Ella Josephine McCarthy

“The story has ended but the song carries on.”

Passed away after a brief illness at Lakeridge Health – Oshawa on May 2nd, 2015 at the age of 91. Predeceased by husband of 52 years Johnny Joseph Francis McCarthy. Loving mother of her only daughter Joan Frances Whitney (Steven). Jo will also be missed by her loving grandchildren Jaime Frances Ball (Steve) and Ryan Major Whitney (Michelle). Dearly loved great grandmother of Kienan, Kiera, Kiana, Kiley, Katie and Nathan. Jo is also survived by her brother Jim Miller (Andrea). Predeceased by her parents Ella and Cleveland Miller, sisters Florence (Russell), Naomi (Jack) and brothers George (Eleanor), Edwin (Clara) and Stan (Terry). Jo always treasured her family first and foremost and loved her gardens. She will be remembered as a woman with a strong personality who made her opinions known. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the palliative care unit, especially to Nurse Lainey. As per Jo’s wishes there will be no Funeral Service. Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to SickKids Foundation or Lakeridge Health Foundation – Cancer Care. Arrangements entrusted to the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West. (905-721-1234).