BORN

1931

DIED

2013

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Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home

6040 Three Notch Road

Mobile, Alabama

Theodore McCafferty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 19, 2013.

Theodore E. "Ted" McCafferty – an 81 year-old lifelong resident of Mobile passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013. Ted was a graduate of McGill Institute and a Korean War veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Mobile Gas as Construction Superintendent after many years of service. Ted enjoyed boating, was an avid fisherman and crabber, and loved to share the bounty of his catch with his family and friends. He was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was a member of several mystic societies. Ted was preceded in death by four brothers. He is survived by his sweetheart and beloved wife of 59 years, Barbara McCafferty; children, Marilyn Gengo (Joe), Maureen Hryniszak (Dan), and Theodore E. "Ted" McCafferty, Jr. (Lisa); seven grandchildren, Chris Gengo (Jessica), Michelle Gibson (Thomas), Leslie Gengo, Catherine Graser (Erik),Tyler Fore (Danielle), Brittany McCafferty, and Ashley McCafferty; six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Monday, April 22, 2013, at 10 a.m. The family will receive friends at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home on Sunday, April 21, from 5-8 p.m. Interment will be in Mobile Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered at www.mmgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 6040 Three Notch Road, Mobile, Alabama 36619.

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April 24, 2013

mary b searle

condolences to dear barbra and family

April 23, 2013

Tim & MaryAnn Spence

Our deepest SYMPATHY to the TED McCarthy Family!!!! Tim & MaryAnn SPENCE, members of Our Lady Of Lourdes CATHOLIC Church!!!

April 23, 2013

Gene Petro

God has smiled on you, since the time that you have spent together was special, with this very special person. Ted was my buddy and my friend. I will miss him.

April 22, 2013

Peggy Coughlin McCutcheon

Miss Barbara, Marilyn, Maureen and Ted,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I'll be praying for all of you and asking Our Father God to send his Holy Spirit to give you comfort and His special peace that passes all understanding.

With Love,

April 22, 2013

Sharon Moffatt

Barbara,

I was shocked and saddened to Hear of Teddy's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I always looked forward to seeing the two of you at the Mobile Gas Christmas luncheon. Teddy will be greatly missed.

April 21, 2013

Regina Morrison

Dear Aunt Barbara & family, I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear about Uncle Ted. We all have so many wonderful memories & we'll chrish them forever! My prayers and blessings to you all. Love, Gina Morrison

April 21, 2013

Harvey Bryan

Surprised and sorry to hear about TED. Thoughts and prayers with you.

April 21, 2013

Therrell And Ann Cunningham

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

April 21, 2013

John Miears

Barbara, Cindy and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Teddy. We always enjoyed seeing the two of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John & Cindy Miears (Mobile, Al)

April 20, 2013

John & Dana Merren

Barbara,
Ted was a great man, we will miss all his stories he had to tell and his contagious smile.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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