Dawson-Custer-Sarpy County NeArchives Obituaries.....McCarthy, Cornelius “Neil” Francis February 15, 2010
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Lexington Clipper-Herald Feb. 17, 2010
Cornelius “Neil” Francis McCarthy, 69, of Omaha, died Feb.15 in Omaha after a 
long and courageous battle with cancer.  

Visitation will be Friday, Feb. 19 from 5 p.m. to 7p.m. at Reynolds-Love 
Funeral Home in Lexington.  Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on 
Saturday, Feb. 20, at St. Ann’s Church in Lexington, followed by interment at 
St Ann’s Cemetery. 

Neil was born to Cornelius and Francis (Mohatt) McCarthy in Broken Bow on July 
5,1940. He attended Cozad High School where he was active in 4-H and F.F.A.    
He married his high school sweetheart, Rosemary Lauby, on Jan. 28, 1961.

Neil was a member of the Lexington Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, The 
Lexington Jaycees, and the Nebraska National Guard.   He served on the 
Lexington and Gothenburg Police forces until 1966 when he retired after being 
injured in the line of duty.  Neil began a new career in foodservice until 
1975 when he started a trucking business. 
 
Moving to Omaha in 1991, Neil enjoyed his position as a software test 
engineer.  After retiring, Neil helped with the daycare that he and Rosemary 
opened in their home, sharing their time and love with many wonderful children 
over the years.  Later in life, Neil enjoyed camping and fishing, often 
serving as a campground host.  He especially enjoyed spending time with his 
family.

He is survived by Rosemary, his loving wife of 49 years; sons, Jerry (Lori) of 
Blair, Chris and special friend Jimmy Victor of Omaha; daughter, Trueline and 
grandchildren Kristina, Mason, Evan, and Dominique.

Neil was preceded in death by his son, Robert Anthony; infant daughter, 
Christine Ann; infant grandson, Tyler Anthony; parents and sister Janet.


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