Matthew Thomas McCarty, age 38, of Mt. Sterling, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020, at St. Joseph Mt. Sterling Hospital.

Born January 26, 1982, in Lexington, Matthew is the son of Gay and Sharon Johnson McCarty of Mt. Sterling.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Angie (Chris) Johnson of Jeffersonville, and Danita (Kevin) Ginter of Mt. Sterling; one niece, McKayla (Timmy) Jones; two nephews, Devon Martin and Braxton Johnson; one great niece, Charleigh; two great nephews, Michael and Kennett; his best friend, Chris Arnett of Mt. Sterling;  and other extended family members and friends.

Matthew was a member of Howards Mill Baptist Church in Mt. Sterling. He enjoyed building demolition derby cars and spending time with his family and friends. Matthew will be greatly missed and remain in the hearts of his loved ones.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Sherri Gayle McCarty.

Due to COVID-19 requirements set forth by Governor Andy Beshear, a private family visitation and Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals with Brother Phil Milheiser and Brother Artie Amburgey officiating.  Private interment will be in Machpelah Cemetery.

Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals, 400 Fraley Drive, Morehead, KY 40351 is caring for arrangements.

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