Celebrating the life of
Stephen Anthony McGrath, Jr.
Passed away on October 14, 2006
STEPHEN ANTHONY “TONY” MCGRATH, JR.
Stephen Anthony “Tony” McGrath, Jr., passed on to heaven on October 14, 2006 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He was born in Kankakee, Illinois, however has lived in Georgia for the past 44 years. He was a respected Brick Mason who was always a perfectionist at his trade. Tony had a love of reading and golf and a deep love for his family, friends and animals.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen A. and Kathleen McGrath.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife of 19 years, Mary McGrath, two children, Vicki Carter Jimmy and Christine Estridge Dean, three step-children, Everette Tina Love, William Patricia Love and Gail Richard Waine. Nine grandchildren, Nicholas and Alex Estridge, Patrick and Jason Carter, Timothy Waine, Brandon, Ashley and Cheyenne Love and Nicole McCarthy. He is also survived by seven siblings, Russel Borg, Donald Borg, Patti Velatini, Kathy Hupp, Dennis McGrath, Linda McGrath and Timothy McGrath. His dog, Brandi and two birds, Petie and Sunshine, and many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 17, 2006 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Services will be Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 1 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors Hodgson Chapel.
Burial will be in Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.
FOX AND WEEKS FUNERAL DIRECTORS HODGSON CHAPEL
I always thought my Uncle Tony was very special and funny. He always made me laugh. When my husband, Chris met Tony, he bonded with him right away. They got along really well. We always looked forward to seeing him when he came to Illinois and when we went to Savannah. When we saw him a few weeks ago for Grandma's funeral, we made plans to come visit him in Savannah in April. We were really looking forward to seeing him again and seeing his new house. We know he was really proud of it. Our trips to Savannah will not be the same without our Uncle Tony there. Our condolences are with Mary, Vicki, Chris, and the rest of the family, and we will greatly miss him, too.
- Michele Abbott, Bourbonnais, IL
I was deeply saddened to hear about Uncle Tony. He was a wonerful person and always fun to be around. I will really miss his visits to Illinois.
- Denise McGrath Weichbrodt, Albuquerque, NM
Im so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for all of you.
- stefanie meredith, bourbonnais, IL
Uncle Tony will be greatly missed. I enjoyed playing golf with him when he was here in Illinois. He was the best 7-iron golfer I have ever played with. He also knew how to tell a story and was interesting to converse with. Deepest sympathies to his remaining family from Damaris, Denise and myself.
- Dennis McGrath Jr., Bourbonnais, IL
Dear Mary, Vicki, Chris, and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear the news about Uncle Tony. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We always looked forward to Uncle Tony's visits. He was a funny and genuine person and there was never a dull moment when he was around. He will be greatly missed. You have our deepest sympathy. Tim Jr, Stephanie, and family
- Timothy McGrath Jr, Kankakee, IL
I always thought my Uncle Tony was very special and funny. He always made me laugh. When my husband, Chris met Tony, he bonded with him right away. They got along really well. We always looked forward to seeing him when he came to Illinois and when we went to Savannah. When we saw him a few weeks ago for Grandma's funeral, we made plans to come visit him in Savannah in April. We were really looking forward to seeing him again and seeing his new house. We know he was really proud of it. Our trips to Savannah will not be the same without our Uncle Tony there. Our condolences are with Mary, Vicki, Chris, and the rest of the family, and we will greatly miss him, too.
- Michele Abbott, Bourbonnais, IL
I was deeply saddened to hear about Uncle Tony. He was a wonerful person and always fun to be around. I will really miss his visits to Illinois.
- Denise McGrath Weichbrodt, Albuquerque, NM
Im so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for all of you.
- stefanie meredith, bourbonnais, IL
Uncle Tony will be greatly missed. I enjoyed playing golf with him when he was here in Illinois. He was the best 7-iron golfer I have ever played with. He also knew how to tell a story and was interesting to converse with. Deepest sympathies to his remaining family from Damaris, Denise and myself.
- Dennis McGrath Jr., Bourbonnais, IL
Dear Mary, Vicki, Chris, and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear the news about Uncle Tony. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We always looked forward to Uncle Tony's visits. He was a funny and genuine person and there was never a dull moment when he was around. He will be greatly missed. You have our deepest sympathy. Tim Jr, Stephanie, and family
- Timothy McGrath Jr, Kankakee, IL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
