Daniel "Dan" P. McCarthy

Daniel McCarthy passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the age of 91.

Born on February 12, 1935, in Bay City, Michigan, Dan was the son of the late William E. "Chip" and Mary (Brophy) McCarthy. A lifelong resident of Bay City, he dedicated his life to his family, his faith, his country, and the community he proudly called home.

Dan was a faithful member of Visitation Parish for more than 41 years and was deeply committed to serving others. He honorably served in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1962, a period of service of which he was especially proud.

An active civic leader, Dan generously gave his time to numerous organizations throughout the Bay City area. He was a former member of the Bay City Serra Club and the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, and was an active member of the Bay City Kiwanis Club, Bay City Lodge No. 88, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Knights of Columbus Council No. 414, Fourth Degree, and American Legion Post No. 249 in Essexville.

A proud 1952 graduate of St. Mary's High School, Dan continued his education by earning an Associate Degree in Accounting from Bay City Junior College before receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Business from Michigan State University in 1956. Following graduation, he joined his father in operating the W.E. McCarthy Insurance Agency, a respected family business that later became part of a merger with several local insurance agencies.

On October 15, 1958, Dan married the love of his life, Sharon A. Dumeah. Together they shared a loving marriage until her passing on August 21, 2004, and were blessed with five children: Kevin (Amy) McCarthy, Bridget (Blair) Bissell, Brian (Ann) McCarthy, Kathryn (John) Theiler, and William (Torre) McCarthy; sister, Ann M. (Gene) Arnold; Dan also leaves behind thirteen cherished grandchildren and ten beloved great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him immeasurable pride and joy.

In addition to his beloved wife and parents, Dan was preceded in death by his brother, Rev. Fr. William A. McCarthy, on April 30, 2009, and by his special friend Sharon Kiehl.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Our Lady of Peace Parish – St. Mary's Church. Dan will lie in state at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Private interment will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery.

Family and friends are invited to visit at the funeral home on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A Vigil for the Deceased will be held at 7:00 p.m. that evening.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to Our Lady of Peace Parish.