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Donald McGrail Obituary

At age 80, at Academy Manor Nursing Home in Andover, of North Reading, July 3. Beloved husband of the late Janet (McMahan). Father of Meredith A. McGrail of North Reading, Donald M. McGrail and his wife Barbara of Hampton, NH, Susan M. Berehulka of FL, Cathleen A. McGrail of Belmont and Matthew W. McGrail and his wife Karen of Framingham. Grandfather of seven; great grandfather of 2. Brother of Beverly Cammuso of RI and the late James and Fr. Richard McGrail. Funeral from the Cota Funeral Home, 335 Park St. (corner of Park St. & Rte. 28), NORTH READING, at Reading line, on Tuesday, July 8 at 9:30 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Theresa's Church, 63 Winter St., (Rte 62), North Reading at 10:30 AM. Relatives and friends may call at the Funeral Home Monday, 3-7 PM. Interment Riverside Cemetery, North Reading. Donald was a Veteran of WW II, US Navy. He was a treasurer of OPEIU for many years. www.cotafuneralhomes.com. Cota Funeral Home 978-664-4340

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 6, 2008.

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Carol Shelsy

July 8, 2008

Cate, Matthew, Susan, Donald, Meredith, Aunt Bev,

I was thinking of you all day today, wishing I could have been with the family. I remember your Dad/brother as such a kind and generous man. I'm thinking of many visits to the Walco in the summer over the years, sitting on the upper porch, or in the kitchen catching up on the families' current events. Your entire family has always made me feel welcome.

I believe we'll be reunited with our loved ones some day. In the mean time, I pray God gives you comfort and peace.

Ali MacEachern

July 7, 2008

Meredith,
I am so sorry for your loss. Nothing will replace the love of such a wonderful, caring father. Please know you are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ali MacEachern and family

Jenna, Lindsay, Grace McGrail

July 7, 2008

We will miss you Grandad, we will always love you <3

You will always be in our thoughts and memories.
Love, your grand-daughters,

Kate Jewell

July 7, 2008

Matt,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,

Sally Casavant

July 7, 2008

Bev, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Brother. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family at this time.

Love Bob & Sally Casavant

Eire Society

July 6, 2008

Cate & Family,

We are all so sorry for your loss and the Board and I wish you all the best.

- Pete Estes
The Eire Society of Boston

Nancy Leonard

July 6, 2008

Matt & family:
May you keep the many memories of your dad, father-in-law & grandfather in your hearts. Those memories can never be taken away. My deepest condolences to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bridie McMahan

July 6, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss, he was always a perfect gentlemen.

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