Denise Mary Medica (McCarthy)

March 29, 1962 - December 24, 2013

Born in El Paso Texas March 29th, 1962 to Janice & William McCarthy, Denise was the seventh of eight brothers and sisters. Denise passed on December 24th as a result of traumatic brain injury (TBI). She is survived by Husband Paul and three loving children; Emily Louise, Samuel James and Claire Rose. Her extended family includes brothers William Herbert, Michael & Joseph. Sisters Janice, Therese, Maureen & Kathleen. The majority of direct and extended family live in the surrounding Milwaukie area and are active members in the local community. Denise was a dedicated and loving mother and was active in her children's education at Holy Family School and Parish. She was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy High School & Portland State University and worked in Hospital administration. She will be remembered through Funeral Services Monday, December 30th at Holy Family Church. Bereaved contributions can be made to Holy Family Parish in lieu of floral or meal arrangements. Time is too slow for those that wait, Too swift for those that fear, Too long for those that grieve, Too short for those who rejoice, But for those who love, time is Eternity.