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George McGrath Obituary

McGrath, George H. ALBANY George H. McGrath, 80, died on Saturday, September 4, 2021, with his loving family by his side. George was born in Union City, N.J. and moved to Albany in 2012. George proudly served in the U.S. Army. George found happiness in his deep faith in God, his loving devotion to family, and sharing a warm smile with everyone he encountered. George is survived by his wife Deborah McGrath. He is also survived by his children, Shawn (Kate) McGrath, Shannon (David) Marbach, Michael McGrath and Joseph (Elizabeth) McGrath; as well as his very special grandchildren, Bailee, Riley, and Charles. Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany on Wednesday at 8:15 a.m., and from there to All Saints Catholic Church, 16 Homestead St., Albany (behind CVS) at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5 - 9 p.m. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.



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Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 6, 2021.

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Katie Diggins

September 11, 2021

Dear Deborah and family,
I was so sad to hear that George had died. I loved seeing him at daily Mass. He just made me smile when I spotted him in his pew ... always the right side, close to the front. Perhaps George had this effect on many people who knew him. I just felt good saying "Hi" to him at church. George was one of `the good guys´ and I will miss him very much. I hope you will all be comforted by wonderful memories of your husband, Dad, and Grandpa. I will keep you all in my prayers. Fondly, Katie.

George and Pat Kapral

September 8, 2021

Beautiful mass. George, be at peace and go with God. Debbie, we love you.
Love, hugs, and blessings to family and friends.

Kyle Ostrander

September 7, 2021

He was a great man, truly one of a kind. I always enjoyed working with him. His stories and life experiences were engaging to listen too.

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Sandi Young Zanotti

September 6, 2021

My deepest condolences to the wonderful McGrath family. Mr.McGrath was a special teacher/man who has left me with beautiful memories. Shawn & Michael my heart will be with you in spirit. May he rest in love.

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