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McCARTY

Jody McCarty went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 16, 2004 after a lengthy illness.

He was born in Burke, Texas on May 21, 1912 and died at his home in Hempstead where he had resided for over 50 years at the age of 92. He was graduate of Sam Houston State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. He was an Agriculture teacher, a county extension agent, and owner of McCarty Feed Store and served two terms as county commissioner. His public services included president of the school board, fire chief, active in 4H and FFA, belonged to the Masonic Lodge and Sons of Hermann. His interests included farming, ranching, fishing, and hunting.

He is survived by his wife Mary Ann McCarty of Hempstead, three sons: Donny, Paul, and James; two daughters: Mary Jo Simpson and Jeanette Dollar.

Services held Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. at McWilliams Funeral Home, Hempstead, Texas with Brother Calvin Springer and Sister Hazel Flora officiating. Burial following at Hempstead Cemetery.