Helene Irmgard McCarthy Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Helene Irmgard McCarthy of Naperville, Illinois. Helene, born on July 18, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on September 6, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Helene for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Helene’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Martin Ranft and Esther Ranft; and her sister Lenore Ranft. She is survived by: her children, Sheri Schmidt (Bob) of Naperville, IL and Michael McCarthy (Cathy) of Allegan, MI; her niece Elise Pack; her grandchildren, Amanda Schmidt (Dan) and Brian Schmidt (Hannah); and her great grandchildren, Gunnar, Van, Vivienne and Sebastian.
