HARRY THOMAS McCARTHY

Harry Thomas McCarthy passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, at the age of 86. A resident of Venvi Leaside Retirement in Toronto, Harry was predeceased by his parents, James Hector McCarthy (1981) and Isobella Drummond McCarthy (2008), as well as his partner of over 50 years, Philip Conron (2020). Born in Toronto, Harry spent his early years in East York and Durham, later attending high school in London, Ontario. His passion for choral music was nurtured by a strong school program and supportive parents. He graduated from London Teachers College and directed various choirs throughout his career, including the Georgian Gentlemen in Owen Sound. After teaching, he worked at the Bank of Montreal for 14 years and later for the Attorney General of Ontario, retiring in 2019. Music remained a lifelong passion, with Harry serving as a Bass-Baritone soloist and musical director for numerous productions across the Greater Toronto Area.