Monica S. McCartney, age 68, of Montfort, WI formerly of Stitzer passed away on Monday November 22, 2021, at the Lancaster Health Services in Lancaster. She was born on March 12, 1953, in Lancaster the daughter of Merlyn Dean and Rosalie (Graham) Ashman. She was united in marriage to Marvin McCartney.
Monica grew up on the family farm in rural Lancaster. After her marriage to Marvin, they moved to Rockford, IL, starting their family, before returning to Lancaster. She and Marvin later made their home in Stitzer. She was employed as a home health aide, until going to work at Loudspeaker Component in assembly. Through the years, Monica continued to help on the family farm and was always there for her family. She could always bring a smile to her grandchildren’s face.
Monica in survived by her son Shawn (Tanya) McCartney of Stitzer, six grandchildren: Tom McCartney of Montfort, Preston McCartney of Fennimore, Zach McCartney of Fennimore, Brad McCartney of Platteville, Kaylea Jozefowicz of Fennimore, Jasmine McCartney of Stitzer, brother Charles Ashman, step-brother Scott (Kari) Pierce and step-sister Robin Gerhards.
Monica was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marvin McCartney, daughter Teresa McCartney, son Dustin McCartney, three brothers Ray, Dennis and John Ashman, and her sister Renee Ashman.
A private graveside service will be held at the Hillside Cemetery in Lancaster.