William F. McGrath Sr. Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved William F. McGrath Sr. (Phelps, New York), born in Rochester, New York, who passed away at the age of 91, on December 31, 2020. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Louis G. McGrath and Anna E. McGrath; his daughter Colleen Theresa; and his siblings, Alice L. (Ed McNiel), Ann M. Lockwood (Donald), Robert L. and Charles B. McGrath (Kay).

He is survived by: his children, Margaret "Peggy" Abell (Chuck), Gregory (Rene), Rev. William F "Mickey" McGrath Jr., Sean (Elizabeth), Daniel (Tracy), Eireann Wells (Michael), Michael McGrath (Heather), Devin and Jeremiah; his wife Mary Kay (White); his siblings-in-law, Dolores and Paul; his grandchildren, Bobbie Anne Abson, Noah, Ethan Beers, Jonah, Emma, Colleen McGrath, Breanne, Madison McGrath, Joseph, Helena, John, Michael, Lily, Anna, Maria McGrath, Cassidy, Abigail McGrath, Maegan, Brendan, Jacob and Audrey Wells; and his stepgranddaughter Daya Simpson. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish, 124 Evergreen St., Rochester, NY 14605.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Paul L Murphy & Son Funeral Home

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January 3, 2021

David J Valone wrote a sympathy message

“To the Family of William McGrath, especially his dear wife and his son, Fr. "Mickey" McGrath, Heartfelt sympathy at your earthly loss of a wonderful husband and father. The sorrow may last for the night, but Joy comes in the morning. Peace in Jesus, Dave Valone and family.”