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The death has occurred of
Des McGRATH
Desmond (Des) McGrath
Pinewood Avenue, Hillview, Waterford
Late of Barrack Street and the Cork Road.
Died February 5th, 2026
Predeceased by his mother Lily, father Gedge and his brothers Noel and Nicky.
Much loved husband of Nellie and adored father of Stephen, Sandra and Leeann. Des will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Sam, Sophie, Robyn, Leo, Arlo, Lenny, Beau and Remy, sisters Kathleen and Elizabeth, brothers John, Paul and Shane, daughter-in-law Gillian, sons-in-law Anthony (Barron) and Anthony (Fitzpatrick), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family neighbours and friends.
May Des Rest In Peace.
Reposing at his residence in Hillview X91 K2PT
on Sunday February 8th from 4pm to 6pm.
Requiem Mass on Monday February 9th
in St. John’s Church, Parnell Street at 1pm.
Private Cremation later.
House Private outside of the reposing time.
No flowers please, donations in lieu to
South East Palliative Care.
https://waterfordhospice.ie/donate/
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Date Published:
Friday 6th February 2026
Date of Death:
Thursday 5th February 2026