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MEAGHAN MCGRATH Obituary

McGRATH, Meaghan Taylor Age 21, of Bellingham, formerly of Franklin, passed away January 12 following a motor vehicle accident. Beloved daughter of Larry and Robin (Hariton) McGrath of Bellingham. Sister of Caitlyn McGrath Fisher and her husband Brian of Scituate and Lauren McGrath of Bellingham. Granddaughter of Dorothy Hariton of Bellingham and the late Theodore Hariton and the late John and Patricia McGrath of Quincy. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Services with the East Douglas Methodist Church Saturday at 10:00. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Friday in the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin, 131 Main Street, FRANKLIN from 5-8. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations or the fostering of an elephant be made via: US Friends of the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, 201 North Illinois St., 16th floor- South Tower, Indianapolis, IN 46204. http:www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2014.

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Judiann Echezabal

January 18, 2014

Im so sorry for this tragic loss to your family and all the people who's lives she touched. She was a dear and special friend to my daughter Laura and she misses her so much. She was very blessed to have her in her life. My thoughts are with you.

patsy white

January 17, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Laureen McKeown

January 17, 2014

Let me express our deepest sympathies to you on behalf of all of us at Franklin High School.

Kelly Denneen

January 17, 2014

Larry and family - there are no words. My heart is heavy for you all.

RA 10182

January 17, 2014

With deepest sympathy. Team of RA 10182

January 17, 2014

Robin and Larry,
I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your daughter Meaghan. She was a lovely girl and in her short time here she was a blessing to many.

January 16, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to you on this tragic loss. Rev. Roberta L. Williams Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church East Hartford Connecticut

Maureen Mahoney

January 16, 2014

Larry: I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's death. There are not enough words to describe this type of loss and know that we here at work are thinking of you and your family.

January 16, 2014

Our hearts go out to the McGrath family. Sending our LOVE and condolences....God bless

Abhay James

January 16, 2014

Meggie,
You know how I love you, and I thank you for the love you gave me. You absolutely wrecked me, love. I will love you forever.

Barbara Saltzberg

January 15, 2014

My deepest condolences and prayers to my cousins. With much love,(Barbie)

Charlotte

January 15, 2014

Robin and family,
I am sorry for your loss and pray that you find peace, courage and comfort.
Charlotte

James McNeillie

January 15, 2014

I'm sorry for the loss of your daughter. I know that she has touched so many lives in such a short period of time. She will be missed by all. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you guys and the rest of her family.

James McNeillie

January 15, 2014

Meaghan was a friend of mine in my high school graduating class at Franklin. I know for a fact that she has touched so many people through the years. She will be well missed by all. My sympathies and prayers are with all of her family.

Barbara & Harry Cochran

January 15, 2014

We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Our hearts go out to all of you.

Leslie Walsh

January 15, 2014

Robin, Larry, Caitlyn, Lauren, family and friends…..our deepest sympathies. We are so sorry for your lose. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Leslie, Jim, Samantha and Brandon (Nori) Walsh.

Robin and Jeff Jones

January 15, 2014

Words cannot express our sadness. We are praying for your strength and peace during this most difficult time. May God wrap his loving arms around you all.

ELLEN FALLON

January 15, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather Dube-Willsey

January 15, 2014

Pastor Robin and family,so sorry for your loss,my you find strength and peace.

Bryan Gilmartin

January 15, 2014

Dear Robin Larry & Family
My Thoughts And Prayers
Are With You And Yours
Love Bryan Gilmartin

Peter & Ginnie Yeanacopolis

January 15, 2014

Our hearts go out to you and we feel the pain of your loss. You're always in our thoughts and miss you.

Margaret and Sue Mullen-Merz

January 14, 2014

Robin, Larry, Caitlyn and Lauren, we are so sorry for the loss of Meaghan. Our hearts go out to you.

Maureen O'Hara

January 14, 2014

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you, Larry, Robin and family. We will always have Meaghan in our hearts and we're praying for your hearts to heal during this most difficult time. God bless and keep you. ----- Mickey and Rolf (Stef Millers mom and step dad)

maureen collard

January 14, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through- may your faith keep you strong.

Ingrid Ahlberg

January 14, 2014

Meaghan was my student when she was in eighth grade. What a loss! She was a great girl, vibrant, spunky. The world will be a little bit smaller without her. My condolences to her family and friends.

Peggy Mansfield

January 14, 2014

Please accept my deepest condolences, I can't begin to express my sorrow for your loss. My God bless you and look over you all.

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