Jane McGrath Obituary

You are not just a memory.
I hear your laugh, I see your smile, I feel your presence.
Truly a once in a lifetime friend.
Miss you. Heavenly hugs to you and molly.
Jz

Jane
I know you are in heaven because you were truly a wonderful gift to us I miss you your beautiful personality and genuine kindness is misseda week after you passed away you called me leaving me a voicemail reminding me not to forget my scissors for I cut your hair the day before you passed away you told me you didn’t want to go out of town but you had promised to attend and you could not let anyone down you were always thinking about other people miss you dearly

Dear Jane, we all come back to your page to remind us each that we are not alone in missing you. You made every friend feel like the closest and most important person in your sphere. Never fear that your sweet spirit and a million beautiful memories are carried in our hearts every day. Your picture greets me every morning, like so many others. You are one in a lifetime, Jane. I thank the Heavens Above for bringing you into my life and shaping me into a better person with your wisdom, laughter and love. Love you always, and thank you Carol for keeping this open for us all to check in on so often. Fitz

Im so sorry I never got to meet you all. Jane Ann and I were close friends when we were kids. I lived at 9351 s 50th. Our parents would play cards together and we would get to be wild ones together. I have old pics .

Always in my heart Jane and Molly.
Miss you both.

15 years today. It still hurts. ;(

Another Birthday Month and I miss you more each year! Happy Birthday in Heaven my friend! Cheers!

Its mid July again. Another year approaches. Miss you both terribly! Always in my heart. love you!

I lived in Berwyn and my daughter went to the district 100 Berwyn grade schools. I wish I would have known. I am so sorry (just seeing this now) for your loss. She was a really nice person. I may have even crossed paths with her at times at the schools and not even realized it. My deepest sympathies.
Joanie (Tomasewski) Now Kenning

remembering you again and always. Missing you both again, still and always. Love you, always! my BFF, rest in peace, I miss you!

Hey Molly, though about you on your birthday. Not to worry, I never forget!
I had a toast to you! Always in my thoughts, both you and mom!

Hey Jane and Molly,
Thinking about you both and missing you. Things have not been the same since you left. I know you are around at times, I still hear your laugh. Hope you are not laughing at me!
Miss you.
Ill be bye to visit this weekend.
love you both,

Happy Birthday Jane Ann. Tomorrow we'll continue to celebrate in your absence.

Carol

Another year with out you both. Just hasn't been the same since you left. Thinking of you today and everyday, love you both.
Until we meet again.

Jane & Molly,
6 years seems like yesterday. Jane, I still look for you in district office, I long for your voice and your laugh. I miss talking to you, I miss dining out, shopping and just laughing about life! Molly, I still see you in your orange flips flops on graduation day! And I miss how your smile was so infectious a we knew you were up to something. You both make me smile almost everyday. I miss you.
Rest in Peace, until we meet again.
Love you both.
Joanne

Hey Birthday Girl, I miss you and cant drink alone! Dont worry, Ill find some one!
xoxo joanne

Happy Birthday Jane Ann. We miss you. Love, Carol and Joanne.

Dear Jane and Molly,
Thanks for the lack of sleep, last night. I had a night filled of dreams, all good, of you, Jane! Some woke me smiling! Just know you are terribly missed!
love ya both,
Joanne

Hello Ladies,
Its almost Christmas. Another year without you. Miss shopping with you, miss eating with you and I will miss "returning everything" with you! You make me smile when I think of why we buy everything on Black Friday and end up returning most of it!
I miss you both, today and everyday.
Love you-

By Golly Miss Molly.
Its Your Birthday and I miss you. We will never have the chance to know the young lady you would have become. But I am glad to have had the chance to know the sweet, ever-smiling Molly.
Thinking of you (and mom) today and always.

Dearest Jane and Molly,
Another year without you. You both are missed greatly. Your ears must ring daily as so many people talk about you and Molly and something you said or did. And for a minute the room smiles and laughs. And then, we again, realize how much we miss you.
Love you today and always..........
Joanne

I did not get a chance to visit for (other)Easter, however I might get out to leave you a RED Egg for Greek Easter! I miss you both.

