Bridget "Biddy" McGrath

Bridget "Biddy" McGrath obituary, Orland Park, IL

Bridget "Biddy" McGrath

Bridget McGrath Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home on Dec. 27, 2025.
Bridget "Biddy" McGrath (nee Moran) Age 81, Native of Clare Island, County Mayo Ireland
Beloved wife of the late Owen McGrath.
Devoted mother of Jane McGrath, Ann (Thomas) McGrath-Harty, and Patricia Florek.
Cherished grandmother of Sarah, Thomas, Owen, Kate, Grace and Samantha.
Loving sister of the late Mary (late Joe) Cunnane, late Martin (Una) Moran, late Carmel (late Patty) Hastings, Michael (Nora) Moran, Anne (late Pat) Kett, late Patrick (Nora) Moran and Jane (Patrick) O'Toole. Treasured her many nieces and nephews. Adored her cousins, especially Frannie and Jackie McGreal. Deepest thanks to her devoted caregivers, Maggie Rzadkosz and Anne Andal whose kindness and support brought her great comfort and dignity. Family meant everything to her. She was Jane's greatest champion, and their bond was extraordinary-rooted in patience, humor, and love. She took immense pride in her grandchildren, celebrating every milestone with joy. She had a gift for bringing people together and threw unforgettable parties filled with laughter and great food. Her life was defined by devotion, hard work, laughter, and unwavering strength. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m.
Funeral Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to Our Lady of the Woods Church, Mass 10:00 a.m.
This livestream link will be available here just prior to Bridget "Biddy" McGrath's funeral Mass; https://www.asimplestreaming.com/bfmcgrath
Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
In lieu of flowers donations to Garden Center Services, www.gardencenterservices.org would be appreciated.
Please leave a memory for the family on Bridget's Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to her family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878
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