Richard G. McCarthy Obituary (1939 - 2021)

Richard (Dick) G. McCarthy, 82, passed away on November 20, 2021, with his children by his side at Maine Medical Center, due to injuries sustained in an accident. He was born in Portland, Maine on August 12, 1939, the son of the late Roger and Gertrude (O'Brien) McCarthy. He attended St. Patrick's School and graduated from Cheverus High School in 1957. He went on to graduate from Bentley School of Accounting & Finance and University of Southern Maine. Richard was retired from Standish Telephone/Utilities Inc. where he was the Treasurer for over 25 years and prior to that worked for Hannaford Bros. Co as Manager of Accounting. He also provided accounting services for many small businesses, and assisted individuals with their taxes over the years. Richard married Carlene Ann McHugh on August 18, 1962. They initially made their home in Portland, and later moved to Falmouth where they raised their two children. He was a devoted husband to Carlene through her long ongoing struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. He was predeceased by his brothers Roger and Robert McCarthy. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Carlene McCarthy; daughter Christine Pratico and her husband Joseph; son Richard McCarthy and wife Beth and his beloved grandchildren Abigail, Timothy & Audrey Pratico and Megan & Elizabeth McCarthy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and their families, along with sisters-in-law Carol Campbell and her husband David, and Joanne McHugh. Richard will be greatly missed by all and will fondly be remembered for his devotion to his family and friends, his kindness, smile and sense of humor. Visiting Hours will be held on Wednesday, December 1 from 4-6PM at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, December 2 at 11AM at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Avenue, Portland. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Broadway, South Portland. To view Richard's memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com. In Lieu of flowers, please make donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (ALZ.org).