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Joan McGrath Obituary

Joan K.

Joan, age 84, passed peacefully in Pensacola, FL on December 27,2012. Beloved wife of Francis Charles McGrath. Mother of Francis Jr., William, Marylouise, Jeanne Marie, Charles and Patricia Ann. A native of Jersey City, NJ, and daughter of William McDermott and Kathryn Graham, Joan was a graduate of Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After receiving a master's degree in fashion merchandising from New York University in 1950, she devoted her life to her family both at home and at work. She will forever be remembered and respected by all who knew her. Joan is survived by her husband of 61 years, Francis Charles, her six children, nine grandchildren (Shaun, Scott, Angela, Liam, William, Kaitlyn, Matthew, Gae-Charles, and Christopher) and one great-grandchild, Isabella Mia. A memorial mass will be held Saturday at 12:00 noon at Holy Spirit Church, Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, FL.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Dec. 29, 2012.
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Sending peace, love, and prayers from the McGrath's in Florida.

January 3, 2013

I just heard. I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you and your family! Call me if there is anything I can do.

Janice

Janice Carnley

December 31, 2012

You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3

December 30, 2012

Rest in peace, my wonderful Grandma. I will cherish the memories forever. Sorry for hiding the carrots in your piano bench. Love you and miss you..

Angela McGrath

December 29, 2012

We send our deepest condolences to everyone in the family.

The Molarsky/Beck family

December 29, 2012

I'm vry sorry for you loss. Joan was a great lady, and I will remember her fondly. She is at peace.

Craig Pierson

December 29, 2012

Our deepest Sympathy to the family of Mrs. Joan K. McGRath. May God Bless your family in this time of Sorrow.

Susie and Taha Montasr

December 28, 2012

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