Patrick Earl McGrath

Patrick Earl McGrath, age 64, of McCredie, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014, at his home with his family by his side. Patrick was born April 18, 1949, in Columbia, Mo., and was the oldest son of Robert and Pat McGrath. In 1968, Patrick was united in marriage Deborah Sue Howell, who survives at their home. Patrick was a third generation Union Pipefitter, working for J.C. Jacobs, Drummond Mechanical and Officer Mechanical, retiring after 44 years. Patrick was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. He took a special interest in introducing children and adults to shooting sports. In addition to his wife, Patrick will be lovingly remembered by three sons: Sean (Martha) of Fulton, Mo.; Shad (Michelle) of Auxvasse, Mo.; and Erin (Brandi) of Fulton, Mo.; eight grandchildren, Caitlin, Morgan, Hunter (Sean); Mackenzie, Brynn (Shad); Derek, Connor, and Kellan (Erin); one sister, Cathy McCray (John), and three brothers, Michael (Barbie), Kelly, Mark (Terri) and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends including two very close, life-long friends, Gayle English and Bruce Shyrock. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2014, at 2:00 p.m., at the Lions Club Hall in Millersburg, with a carry-in dinner to follow at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be mailed to: Callaway County Shooting Sports, C/O Lori Davis, 6070 Winding Road, Fulton, MO 65251. Online condolences may be left at heartlandcremation.com