Leland “Mac” McCarthy Jr.

MADISON – Leland “Mac” McCarthy Jr., 92, of Madison passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Leland was born on June 29, 1933, in Skowhegan, son of the late Leland McCarthy Sr. and Lucy (Leclair) McCarthy.

He was educated in the local schools and following graduation he enlisted in the United States Army. After leaving the Army, he worked in a shoe shop and then the Madison Paper Mill until retiring in 1996. When he wasn’t fixing something around the house (or neighborhood!), Mac enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching sports and most importantly spending time with family.

He was predeceased by his parents; and brother, Paul McCarthy.

Mac is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Leonie “Ann” (Richard) McCarthy; two daughters, Jane McCarthy and Linda McCarthy Tardiff and her husband Mark; as well as granddaughters Lindsay Hart and her husband Jonathan, Kirstan Tardiff and Tawnia Tardiff and her fiancé Keith. He also leaves behind three great-granddaughters, Mackenzie, Avery and Sadie; as well as several nieces and nephews, especially Dale and his wife Alice Arsenault, Pam Brazier, Jean Gonzales, for all of their help.

A special thank you to Lisa, Debbie, Beacon Hospice and Visiting Angels, as well as the wonderful neighborhood friends.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4, in Forest Hill Cemetery at 11 a.m. A reception will follow at the VFW on Preble Avenue in Madison.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Giberson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To leave a condolence for the family and to view the online obituary, please visit http://www.gibersonfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project, Make a Wish or St. Jude.