John Patrick McCarthy's obituary , Passed away on January 31, 2026 in West Des Moines, Iowa

John Patrick McCarthy

July 15, 1971 - January 31, 2026 (54 years old)

West Des Moines, Iowa

John Patrick McCarthy's obituary , Passed away on January 31, 2026 in West Des Moines, Iowa

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John Patrick McCarthy

July 15, 1971 - January 31, 2026 (54 years old)

West Des Moines, Iowa

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John Patrick McCarthy Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Patrick McCarthy of West Des Moines, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 54, on January 31, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Joanna "Jody" McCarthy (Broderick); his wife Kris McCarthy; and his mother-in-law Kathy Dorf. He is survived by: his father William "Bill" McCarthy; his siblings, Mick McCarthy (Carolyn), T. J. McCarthy (Amy) of Ankeny, Marty McCarthy (Beth) of Kansas City and Tom McCarthy (Ronda) of Windsor Heights; his father-in-law Joe Dorf of Altoona; and his brother-in-law Bill Dorf (Jen) of Ankeny. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Memorial contributions can be made to Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) at St Thomas More Center in memory of John. https://stmcenter.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory



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Feb 04

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Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory
8201 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322

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Feb 05

Mass of Christian Burial

Ss John & Paul Catholic Church
1401 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA 50009

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