Happy Birthday my friend!
I miss you.
Joanne

Jane,
I know! I know ! I know it's your birthday month!
I hear you!
Ill be visiting for our annual, Quartely, Monthy drink!
miss you both!

As March approaches, I will be celebrating on the 26th with my BUNCO BABES. You don't know any of them but you did enjoy BUNCO so I am hosting the March gathering on your birthday. I will have all of the fattening things you loved. I'll never be able to get the sound of your doctor's voice out of my head telling you that your test results were all good and to keep doing whatever you were doing. Did he know that your idea of a vegetable was a jalapeno popper??Deep fried??With a side of fries??and onion rings? I don't think he did. Today was Paczki Day and I didn't do anything. After Palmer retired I told her I wasn't going to do it any longer. She's the only reason I did it. Her and Rudy, he loved Fat Tuesday. I didn't even know what Fat Tuesday or a Paczki was until I started working here. My mom was from KY. Things like lent and many of the other Catholic rules and regulations never made it to the ears of the hillbillies in my family. We've got more churches than the Irish have types of beer but none make you give up things you love for 2 months. So, with that I'll say bye for now. Matt, I've got a hankerin' for some Greek food.
Love to all,
Carol

Hello ladies,
Valentines Day came and went. And I just wanted to tell you both, I Love You! I ate your chocolates!
xoxox

Its January and a new year. I miss you. I missed a new years drink with you, Jane, and yes, you too, Molly!
trying to hook up with Matt for a Greek town dinner. He's still soaking me and Carol W for a dinner out!
Miss you- xoxo
joanne

HI Jane and Molly,
Its been a weird day! And when it is, I think you, Jane, have something to do with it!
Yes, I know you are there and I miss you!
xoxo
joanne

Hi Jane and Molly.
Dan and I had a great time at your golf outing dinner. It was a great summer evening with all of your friends and family. I was particularly proud of Matt as he stood up in front of the group and thanked everyone for having this night in honor of you and how much it means to have us all in his life. I was so proud that he graduated from Columbia right on time...( he and Steve are the same age) and looked so grown up. I am sure you were with us and heard every word he said. Your family works tirelessly for the event in your honor and helps so many families. Miss you lots....Jane

To all of Jane's family and friends. I am keeping Jane and Molly's memory close to my heart. I loved stopping in the office and hearing the stories of Jane's 2 beautiful kids, how they drove her crazy with worry yet supplied her with love! (Like so many stories of moms) Thumbuddy Special continues to promote the Pamper Mom Day in Jane's memory. On October 5th, eight moms of disabled children being picked up by a limo, brought to Yorktown for a spending spree, onto the beauty salon for nails, makeup and hair and then to Carlucci's for dinner. I think Jane and Molly would just love this special day in their honor. Miss you Jane and say a prayer for me with 4 teenagers in my house! OXOX

Happy Birthday Molly,

You are missed more with each passing day. Had a visit with your brother this week. I don't see him as often as I would like to. There was a time when the 2 of you were like my own kids. I loved you so much. (I still do) I will always cherish those days. The memories make me laugh until I cry. Laugh because you three were just so darn funny. Cry because Matt grew up and you and Jane left us. Some things just can't be put into words.

Love,
Carol Walega

Dearest Molly,
Happy Birthday! Sorry I could not get on my computer yesterday, but I though about you all day. I see your smile and hear your laugh and somehow you would have ditched your mother on your birthday! After she gave you money! I still remember you as the 14 yr old with orange flip flops who walked across the graduation stage with such style and confidence as only Molly could!
Miss you today and always, say hello to Mom.
Love, Joanne Zendol

I miss the two of you so much! Today is my first time on this site and I am so pleased, yet not at all suprised, to see the impact you have made on so many lives. I can truly say that I try my best to allow the two of you to live on through every action I make. Everything I do in my life is in direct correlation to the person I know you would want me to be. Thank you so much for being such amazing people. Though sometimes I feel like I am alone I think of the support system you have left behind for me and feel so warm and protected. If it wasn't for the lives you had touched over the years and the impact you had made on others I don't believe that system would have existed and I want you to know how greatful I am to have it. You are my inspiration and I hope that I can amount to half of the life the two of you had lived. Thank you for being my guardian angels. I love you guys. Happy Birthday Molly and thanks for the birthday gift.

