Mary McCarthy

Mary Jeanne McCarthy, aged 91, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the Geer Village Nursing Home in Canaan, Connecticut, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Raymond J. McCarthy. Jeanne was born on March 30, 1934, in Sharon, Connecticut, the daughter of the late John "Jack" Juckett and Myrtle (Cooper) Juckett. Jeanne lived most of her life in Sharon and North Canaan CT, and had spent much of her working life in Stanfordville, NY.

For many years, Jeanne worked in a career that she loved as a real estate broker. She made her mark as the principal broker and business owner of Purdy Real Estate in Stanfordville, NY. She was notably one of the first women brokers in local real estate during the 1960s. Jeanne had many interests and hobbies. She was an avid collector and reader, especially mysteries, and found great joy in gardening and house plants. She loved birds and enjoyed feeding and identifying them. Jeanne had a particular love for animals, especially dogs. Jeanne also enjoyed going out with friends and family and sharing a cup of tea or coffee while having a nice chat. She was at her happiest spending time with her family.

Jeanne is survived by her children, John Purdy and his wife Patricia, Dana Purdy and his wife Christina, Kevin McCarthy and his wife Sandie, and Shawn McCarthy and his wife Jessica Piche. Her cherished grandchildren, of whom she was so proud, Aaron Purdy, Kyle McCarthy and his wife Andie, Conor McCarthy and his wife Kira, Caelyn McCarthy, Olivia McCarthy, Aidan McCarthy, Jacqueline Grocki, and Sophia Grocki. Jeanne also leaves behind five great-grandchildren: Aurora, Serenity, Riverly, Levi, and Mackenzie McCarthy, whose laughter and energy gave her great joy. Jeanne also leaves behind her dog, Harley, who was her constant companion and lap warmer.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and offer condolences on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 11:00am to 12:00 pm at Peck & Peck Funeral Homes, 7749 South Main Street, Pine Plains, New York. A funeral service will take place from the funeral home at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow in Amenia Union Cemetery, Amenia, New York.

The family would also like to thank the nurses and staff at GEER Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in North Canaan, CT for the care they provided Jeanne in her later years. It is much appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Sharon Audubon Center in Sharon, CT or another animal or nature charity of your choice.