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John McGrath Obituary

McGRATH, Retired Honorable JOHN E.; of Waterford; passed away peacefully May 30, 2015; at 89 years of age. Beloved husband of Virginia for 66 years; dear father of Terri (Ken) Pickett and the late Mary (the late James) Brigham; loving grandfather of Kenneth (Megan) Goddard and Erin Moran. John served as magistrate for the 51st District Court in Waterford for many years and was in private practice as an attorney in Waterford for over 40 years. He enjoyed tennis, hunting and camping. John was known and loved by many and will be dearly missed. Funeral Service Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 10 a.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME - WATERFORD. Interment follows at Crescent Hills Cemetery, Waterford. Family will receive friends Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. To send condolences to the family please visit www.CoatsFuneralHome.com/Obituaries

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Published by Daily Tribune from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2, 2015.

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Richard Galat

June 19, 2015

I was very saddened to hear of John passing away. I was proud to have worked with him at the 51st District Court when I was attending law school. John exemplified professionalism and integrity as a Magistrate, while showing respect for the public and litigants before him. I was honored to have served in his courtroom and learned much from his example. My condolences to his family.

June 3, 2015

Terri,
Dave and I are very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a wonderful man, very kind. You are in our prayers.
Dave and Sue Mott

Bill Hampton

June 2, 2015

Dear Ginny and family, John was, without a doubt, one of the most honest people that I had the pleasure to know. A fabulous lawyer, and a very fair magistrate. Never did I hear one bad word about John. A true gentleman, a loving husband and a incredible Dad...God Bless all of you, and be proud of the man John was...

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