Jennie E McCarthy

February 15, 1963 - May 31, 2020

Jennie E. McCarthy, age 57, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at her home in Conway, SC. Jennie was born on February 15, 1963 in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late Donald Trott, Sr. and Joyce (Chase) Trott. Although she was born in the state of NY, Jennie considered Orrs Island, ME to be her hometown. The family relocated to the Grand Strand in 1995, which has been considered home since. Jennie received her Bachelor’s degree from University of Southern Maine in 1985. She was happily married on July 31, 1988 to John McCarthy in Brunswick, ME. Jennie was a loving mother, wife and daughter. She had a passion for animals, especially dogs. She was an avid boater and loved to collect shells. She was very creative always surprising loved ones with handmade gifts. She was always thinking of others before herself, which was exhibited in her career as a social worker. She worked as a Case Manager at Horry County Disabilities & Special Needs for 15 years. Jennie treated her friends like family and was a blessing to everyone she knew. Jennie is survived by her adoring husband of 32 years, John McCarthy; her children Curtis (Regan) and Dane McCarthy; her mother Joyce (Chase) Trott; her sister Louanne Mekeel (Douglas) and her brother Donald Trott Jr. (Sandy); her beloved dog Diesel; extended family and cherished friends. Visitation will be held 5:00-7:00 pm on Friday, June 5, 2020 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel. Funeral service will be 11:00 am, Saturday, June 6, 2020 at St. Paul Anglican Church in Conway with burial to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. In adhereance to CDC's social distancing guidelines and capacity limitations at the church, seating is limited and is first come first servce. The church is requiring those attending to also wear a mask. At Jennie’s request, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her name to an Animal Rescue of your choice.