-Hunter John McGrath
Born September 22nd 2008
6lbs 12oz
You guys are birthday buddies!!

Dearest Jane and Molly,
I need your help! Another dear friend of mine died in a car crash, Labor Day weekend. Her name is Patti Mongello. She was called home to Him suddenly and I miss her. I have prayed and told her not to be afraid because you will look for her. She has no one there. You will know her, because her smile and laugh is almost as big as yours. We just celebrated her 50th b'day and had a great time. She reminds me so much of you.
Please take care of her and try to behave. Save me a spot.
Love you all,
Joanne

Dear Matt,
When you read this I want you to remember that you will always be on our minds and in our prayers. I write these little notes more for you than for me. I want our words of love to continue throughout the days of your life for your wonderful mother and sweet sister. You will always be part of my family even though you grow older and we grow apart physically. Mentally you are always there and you are always welcome. We love you and we miss Jane and Molly more than ever.
Love, Carol, Doug, Julie and Kevin

Jane Ann and Molly Jane,

Tomorrow is the anniversary of your passing and it does not seem like 4 years! I remember all the fun we had like it was yesterday. I see your smilling faces everyday, in my mind and a picture on my desk! So much has happened in 4 years and I know you have been able to share in some of it! I know you are around, I feel you! And stop doing that "crazy stuff". I know you are there.
Hope you both are happy on your fluffy clouds and smiling on us all day! You were taken for us (me) to soon. I will never understand. I miss you both and love you always.
jz

Dear Jane,
Its March. Again we are reminded it IS your Birthday Month! Even in your absence we celebrate you and your birthday. Your ears must have been burning the other night. Everybody in d100 knows its your b'day month! Cathy Collins, Carol Welega and many others were sharing Jane and Molly stories. We laugh and we cry. I miss you.
Happy Birthday and I will have a drink on you!
Love you and miss you both. RIP.
Until we meet again.
xoxo

It's your birthday month. We all know it, we all remember it, and guess what? We all still celebrate it. You are always with us in mind and body. Just look at Zendol's notes below, that'll just prove it to you. Hey, only 41 days 'til my birthday.

Came across this cleaning up some e-mail. I have several that will never be deleted from & to Jane Ann. We visit and think of you often, particularly when you are able to reak havoc on D100 with your ability to have a 10 year old memo, picture or letter come across someone's computer or better yet their printer. But you really out did yourself recently when you were able to get a phone call thru to Jane's cell phone from your cancelled home phone number (freaky then funny). You continue to amaze - please don't stop - it makes our day, week month that much more enjoyable, just as you always have.

Dear Jane and Molly,
Another Christmas with out you! No one to go to the day after SALE! No one to find all the sales with, and no one to go and return everything with. I sure do miss you both!
The Holiday school year break was lonely also, No one to go to the movies with and get up and get my popcorn refills! Just not the same and never will be.
Hey Jane, Elaine Pagurko will be visiting you. Someone new for you to laugh with! Watch out Heaven, trouble is brewing!! Miss you, Love, joanne

Another year went by and I cannot believe it. Seems like yesterday we were laughing about something, talking about someone and yelling at our kids. I really miss my Movie and Shopping Partner. I have since realized how much fun we had together.

I miss you both.

You are always on my mind and in my heart.

Love, Joanne

Dearest Jane and Molly,

Tomorrow is St. Patrick's Day. Jane, your 2nd favorite holiday after your Birthday day or month! I am far from Irish but you always made sure everyone was Irish, wearing green, drinking beer, and reciting some Irish Phrase or Limmerick. I will wear my green and drink my Martini (no beer for me) and say some silly poem. But It wont be the same with out you.



Molly and Jane, take care of each other, until me meet again, may your smile stay in my mind.

miss ya, joanne

I dont really know what brought me here today other than I so miss Jane and Molly. Everyday, at my desk is a picture of two crazy people! How have we made it with out them? How is it that she, Jane can still make me laugh with any thought, and how I hurt a minute later?. Im hope they both are together looking down upon us. I feel Jane around me, and know she is sometimes involved in my daily "stuff". Fine with me. Love them both.........forever!

joanne

I can't believe that it's been a year. I think of Matt, Jane and Molly every day.

