William "Bill" McCarty, 63, longtime resident of Shunk, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at home while surrounded by his loving family.
Born August 25, 1953 in Williamsport, William Raymond was one of 13 children of the late Francis and V. Elfreda (Snell) McCarty.He was a 1971 graduate of Sullivan County High School. On May 18, 1996, Bill married the love of his life in Shunk, the former Catherine Mix (affectionally known to Bill as "Cookie"). They shared 21 years of marriage and raised five children.
Bill was employed by Formula 1 Feeds Company in New Albany for many years until his retirement in 2015.In addition to his devotion to family and home, Bill was an avid and knowledgeable outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and hiking.
Surviving are; his wife Catherine at home, five children; Stacia (and Tom) Politsky of Kresgeville, PA, Danielle (and Jeff) Manahan of New Albany, William F. (and Jody) McCarty of Shunk, Misty (and Justin) Cott of Blacklick, OH, Patrick (and Chrissy) McCarty of Troy, 11 grandchildren; two brothers and seven sisters; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and very dear friends, Randy and Peggy Bagley, Zane and Becky Bagley all of Shunk.
Besides his parents, William was predeceased by a sister and two brothers.

A celebration of Bill's life and a time of sharing memories will be held at a later date.Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, consider memorials in William McCarty's name to the NRA c/o 11250 Waples Mill Rd. Ste 1, Fairfax, VA 22030.Pepper Funeral Home in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements.
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