We bid farewell to Michael J. McCarthy of Dubuque, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 16, 2024 at the age of 72. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Mary Jane Rowe and Justin Patrick McCarthy; his brothers, David and Thomas; and his nephew Matthew.

He is survived by : his friends, Dick Hantelmann and Mike Laugesen; his wife Dixie L. Shaffer; his daughters, Cindy Weidemann (Kevin) and Shelby Shaffer (Mark Reyes); his grandchildren, Josh Weidemann (Kirsten), Lindsey Weidemann and Hannah Weidemann; his great grandchildren, Eli Weidemann and Drew Weidemann; and his niece Heather.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory