Obituary of Rebecca Lee McCarty

Rebecca Lee McCarty was born in Monroe, Michigan on Tuesday, January 14, 1964. She was one of six children born from the union of the late David and Vera(Myers) Williams. Becky was educated through the Jefferson School district, though she graduated high school from Carl Brablec in Roseville, Michigan with the class of 1982. She later attended Michigan College of Beauty in Monroe. Becky married William McCarty on May 3, 1985 in Toledo, Ohio. From this union, came the birth of three wonderful children. Becky simply loved life, she loved being a mother and taking care of her family. Becky was an avid volunteer and a distinguished member of Kiwanis. Her faith was strong and loved God. She lived life to the fullest, when she wasn’t traveling to places like Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon with her son, Steven, she was singing, and doing karaoke. Becky enjoyed baking cakes and crocheting items for loved ones in her quiet time. She loved to spend countless hours shopping. Becky seemed to be a natural in the garden with beautiful flowers and was an exceptional handyman around the house. Becky was very loving to others, but would never sugar coat the truth we needed. Rebecca McCarty, age 52, of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 12, 2016 at home. In addition to her grandparents, Rebecca was preceded by her husband: William McCarty, father: David Williams; brothers: Paul E. Williams and David E. Williams; and her nephew: Luke Pillarelli. To cherish her memory, Becky leaves her children: William A. McCarty II of Monroe, Steven McCarty of Monroe, and Savannah (Gary) Adams of Monroe; mother: Vera Williams of Monroe; siblings: Esther Jane (John) Ball of Monroe, Rachel Mae (Robert) James of Newport, Martha Joy (Rick) Pillarelli of Monroe; grandchildren: Zandyr McCarty, Gavin McCarty, Makenna McCarty, and one on the way that she was looking forward to; and several nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Friends may gather on Thursday, December 15, 2016 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe, 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe MI (734)384-5185. A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 1:00pm, also at Merkle’s with Terry Pierce and Gary Adams officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for funeral arrangements. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.