Name: Service for JUSTIN TEAGUE MCGRATH
Start: 2023-06-11T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-06-11T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Kristan Funeral Home - Mundelein

MUNDELEIN - Justin Teague McGrath was born in Chicago on June 24, 1971, and he passed from this world Sunday evening, June 4, 2023, leaving behind his much bereaved loved ones, mother Denise; brother, Zachary; his dearly loved Amber and her young son, Tommy; and his myriad of extended family and friends from the Irish Mill Inn and around the world. They were all blessed to know him, love him, and have him in their lives. Justin operated the Irish Mill Inn located in Mundelein, for the last 16 years and he touched the lives of all who came in, greeting them with his beautiful smile, gracious wit and intelligent conversation. Justin graduated from New Trier High School, attended Gustavus Adolphus College, and graduated both National Louis University with degrees in Psychology and History and Kendell College Culinary Institute. He was a great chef, but more than that he was a great person, filled with compassion, generosity, and kindness to all. He loved animals and cared for his 3 dogs and every stray cat that ventured into his life. His love for people, animals and the beauty of this world was a site to behold. Justin was smart, witty and compassionate. He learned to read at age 3 and he was never far from his beloved books. He knew more history in his little finger than most people know in their entire life. He would listen with care and kindness to all, always smiling, and encouraging people to persevere and meet their dreams. Justin's warmth, smile and profound goodness will be tremendously missed. We raise a toast to you, Dear Justin, you will remain with us forever. Suaimhneas Siorai Air, eternal rest be upon you, Dear Justin. Justin will be laid to rest next to his dear father, Patrick, whom he loved so much. An Irish celebration of his life will be held at the Irish Mill Inn, 26592 Highway 83 North, Mundelein, IL on Sunday, June 11th, from 5pm to close, with a service for Justin earlier in the day at Kristan Funeral Home located at 219 West Maple Avenue, Mundelein at 12 noon until 2pm with words of comfort, music and the reading of the 23rd Psalm at 2pm. Burial to follow at Waldheim Cemetery, Forest Park, IL and then back to the Mill. Please see the Kristan Funeral Home website for further information, www.kristanfuneralhome.com or 847-566-8020.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jun. 8, 2023.

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Joe Kim

March 17, 2025

Justin was a year ahead of me at New Trier High School. We were both on the football team, and although we weren't close we were acquaintances who shared a joke here and there. I remember Justin being someone who was fair and knew when not to joke too much, but also made people feel at home. I was much bigger than him but I remember he hit well above his weight on the football field, much respect. About 25 years after high school we re-connected on facebook. We msged a few times catching up, and though I lived in Asia he kept on inviting me visit him and the bar when I visited my parents in Chicago. A year ago when I went back to visit Chicago, I looked him up and even msged him but didn't hear back. To my shock, Justin had passed away. I wish I had visited earlier so we could have shared a laugh and had a happy moment. Justin was a good man and I'm very very sorry he is gone. Here's to you old friend, thanks for making the lives of those around you better in every way.

Tim McGrath

June 1, 2024

Aunt Denise—we are all thinking of you up in Alaska and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers as Justin’s 1 year anniversary approaches. We love you.

gil santoscoy

June 11, 2023

Justin was one of my best friends in college. And then after. He was amazing. He was the guy everyone turned to to find out where the party would be! He was always the man.

The man you could count on. The man who loved to have fun. And the man you always wanted to be around.

He was a great guy, incredible friend, amazing son, and the hardest worker. His sense of humor and kindness were unmatched. And he worked so hard to make his dad proud. And he did. You could count on Justin for anything.❤

But he was just hilarious. He loved life and humor.

I’m so sad to hear he’s gone. I’m just so damn sad.

I love you, McGrath.

“flights of angels❤❤❤”

-gil

Michael A De Fazio

June 10, 2023

Denise,
My condolences on the passing of your son. Your family will be in our prayers.
Michael A. De Fazio

Doreen and John, Edward and all of us from Royal Cantonese

June 9, 2023

Our deepest condolences to Justin´s family and everyone at The Mill. Royal Cantonese

Bill McDonald

June 8, 2023

Justin was a very special person we became good friends over the years he always asked me how my son was doing in sports and life I will miss you my friend

Jackie SWIFT,

June 8, 2023

Denise, I don’t know what to say, but you know my heart. Justin was so special, so special. Love, Jackie.

Randy Pfister

June 8, 2023

Justin was a fine man. Friend to me and my family. I will never forget his kindness and love for all who entered the Mill. God bless all his family. He lives on in you

Heather Smetters Owner of A See Our Cabs

June 8, 2023

Justin was such a great man and will be missed by all who knew him. This world definitely lost another great person. May you rest in peace Justin until we meet again!

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