I have been greatly blessed by the gift of having Jane Ann as a friend for 20+ years. What a joy! She has enriched my life with her luminous smile (and bright pink lipstick), her boundless energy, and her unforgetable laugh(snort). She somehow always knew when I needed a lift and was always there for me. She glowed when talking about Matt & Molly. How she loved them! I will miss her so very much. My deepest sympathy to the entire McGrath family. And,Matt,I love you and pray for you to get through this. May God Bless you all.

Dear Matt and McGrath Family,

My deepest sympathy to you all on such a tragic loss.

Heaven is a better place with its newest angels watching over all of you....

Tom has mentioned so often what a great family you have and what good neighbors you have Matt.

So sorry I was out of town last week but continue prayers for you daily.

I was so sorry to learn of Jane's passing. She was always a funny and warm person. She had an infectious smile and she will be missed by all those who knew her.

Dear Matt,

I can't stop thinking about what your feeling. It hurts me to know that you're hurting more.You are such a great person like your Mother and Sister were and you didn't deserve this. Not one 18 year old derserves such a tragic loss as you have experienced. I just want you to know that We Love You and you're in our thoughts and prayers everyday that goes by. "It wont be long we'll meet again my love for you is neverending, It wont be long will meet again my love for you is everlasting." - Howard Jones

I came home from vacation yesterday to find out this tragic news. I am so sorry for your loss. Jane had a great knack for brightening up a room. I would "check-in" at least once a week into her office, and I was always greeted with a "What's up Mar? How's it goin? And don't forget to check your box!" Not to mention a fresh supply of candy! I'm sitting here reading all these tributes to such a fine person and having a good cry...I'm sure her Irish eyes are smiling down on us all!!

A winning personality, a contagious smile and a genuine AMIGA. I will miss you and Molly and will keep Matt in my prayers

To The McGrath Family,

I was on vacation and received a phone call telling me the heartbreaking news. I can't even imagine the profound sadness of such a loss! For the past five years,Jane has called on my phone every night to tell me what school to teach at the next day.I will miss her cheerful voice on the other end.Last year my mother was ill for some time and then passed away. Jane always asked how she was doing and was deeply concerned. She told me how lucky she was that her parents were still in such good health.I will always remember her smile because she would brighten up the room! I will miss her and Molly.My prayers are with the entire family,especially Matt. Our families go way back-my aunt is Jane Murphy and my sister is Mary Dugan.

Dear Kay and Chet. Dee and I can't find the words to say how sorry we are. I don't think any exist We offer our heart felt prayers.

Many people this week have told me how hard it must be to be in the special ed office at Lavergne with the reminders of Jane. Initially it was, but as the two days have gone by it has become a comfort. I feel fortunate to sit at her desk and eat her never-ending stash of candy and to listen to her phone ring all day with people who just want to hear her voice one more time on her answering machine. I got to look through all of her photos of her family and friends that she kept in her top drawer and got to listen to her favorite CD's. She and Molly are still with us wanting to to hear us laugh about our favorite times with them. There will never be another Jane & Jane team in District 100 and there will be no one to tell me that my lipstick doesn't match with my outfit ( Did her fuscia colored lipstick match her outfits?!?!) but I will share her "Gift of Time" that she always gave me with other for the rest of my life.

I am still in shock after hearing the tragic news. Please know that Jane touched so many lives and that all of us are better for having known her. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

DEAR MATT AND FAMILY,

I MET YOUR MOM DURING THE SOFTBALL SEASON IN DOWNERS GROVE AND SHE INSTANTLY BECAME A GREAT FRIEND, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU LOSS, NOTHING COULD EVER TAKE THIER PLACE, BUT SHE ALWAYS TALKED ABOUT YOUR WONDERFUL FAMILY AND I AM SURE THEY WILL HELP YOU THRU THIS TIME. I WILL REMEMBER JANE AND MOLLY'S SENSE OF HUMOR AND HOW WE LAUGHED AND HOW JANE AND I CHEERED FOR OUR DAUGHTERS. I REMEMBER THEM LOVING LONE STAR AND BARBECUES... I WILL FOREVER REMEMBER YOU JANE AND MOLLY IN OUR HEARTS...GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ... RUTH

Dear family of Jane and Molly McGrath,

Jane's presence brought light and laughter, warm smiles, joy and a special gift of helping people feel connected to her and to each other. The loss of Jane and Molly is profound and deeply touches our hearts. Our prayers for strength and hope now reach the ears of Jane and Molly as they are in God's presence.

