William "Bill" McCarthy

William Edward McCarthy, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Osceola on the morning of June 6, 2025. Bill was born October 26, 1932, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to the late William Lee and Elva Irene (Chadwell) McCarthy. On July 14, 1951, he married Rebecca A. Boyer. They celebrated over 69 years of marriage before her passing in August of 2020.

Bill is survived by his son, Chris A. McCarthy along with 14 grandchildren, and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. Surviving as well are his daughters-in-law, Ronna and Cindy McCarthy. He was preceded in death by his sons Michael McCarthy and Patrick “Kelly” McCarthy, his daughter in law, Cheryl McCarthy, and his siblings, Virgil, Robert, Donald and Dewayne McCarthy, Helen Bemis, Lindy McQueary, and Betty Culp.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Cruz Family Funeral Home in Osceola. There will also be one hour of visitation prior to the 10:00 am funeral service at Cruz Family Funeral Home on Friday, June 20, 2025. Bill will be laid to rest beside his wife Rebecca in Olive Cemetery, Elkhart.

Bill worked as a foreman in the concrete industry and was a proud member of the Plaster and Cement Masons Local 692, Area 101 Chapter. He was part of the union for over 70 years and officially retired in 1995, although he never truly stopped working. He often helped his sons with concrete jobs and was always ready to lend a hand to others. Bill was known for his strong work ethic and was well respected by the people he worked with. He led by example and believed in doing things the right way. He passed those values on to his sons.

At home, Bill took great pride in his yard. Mowing the lawn was one of his favorite ways to spend time. He also enjoyed collecting antiques, guns, and silver certificate bills. Bill’s life was shaped by hard work and helping others. He loved his grandchildren deeply and was always there when someone needed him.

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