Hockessin, Delaware
Apr 11, 1940 – Oct 6, 2019 (Age 79)
John J. McGrellis, IIIHockessin - John J. McGrellis, III, age 79, of Hockessin, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 6, 2019. John was born in Wilmington, son of the late John J. McGrellis, Jr. and Mary E. Handlin. He attended school at St. Joseph's on the Brandywine and...
Read MoreWe all share in your loss. John was such a pleasant man and so personable. He will surely be missed by all! It's been my pleasure knowing John these past years. My Deepest Sympathy to Jimmy, who will be following in his father's footsteps, doing the auctions now. John told me how Proud he was of you and that he knew you would do a great job. My Deepest Sympathy to John's entire family, Mary Rinnier
Mary Rinnier
October 23, 2019 | New Castle, DE | Friend
We started attending McGrellis Auctions in March of this year. John was very welcoming to us into the "auction community" and remembered our names as he addressed us instantly every time we saw him thereafter. He had a vibrant spirit that will most definitely live on as those who have known him will not forget him. Our sincere condolences to the entire McGrellis family. John will definitely be missed.
Peter and Marie Schwartz
October 17, 2019 | Newark, DE
Dear McGrellis Family,
We were very saddened to hear of John's passing. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Your family will be in our prayers at this very difficult time.
Jim and Jill Hill
October 15, 2019 | Landenberg, PA
I am so saddened to hear of Mr. McGrellis' passing. He was such a nice man. He donated his auction services to our school fundraiser some years back. When our son played for Piedmont, we enjoyed talking to him as he was there to watch his grandson. Couldn't ask for a kinder man. My condolences to his family.
Kim and Joe Shank
October 14, 2019 | Newark, DE
To the McGrellis family from the Ministry of Caring 'family'. Thank you for remembering John's life by caring, as he did, for the poorest among us. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort and may God's love give you peace.
Br. Ronald Giannone, OFM Cap.
October 14, 2019 | Wilmington, DE
Our deepest sympathy to John's family.A friend who will always be remembered for his many kind acts and his help to many. God bless.Bob and Phil Shannon
October 13, 2019
TENUI NEC DIMITTAM-"I'VE TAKEN HOLD AND WON'T LET GO"-LATIN MOTTO OF SALESIANUM/SALLIES WILMINGTON DE.-SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY/FRIENDS.
October 12, 2019
So many memories! John was such an important figure in my father's life. I went for so many visits to the junkyard and the first thing I always wanted to do was visit with the dogs. My father lived his final years in one of the apartments above the mushroom house across from the junkyard. John was so much more than a friend to him. John was always so nice. I am overwhelmed with sadness in hearing the news of his passing. My heart goes out to his family.
Kathi Burris
October 11, 2019 | Fredricksburg, PA
Prayers for the entire McGrellis family. I feel honored to have known him and most of the family. He was very professional gentleman and he will be sadly missed.
Ron Haass
October 10, 2019 | Newark, DE