McCARTHY, John Montgomery, 66, of Kents Store, Va., died May 9, 2008 at his residence. Mr. McCarthy, a native of Norfolk, graduated from Maury High School, the University of Virginia and obtained his law degree from TC Williams Law School. He was a member of the Ki Phi Fraternity. He was retired from the Attorney Generals office where he served as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Mr. McCarthy was also an accomplished artist known for his contemporary Virginia landscapes. He is survived by his wife, Judy; one daughter, Carrie McCarthy Webster of Richmond, Virginia; two brothers, James M. McCarthy of Atlanta, Ga., and Benjamin T. McCarthy of Boca Raton, Fla.; and two grandchildren, Eric Matthew Webster and Andrew Joseph Webster; and his best pal, Buddy. A graveside service will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church in Columbia, Virginia at 11 a.m. on May 14, 2008. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church or the Fluvanna SPCA.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Judy, when I learned from Brian Costello today about John's passing I was shocked and stunned. You and Carrie are in my thoughts and prayers. When you feel up to it please call. I tried to reach you this evening. God Bless you. Charlie Cox
charles cox
May 29, 2008 | Alexandria, VA
Dear Judy: I am so saddened by John's death. He was such a wonderful mentor and friend who contributed greatly to the collegial atmosphere at the Attorney General's Office. My prayers are with you now and always.
Dorthula Powell-Woodson
May 21, 2008 | Washington, DC
Judy & family,
I want to express my deepest sympathies for your loss. Gloria told me today and I was stunned. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your CVS Family
Michelle Brann (CVS)
May 15, 2008 | Richmond, VA
I had not seen John since our days together at Chi Phi, but remember him fondly. My deepest sympathy for your loss, I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
Bob Whitman
May 13, 2008 | Cincinnati, OH
Dear Judy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and I will remember John fondly for all his advice and mentorship while in the Attorney Generals Office.
Phyllis Errico
May 13, 2008 | Mechanicsville, VA
Dear Judy and Carrie,
I was saddened to hear about John. He was always so alive and lively. I know that he will be sorely missed by all. My thoughts are with you both.
Erin Scott (formerly Beacham)
Erin Scott
May 13, 2008 | Atlanta, GA
Dear Judy and Carrie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.
Jean McCarthy
May 13, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Judy, I read of John's death this morning and it brought back a flood of wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. John will be sorely missed.
Stephanie Larson (formerly Kinzey)
May 13, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Dear Judy and Carrie,
We are sorry and so sad for your loss. We send you all of our love.
Jessica, Jim and Siler
Jessica McCarthy
May 12, 2008 | Austin, TX