Francie Scott

What a tremendous shock to hear the news. Jane was a wonderful woman and Molly was just like her. They could both make you laugh in an instant and always had a smile on their faces. My heart breaks for Matt and the rest of the family. God Bless

I received this poem after hearing of your tremendous loss. Our prayers are with all of you.

My God bless..........



If tomorrow starts without me, And I'm not there to see,

If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me;

I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today,

While thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me, As much as I love you,

And each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too;

But when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand,

That an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand,

And said my place was ready, In heaven far above,

And that I'd have to leave behind; All those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye For all my life,

I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do,

It seemed almost impossible that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays, The good ones and the bad,

I thought of all the love we shared, And all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday, Just even for a while,

I'd say good-bye and kiss you

And maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized, That this could never be,

For emptiness and memories, Would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow,

I thought of you, and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates, I felt so much at home.

When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne,

He said, "This is eternity, And all I've promised you.

Today your life on earth is past,But here life starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last,

And since each day's the same way, There's no longing for the past.

You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true.

Though there were times you did some things,

You knew you shouldn't do

But you have been forgiven, and now at last you're free.

So won't you come and take my hand, and share my life with me?"

So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart,

For every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart.

Dear Marie,

I wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. The bond between sisters is so strong as is your faith. It is with that faith you will be strong for the road you have before you. You, as well as your family, will be in my thoughts and prayers always.

The McGrath Family,



There are no words that can take away your pain and emptyness. I am so very sorry, and pray that somehow you each find comfort in all the wonderful memories and special moments you had with Jane Ann & Molly.

Jane Ann and Molly are true angels that watched over us carefully as they lived, and will certainly continue to do so forever. The tributes in the memorial services and Mass from all of the friends, and especially the family, captured the very special kind of people that they were. Seldom do we find the selfless generosity and caring that the McGrath/Morgan family exemplifies, and that legacy will keep them alive for us all, and especially for Matt, through our lives. The world is a better place because of Jane, her role as a mother, and a friend, and my heart grieves with so many thousands, at her loss. I hold her laughter and love close, and her accomplishments will be recognized by many for a very long time. Fitz

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your beautiful family when I needed you most. Jane knew. She still knows. I love you all. "Care"

Jane touched so many lives. She was Berwyn's own version of George Bailey. Many of us would not be working in School District 100 if it wasn't for Jane. My heart goes out to the family of this wonderful, special person.

Dear McGrath Family

You are so blessed to have each other. You will not be alone-all of you have two special angels by your side. Matthew, their wings will always be there to lift you up.

Dear Matt and family,

With heavy heart and deepest sympathy, my prayers are with you. Jane will see us all through this with her abiding love and laughter.

no words can be of comfort to you, i will keep jane ann and molly in my prayers. and will also keep all in my prayers that the pain of loss will ease.

My Fondest Memories of Jane Ann Mcgrath:

The Strike and Spare.

Dancing till 3 in the morning.

Cherry bombs.

White castles.

Bicycle rides.

Freshline Foods. (Jimmy)

Cleaning your mom's house when they were at the lake.

Garlic bread on the Grill burnt. (jimmy)

Soaping windows. (jimmy)

late night talks in the hammock.

Your infectious laugh. (piglet)

Your smiling eyes.

The most incredible smile. (ever)

Your children.

You will be sorely missed.

Dear McGrath family and Matt Morgan,

My deepest condolences go out to all of you in your time of sorrow. I met Jane Ann while working for Heritage Bank. Jane Ann was a hard working, dedicated woman who could brighten up an entire department just by her beautiful smile and infectious laugh. As we walk through life, we may be lucky enough to meet a special person or two. In my life, Jane Ann was definitely one of those people.

