Carol A. McCarthy

Carol Ann McCarthy, 82, of Brockton, died peacefully on November 9, 2026, at Brockton Hospital surrounded by her family. Caring mother of her daughter, Dawnmarie Locke and her husband Roland; and her son David McCarthy and his life partner Jenn Edwards. Loving Grandmother of David Dean McCarthy and his wife Sara; Lauren Ayala and her husband Albert; and Great-Grandmother of Lukas, Logan, Elijah, Gavin, and soon-to-be great-granddaughter Lucy. Cherished sister of the late Martin Koughan. Carol was the daughter of the late Martin J. Koughan, and the late Delia (Antonucci) Koughan. Carol was employed as a Church Secretary for 33 years serving Saint Ann’s Parish in West Bridgewater and the former Saint Nicholas Parish in Abington.

To know Carol was to know fierce, unconditional love…and a healthy dose of stubbornness. She was the kind of woman who would drop everything to help anyone in need, although her greatest devotion was always reserved for her family. She had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor that could brighten any room, and she never hesitated to speak her mind or stand her ground.

Carol lived for the moments that brought everyone together. Whether it was a loud family gathering; a quiet afternoon watching classic movies; or a magical trip to Disney World, she found pure joy in making memories. Above all else, her world revolved around her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who were the absolute light of her life and the proudest part of her legacy.

Visiting hours will be held at the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street, Brockton, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 4pm-6pm. A funeral mass will be held at Christ the King Church, 54 Lyman Street, Brockton, on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.