William R McCay Sr.
April 22, 1943 - February 18, 2021
William R. McCay, Sr., passed away on February 18, 2021 at the Vitas at Methodist. Born on April 22, 1943 to the late William and Caroline (nee: Keough) and was a lifelong resident of Grays Ferry. He worked for Oxford Bindery with District Council #9. He enjoyed sitting on the front step listening to the Phillies games on his radio. A true fan of the mummers and string band music, he was proud that his sons became mummers. He traveled to Ireland in 2006 and created many lifelong memories on his trip. Beloved husband of the late Joanne H. (nee: Hilscher) McCay. Loving father of William (Jennifer) McCay, Jr. and Joseph McCay and the late Theresa Marie McCay. Brother of Margaret (Thomas) Gledhill and the late Dorothy (late William) Wilson and brother-in-law of the late Daniel Smith. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and many good friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his Gathering on Wednesday from 10-11:30 AM at the Murphy Ruffenach, Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home (3rd & Wolf Streets). Funeral Home Service 11:30 AM. Burial SS: Peter & Paul Cemetery. In his memory donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society of Philadelphia at [email protected]
William R. McCay, Sr., passed away on February 18, 2021 at the Vitas at Methodist. Born on April 22, 1943 to the late William and Caroline (nee: Keough) and was a lifelong resident of Grays Ferry. He worked for Oxford Bindery with District Council... View Obituary & Service Information