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Thomas E. McCarthy

Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Saturday, February 15th, from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) to 3:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio and Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway  (Rt. 107) REVERE for Thomas E. McCarthy, who died on Sunday February 9th in his Beachmont home, with his loving family by his side after a most courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer, he was 54 years old. Tom had a final request, that all of his friends & family who attend his visitation, please be dressed casually, wear a Boston Sports Team T- Shirt or that of a favorite Band T-shirt. Interment will be private.

Tom was a very proud lifelong resident of the Beachmont section in Revere. He was an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1983. He married Anne (Sciarappa) on April 1st, 1990. Later this year, they would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. They remained in Revere, where they raised their two daughters, Teresa & Amanda.  Tom worked as a Group Leader in the Printing Division for Massachusetts Medical Society, a position he held for over 31 years until his health declined. Anyone who knew Tom, knew that he was more than just a Boston Sports Fan, he was unequivocally an enthusiast & collector. Tom loved his Boston Sports Teams, but the Patriots & Red Sox were his favorites. Although, he did very much enjoy watching the Celtics during the Larry Bird Era. Tom was a very humble man who was dedicated to his family. He was a modest man, and even at this time of sorrow, he wouldn’t want people mourning him, but to be celebrating his life with memories & a toast or two.

He is the devoted husband of Anne T. (Sciarappa) McCarthy of Revere. Proud & loving father of Teresa A. McCarthy – O’Hara & husband Revere Police Officer Kevin O’Hara of Beverly & Amanda M. McCarthy & companion Justin E. Esiason of Worcester. Beloved son of the late Joseph F., Sr. & Elizabeth A. (Tupper) McCarthy. Cherished brother of Joseph F. McCarthy & wife Anne of Rockland & Kathleen E. Maxwell & husband Michael of Hookset, New Hampshire. Dear son-in-law of Sandra Sciarappa & husband Alphonse “Al” Yoviene of Boynton Beach, Florida & dear brother-in-law of Catherine M. Murray of Malden. He is also survived by many loving nieces & nephews.

Services

Visiting Hours

Saturday, February 15th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. (Click here to donate online)

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11 Messages Send your condolences
  1. Bradley Waxer
    Feb 16 2020

    I’m so sad to hear of Tommy’s passing. We went to school together and although we were not close as adults, I have fond memories of him from when we were young. Peace be with you through this difficult time.

  2. To Kathy and family
    Feb 15 2020

    Kathy, like our Erik to young to leave us. My heart goes out to you, I will keep your family in my prayers . The good memories sustain me, and they will you too
    Love, Karen and Mike

  3. Michael Maxwell
    Feb 15 2020

    Such a sad time. Tommy was truly one of the good guys. RIP

  4. Joe Connolly (on behalf of NEJM Print dept)
    Feb 14 2020

    To Anne and Tommy’s girls. We here at print services are so saddend by the loss of our brother and collegue Tommy. We have spent over 30 years together with so many good memories that we always hold dear. Tom was family. We are and will miss him dearly. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to you Anne and Amanda and Theresa.

  5. Karen and Rich McLaughlin
    Feb 12 2020

    Kathy and family…
    Our hearts are very heavy at this profoundly sad time.
    We never got to meet Tommy but know him through your love and frequent chats about him. The love of family and friends, patience and time will be your guides in the days ahead but know that the memories of happy times will never leave your heart.
    In friendship and prayer,
    Karen and Rich

  6. Diane Carolan
    Feb 12 2020

    So sorry for your loss. May he be at peace with the Angels above. Forever in your hearts.

  7. Sandra Yoviene
    Feb 12 2020

    Sorry for your loss. I am so heartbroken for all of you and our extended family. Prayers going his way

  8. Sandra & Al Yoviene
    Feb 11 2020

    Anne, Teresa, Kevin, Amanda Justin.
    My sincere sympathies go out to you all. Tommy, I am proud to say was our Son In Law. He was a super great husband and Father to my daughter and my 2 granddaughters..
    He is already greatly missed by family and friends.
    Love, Nana & Al❤️

  9. Jane Crosby
    Feb 11 2020

    Anne, I’m so very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your daughters.

  10. Eileen
    Feb 11 2020

    I’m going to miss you Cuz. Pearl Ave isn’t going to be the same without you. Fond Memories of our childhood from going to see Rex Trailer to the Circus. Adult memories of concerts you went to with Paul and our BBQ’s. PJ spent hours playing soccer in your driveway with mom growing up. I Love You

  11. Noreen Buckley Fantasia
    Feb 11 2020

    To the whole McCarthy Family,

    I am so very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. I am an old friend who grew up with “Tommy” on Pearl Ave. I have so many memories of all of us sitting on his front steps listening to Cheap Trick, Queen and so many more. This is a beautiful tribute to Tom. My prayers are with you all.

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To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.
On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.
Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.
Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.
Thank you for your friendship and continued support.
God bless you all.
Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.

On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.

Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.

Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.

Thank you for your friendship and continued support.

God bless you all.

Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.