Bruce W. McCarthy

SKOWHEGAN – Bruce W. McCarthy, 75, passed away Feb. 10, 2026, at his home after a battle with ALS with his wife at his side.

Bruce was born in Brunswick on May 5, 1950, the son of John McCarthy and Vera Foley. He attended school in Harmony and graduated in 1969.

Over the years Bruce worked at Harris Bakery as a route salesman, Dexter Shoe Co. as a supervisor, and New Balance in quality control. He was also a member of the Skowhegan Madison Elks Lodge for over 40 years.

He enjoyed projects around the house, making puzzles, word finds, and spending time with family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his son Paul, and sisters Pat Doucette and Cheryl Goussi.

He is survived by his wife, Pam E. Pelletier McCarthy; daughter April Wickes and her partner Tim Belyea, and son Stephen McCarthy and his partner Lorraine Smith. He is also survived by brothers John McCarthy and his wife Sandi, Robert and his wife Lou, Dennis and his wife Libby, and sister Judy and her husband Butch; and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at the 1909 House, 147 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, Maine, on April 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. Burial will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Dr. John Taylor and the staff at the ALS Clinic in Brunswick. Also, a special thank you to Home Health Care EMMC in Bangor.

In lieu of flowers,

please make a donation to:

the ALS Foundation