Joan Carrol McCarthy Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan Carrol McCarthy (Leawood, Kansas), born in Covington, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 3, 2026 at the age of 95. Joan touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Carrol McCarthy to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Acklin C. Riggs and Irene C. Riggs (Jones). She is survived by: her children, James T. McCarthy (Mary K.), Robert P. McCarthy IV (Ellen J.) and Pamela Ann McGurren (Steven P.); her grandchildren, J. Timothy McCarthy (Jane), John P. McCarthy (Lindsay), Kathleen A. M. Fruin (Corey), Daniel P. McGurren (Holly Evey) and Kelly A. Mosher (Jonathan); and her great grandchildren, Emma I. McCarthy, James R. P. McCarthy, Reagan C. McCarthy, J. Dylan McCarthy, Maren R. McCarthy and Kelley P. McCarthy.
In lieu of flowers or memorial contributions, the family asks that you have Joan's favorite drink — a bourbon and water — and remember the inquisitive, steadfast, loyal, resilient, upbeat, thoughtful, and endearing person that she was.
