Mr. Edward J. McCarthy

July 3, 1930 - July 29, 2021

Edward J. McCarthy of Attleboro, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 91 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Florence M. (Forget) McCarthy of 30 years and the late Janice E. (Gendreau) McCarthy of 21 years. Son of the late John and Catherine (Sullivan) McCarthy. Loving father of Edward A. McCarthy and wife Dawn (Remieres) of Attleboro; Rosanne Schweighauser and husband Bernard of Bridgewater; Catherine McCarthy of Rhode Island; Theresa Remy and husband Dave of Hudson, NH; Matthew McCarthy and wife Jo-Ann (Dufort) of Attleboro; James McCarthy and wife Gwendolyn (Wilkie) of Newton, NH; and the late Kevin McCarthy. Adored stepfather of Janet Chamberlain of Attleboro; John McMahon and wife Lanie of Tiverton, RI; and Jamie McMahon and wife Cheryl of Attleboro. Brother of the late John “Jack” McCarthy. Cherished grandfather of 17 grandchildren: Amie, Justin, Brittney, Heidi, Jennifer, Kevin Jr., Jason, Tara, Derrick, Nicole, Daniele, Rebecca, Jacquelyn, Victoria, Julien, Braeden and Lillien. Great-grandfather to 14 great-grandchildren. Edward was born in Somerville, MA and was a graduate of Attleboro High School Class of 1951. He served in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy. His employment included Augat Corporation, Hanson Engineering, Automatic Machine, Foster Metals, World Wide Optical and Marathon Co. Edward was a member of the Attleboro Elks and also the Attleboro Auxiliary Police. He loved woodworking, playing horseshoes, camping and was an avid sports fan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Friday, August 6, 2021 from 10-12 PM at Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro. A Service will be conducted on 12 PM. Burial will follow at St. Stephen’s Cemetery, 683 S. Main St., Attleboro. In lieu of flowers, donations in Edward’s name, may be made to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org).