Schenectady – Elizabeth McCarthy Reed passed away on Tuesday, October 13th, 2020 at the age of 91. Elizabeth was born in Prince Rupert, Canada. A master homemaker, Elizabeth loved to knit, crochet, paint and cook for her family. She was a happy and outgoing person and always made sure she was dressed to the nines. The center of Elizabeth’s world was her family; she loved her children and grandchildren very much. She is survived by her children, Richard McCarthy (Ana), Randy McCarthy, Laura McCarthy (Jody) and Tom McCarthy (Petra), 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings. Services for Elizabeth will be held at a later date.