Dear McGrath Family,

We know and feel your pain..your broken hearts..your disbelief. We are praying for all of you as you go along this most painful Journey. May your precious Angels watch over you especially Matt. We,too,have an Angel,she,too,was taken suddenly and much too soon. We will not forget you.... Kay, when we saw you on Sunday Larry was so terribly upset he told me in the car with uncontrollable tears...Truly, our hearts are broken because of your pain..Your FAITH will carry you, your beautiful memories of Jane Ann and Molly will be your strength and they will give you the courage to face each day..one day the sun will shine again and you will smile to yourselves and feel their arms wrapped around you... holding all of you close to them......

With much love,

Larry and Kathy Wall

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS GREAT LOSS. IT WAS ONLY LAST WEEK WHEN I TALKED TO HER. IT HAPPENNED SO SUDDEN. I WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.SORRY AGAIN ABOUT THE LOSSES

Dear Matt Morgan and the McGrath Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Both Jane and Molly were sweet and funny! I had the pleasure of working with Molly at Heritage school this past year, and she was a true joy to be around. They will both be missed.

McGrath Family,

We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear McGrath Family: I have just learned of your loss and am in shock. Jane was a very good friend of mine throughout high school and we had been able to continue our friendship long distance although I have not spoken to her in quite a while. She will forever be in my heart and I will keep your family (especially Matt) in my prayers. God Bless you all.

I worked with Jane during the summers helping her get ready for the school year approaching....the first day I met her she had asked me what a certain song was that was playing on B96.....she started singing the lyrics to jogg my mememory (I think she was trying to bond with me because I was a youngen)...but wow, I was impressed....she new every word to a pretty difficult rap song. I loved her from that day on. And that was Jane, she just made everyone she knew feel close to her in some special way....like she had an inside thing with everyone. She was the best and I will miss her dearly. Molly played with the most heart out of everyone I coached, she was special, she was beyond her years. I'll never forget her drive. Love you guys, we will all miss you!!!! My prayers go out to all, especially Matt.

Matt & the McGrath Family,



I'll always remember Jane as a wonderful, visible mother who found such joy and amusement in her children. She was their biggest cheerleader and their greatest friend. She had no choice but to multi task at home and work, and was always verbally grateful anytime anyone offered her the slightest bit of help. She had thanked me and reminded me of things years after I had forgotten them. She was loved by so many, and is irreplacable. I'm sure she and Molly are going to be given some high level administration jobs in Heaven, because that team can really get things done!



All my love,

Julie Tipton

Dear McGrath Family,

I had the pleasure of working with Jane Ann at the Heritage Bank. Jane really had a great time always!

I am so sorry for the great loss your family and Matt have suffered. Our prayers and thoughts will be with Jane and Molly and your entire family.

Dear Matt & the McGrath Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Jane Ann & Molly. I went to high school with Jane Ann and then spent many an hour with her and the kids when she lived on Washington in Oak Lawn. I will miss them and the lost opportunity to reconnect. Life is too short and we must treasure the moments we have with the ones we love. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. When I think of Jane Ann I will remember her ever smiling face.

Ms. McGrath:



My Mom, Mary Dugan, loved you so much. I thought you were a blast to be around, your smile was contagious. I'll never forget the times you were around. I hope you know how much you meant to my Mom and how much I loved you for being the greatest friend my Mom could ever have.

To Matt and Family:

I am so sorry for your loss. My little brother Nicholas attended La Vergne for Pre-School and would always come home smiling with candy in his mouth. His response was always the same " I got this from Ms. McGrath, she's nice, she gives me candy when Im waiting for the bus."

To The MacGrath Family and Matt,

Jane had the best smile and snort laugh, she would start laughting and everyone would join in. She was a wonderful friend and I really loved her. God Bless...

Chet, Kay, and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Jane Ann was always so much fun up at the lake, and we loved visiting with her. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you to help you somehow get through this tragedy. Everyone at the lake is so shocked and saddened. God bless you all.

