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Maria A. McCarthy (nee Porrata)

Maria A. McCarthy (nee Porrata)

Beloved wife of 47 years to Philip J. McCarthy. Loving mother of Steve (Meghan Dughi), Mark (Kristie), Maria (Paddy Bennett), Geanette (Dan) Barry & Michael (Vicky) McCarthy. Cherished grandmother of Joseph, Leah, Justin, Danielle, Shawn, Emma, Brett, Laura, Aidan, Erica, Kevin & Maria. Loving daughter of the late Oscar and Ana (nee Vasquez) Porrata. Dear sister of Ana (Gregory) DeJesus, Thomas (Carmen) Porrata, the late Brenda Porrata and the late Oscar Porrata. Kind aunt to many nieces and nephews. Loving companion to her furry friend Raggs.

Memorial Service and Interment will be private. Arrangements were entrusted to the Kerry Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to Vitas Healthcare & Hospice http://www.vitas.com/community-connection/donate would be appreciated.

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