Judy McCarthy Obituary

Judy McCarthy

Sep 12, 1950 - Dec 10, 2024

Huron

Judy McCarthy, 74, of Huron, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, surrounded by family.

Born Sept. 12, 1950, Judy grew up with a passion for learning and helping others. She earned her diploma from Slippery Rock State College in 1972. On Dec. 2, 1972, she married the love of her life, Daniel McCarthy, and began a journey of service to her community.

Judy dedicated 30 years to teaching in Sandusky Public Schools, retiring in 2002. Her passion for education continued as she became a preschool teacher and later head teacher at Little Wonders Preschool in Huron. She also worked at St. Joseph Elementary in Monroeville, sharing her love of learning with the youngest members of her community.

In addition to her teaching career, Judy served as a poll worker for Erie County Board of Elections and volunteered extensively. She was a reading tutor at Shawnee School, supported local children through tutoring programs, worked with Huron Food Pantry, and served on Garden Committee at Woodlands Elementary. She was also a proud Sandusky Yacht Club Women's Auxiliary member.

She is survived by her husband, Daniel McCarthy; sons, Ryan (Elizabeth) McCarthy and Michael McCarthy; daughter, Mallory (Daniel) Klonk; and three grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, and a brother.

Private family services will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Erie County Dog Pound, 2900 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870 or Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870. Please be sure to write Judy McCarthy in the memo line if sending a check.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.