Thomas Henry McGraw III

Thomas Henry McGraw III obituary, Norristown, PA

Thomas Henry McGraw III

Thomas McGraw Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Boyd-Horrox-Givnish Funeral Home on Jan. 15, 2026.
Thomas Henry McGraw, III passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. Born in Pittsburg on June 13, 1939 he was the beloved son to the late David and Louise McGraw (nee Schoch).

Tom served in the United States Navy. Following his honorable discharge, he spent his working years in various jobs as an electrician, electronic and robotic technician, retiring from Siemans Corporation.

In 1981, he married his best friend and wife, Mary Jane, also known as Polly McGraw. He was the cherished father to the late Cathy McGraw, Amy Irwin, and grandfather to Paulina, Olivia, Bobby, Ciara, and the late David. Also, great grandfather to Ezra and Ember and a friend to many. He will be missed by all who loved him. Tom enjoyed many hobbies but his first love was sailing, spending many weekends on the Chesapeake Bay.

A private burial will be held for Tom at Riverside Cemetery of Norristown.

Services to the family are entrusted to Boyd Horrox Givnish Life Celebration Home of East Norriton. To share your fondest memories of Tim, please visit www.lifecelebration.com, 610-277-7000.

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