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Christian McGrady Obituary

CHRISTIAN MCGRADY, 15 ROCKFORD - Christian McGrady, 15, of Rockford departed this earthly life July 13, 2013. He was born April 30, 1998, in Chicago, the son of Crystal Dalton-McGrady and Christopher McGrady. Christian, lived 3 years in Rockford, coming from Chicago. He attended Kennedy Middle School. Christian leaves to cherish many memories, his parents, Crystal (James Johnson) Dalton-McGrady and Christopher (Sophia Rayner) McGrady; two brothers, Christopher Jr. and Chrishawn McGrady; three sisters, Quinana McGrady, Kristina Brown and Krystal Shaw; maternal grandmother, Doris Dalton; paternal grandparents, Ginger McGrady and Archie McGrady; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2013, at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State Street. Visiting with the family from 6:30 p.m. until the time of service.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jul. 20 to Jul. 21, 2013.

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Damoo

October 11, 2023

I would never forget you bro I´m going to forever speak your name........I got your name tattooed on my skin you forever with me,

July 31, 2013

I LOVE YOU Nephew but God loves you more..You will be missed.I refuse to say goodbye..I WILL ONLY SAY I CAN T HARDLY WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN..AND PLAY "BB" ROCK TEACHER, (INSIDER)... I LOVE YOU BABY... AUNTEE LISA ANN you'll forever be in my heart and soul.. </3

Otea Glover

July 23, 2013

Hello, You don't know me, but I'm a Para also for District 205. I'm sorry for the loss of your son, Christian. I believe that God has Christian in Heaven, sitting on his right side. I pray for his family and friends. God bless you!

Concord Commons Community

July 22, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Otea Glover

July 22, 2013

My heart goes out to your family and Christian's friends.

STEPHANIE WALKER

July 21, 2013

TO THE MCGRADY FAMILY:
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE.
YOUR FAMILY IS AND WILL STAY IN MY PRAYERS.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Steve Olson

July 21, 2013

I had Christian in a couple of my classes the last 2 years. I can't believe he's gone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, my daughter went to Kennedy also. We will keep you in our prayers, God Bless you Mother of Ariana Tate

tj jordan

July 21, 2013

we miss you CHRISTIAN always be in are thought's nd heart, why you go so soon we need you out here. R.I.P

July 21, 2013

We love you Christian! Miss you!!!!
Love,
Joop,Jada,Lil Ly,& Nickey

BEV WOOD

July 20, 2013

I DO NOT KNOW YOU BUT THIS IS SO TERRIBLE. I AM A MOM AND I REALLY FEEL FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

shelia clay

July 20, 2013

our thoughts and prayers r with u all in ur time of sorrow. christian will be greatly missed. Clay & McDaniel family

Tanya Hoemke

July 20, 2013

Gone way too soon and way too young. My prayers go out to the family of this precious child of God.

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