolenses to you all."
"To the Mccarthy family, Kelly and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. May it comfort you to know that you are all in our constant thoughts and prayers. god bless. Love, Cheryl"
"I just heard the news of Mike's passing. My sincerest condolences to the McCarthies."
"Michael was an incredible role model for all young people. From the time we met him doing Youth Ministry at St. Lucy's until recently when I met him at a mentoring workshop in Tiverton he shared his gifts and talents with all the people he encountered. Michael treated every person that walked through the door on retreat with respect and kindness and I am sure it was the same in his classroom and on the field. It is a tragic loss for everyone he touched, however, it is you his family and close friends that we are praying for everyday. Please know that we are thinking of all of you and Michael all the time. much love Eileen and Anthony Harris"
"To The McCarthy Family Our deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Coach McCarthy. He will be missed in our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and strenghten you. Liz,Jeff,Jake,Marc & Alex"
"To the McCarthy family, My deepest prayers and condolences are with you. May god bless you and stay strong. Xoxox Lots of love, Kristen"
"To the McCarthy Family, Sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was truly a credit to your family and to our community in Middletown. He will be sorely missed."
"Dear Janet, Ed, Rian and Kelly, I can only begin to understand the pain you must be feeling at this time. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Donna, Brian, Steve, Daniel and Ethan"
"To the McCarthy family, Mike was one of the nicest people I'd ever met, always had a smile on his face. He was loved and will continue to be loved by all who knew him. I wish you strength and peace in your life, now and always. Sincerely, Liz Brousseau, MHS Class of '95"
"The McCarthy Family, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With sympathy and love, Katie Foss"
"Mr. & Mrs. McCarthy, Kelly & Rian, So much can be said for a guy like Mike. He was so caring, so dedicated to his friends/students/players and was always able to make you smile. His life will not be forgotten as he undoubtably left an impression on all of the lives he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Our thoughts are with your entire family at this time. God bless. Ryan McFarland Peter McFarland Ann McFarland"
"We are very sorry to here about your son. We appreciate everything that you, Mrs. McCarthy, did for the three of us. We just wanted you to know that we were thinking about all of you. Deepest Condolences, Courtney Forst Christopher Forst Bethany Kraft and all or our families"
"Dear McCarthy Family, I am very saddened to hear of Michael's passing. I am the secretary in the Education Department here at Stonehill College and knew Michael well. He would often stop by the office just to chat or meet with the Chair if he had questions or concerns. He recently stopped in here this past spring and early summer and as always, I received one of his hugs and we chatted and caught up on his life. Michael was a very special young man and we were all thrilled about his contributions to education. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as he will surely be missed. I speak for myself as well as the Education Department here at Stonehill. Peace be with you all."
"Dear Jan and Ed, I cannot find the words to tell you the sadness I feel on Michael's loss. He truly was one of the "good guys." I will always remember his smile and his enthusiasm about life. He touched many people in his young life. He will be missed. God bless, Red and Nancy"
"Our deepest sympathay, prayers and thoughts are with all of you God be with you. Barry, Debby, Courtney & Ashley Coofer"
"Dear McCarthy Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Mike was an outstanding person and I am glad to have known him. He will be forever missed but never forgotten. With sympathy and love, Jodi Stump-Marvelle"
"My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mike was a great person and friend. Thoughts and prayers from Denver."
"this is for Mrs.McCarthy im sorry about the loss of your son."
"To the McCarthy's, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers...our hearts go out to you. Mike was a great guy and he will never be forgotten. With deepest sympathy, the Kestler family"
"Janet, Ed, Kelly and Rian, Don and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Michael Edward. He was a loving son, brother, friend and teacher. Cherish his memory and let it live on. Love, Nancy"
"To the McCarthy Family Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son and brother Mike. He was an outstanding individual that hit many people in different ways. He was a great coach, boss, brother and most of all friend that will be missed by all forever and always. You are in my prayers. Shawn Rogers"
"You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this dificult time. Micheal was a great person and he will never be forgotten by all the people he knew and loved!! Be strong and if there is anything I can do please let me know!! With Deepest Sympathy, Lauren"
"To the McCarthy's, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike was a wonderful guy. I am glad to have known him since grade school. He will be sadly missed. Love Stephanie, Paul & Carter Frazier Grimm"
"To the McCarthy family, Please accept my thoughts and the thoughts of many in the Colby-Sawyer community as you remember Michael. Sincerely, David Sauerein Dean of Students Colby-Sawyer College"
"Dear MaCarthy Family, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mike. He was truly an endearing friend during high school, and the times we spoke during and after college, he made me feel like we didn't miss a beat! As good as a friend he was I'm confident that he was an even better son and brother. Please know that you are all in my family's thoughts and prayers, Warmest Regards, Scott"
"Hey Coach McCarthy u will be missed with your funny jokes, your good coaching, and everything you did to help people out in school, baseball, or even in life u were one of the best. RIP Coach McCarthy"
"Dear Ed, Janet, Kelly & Rian: Please accept our deepest sympathy on this great loss of your dear son, Michael. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your neighbors, Jack & Barbara Ripa & Family"
"To the McCarthy Family, We will miss Coach McCarthy for all he was. He was a kind, polite and caring individual who devoted his time to his students and players and Tiverton High will not forget him. With all our sympathy and prayers. Joyce, Dave & Mitchell Mello"
"Dear Janet & Ed, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family for this tragic loss of Michael. May peace and strength be with you. Love, Jo"
"Dear Jan and Ed, Words cannot express the anguish we feel for the loss of such a wonderful young man,as your son, Michael.He,too, brought us much joy and happiness from the very 1st day you brought him home from the hospital,to our little neighborhood!We loved him as our very own and we will miss him so very much.He made the world a better place and we are so proud of him for all his accomplishments and for just being who he was! Everyone loved him. God Bless all of you.Love, Tom and Carole"