Dear McGrath Family -



Words cannot express my shock today and grief for the loss of Jane Ann and Molly. Jane Ann and I met many years ago when we were both little girls and she was like a big sister to me when our family moved from Chicago out to Oak Lawn and St. Gerald's. I will dearly cherish my memories of Jane Ann and all of our great times growing up. We had many free-spirited and fun times together ! My heart is so heavy and sad for your you all.



All of the Brannigan's send our deepest condolences and we shall keep you in our prayers.



Kath Brannigan

Dear McGrath Family,

Our deepest and most sincere thoughts & prayers are with you all. You have a very strong family that will get you all through this very tragic time. Matt is left in very good hands. May God Bless you all.

To the McGrath Family, I continue to keep in touch with John since college and did not know Jane very well. However I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I always remember the McGrath family as being very strong a close so I hope you are all doing well during this tragic loss. Joan and I will continue to keep your family in our prayers.

To the entire McGrath Family:

We are very saddened by your losses. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have witnessed first hand how close the McGrath family is, and I am confident they will pull together and help each other to get past this tragedy. God bless you.

Dear McGrath family members,

The Stillman family wishes you all our best in this difficult time. We are extremely sorry for your loss.



Sincerely,

Jon, Jennifer and Elizabeth Stillman

Our deepest sympathy goes to the McGrath family and their friends.



The Agoranos Family

Dear Matt and the McGrath family,



There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Jane was a one of a kind person and there is no one like her. I will never forget her laughter and smile. Just her presence brightened up a room. She was a very good friend to me and I will miss her dearly. Life will not be the same without Jane Ann.

To The Entire McGrath Family,



I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jane Ann and her daughter's death. The Heft family lived just two doors down from the McGrath's and have so many wonderful memories of Jane Ann. I cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing having lost two beautiful people. Please know that on behalf of the Heft family, our prayers are with each of you.



Ralph Sr., Marlene, Ralph Jr., Jo Ann and Bobbie Heft

Chester & family:



No words can accurately describe the grief one feels with the loss of one's child, none the less, a grandaughter also.



Carol & I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God be with you all in this time of sorrow.

Dearest Family of Jane and Molly,



Our most deepest sympathy. Words cannot express the pain in our hearts. We will miss Jane and Molly tremendously and we will always remember.

Love, The Spagnolo Family

My deepest sympathies to Matt, Marie and the McGrath family. I worked with Jane in the District office. I want all of you to know that my thoughts & prayers are with all of you. We will remember Jane everyday. Now, both Jane and Molly are together in Heaven.

Elizabeth Jimenez(Berwyn, IL )

My deepest condolence to Matt and the McGrath Family.



May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time.



Jane I miss you!You were always so kind and sweet to me. So many good things happened to me because of you I will never forget you.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Sincerely,

Gloria Medina

To the McGrath Family:



Jane was my sub caller at district 100. I adored her! She had such a wonderful spirit and sense of humor. She made me smile, whether over the phone, or in person.



My heart goes out to the entire family ...

Dear Matt and McGrath Family:



My deepest sympathy for you and your family. It was an honor to know Jane. I will miss her sense of humor, and her wisdom. Matt, hang in there, know that your Mother & Molly will always be with you ... in your heart.

TO THE MCGRATH FAMILY, I HAVE NOT SEEN JANE IN A NUMBER OF YEARS, BUT I AM DEEPLY SADDENED AT THIS HORRIBLE LOSS. I HAVE ONLY THE FONDEST MEMORIES OF JANE. SHE WAS ONE OF MY DEAREST FRIENDS AT ST. GERALDS AND FOR YEARS FOLLOWING. WE HAD SOME FUN TIMES HER AND I. HER SMILE AND JOY FOR LIFE WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO ALL OF YOU.

To Matt and the whole McGrath family:

I was deeply saddend to hear of your loss of 2 very special and wonderful people. I lived across the street from Jane's parents and had the privilge to get to know Matt and Molly, as well as Jane and the entire Mcgrath family. I used to drive Matt and Molly to school. Jane was always a joy to be around and her smile I will never forget. My prayers are with you at this very difficult time. All my love,

Cathy

To the McGrath Family



Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



May God Bless You and keep you in his loving hands.



The Jones Family (Mardquart Middle School Dist 15)