Geraldine McGrath Obituary
The family of Geraldine McGrath of Cedar, Iowa announces her passing on September 5, 2026. Geraldine, born on January 15, 1938, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerry and Judy; and her husband Bruce. She is survived by: her close friend Judy; her children, Mary (Rink), Mike (Lisa McGrath), Janet (Scott Satterlee), Sean (Maureen McGrath), David McGrath (Danielle Barr McGrath), Brian McGrath (Ruby McGrath Donald) and Maureen McGrath; her grandchildren, Jeff, Dawn, William, Emma Rink, Murphy (Emily), Griffin, Tucker McGrath (Kerriane), Henry, Shea Satterlee, Brittany Jordan (Chris), Allyse Riecke (Jeff), Georgia, Magnus, Daniel McGrath, Mats, Melody McGrath, Ben McGrath Donald, Louie and Wilson Faphimai; her great grandchildren, Maddie, Amaya, Lucy, Raegan, Calvin and Robby; her siblings, Patty Farber, Mary Baskfield (Jerry), Mike Shea (Lorna), David Shea, Carole Sleight (Greg), Dick Shea (Sharon), Daniel Shea and Julie Selz; and her in-laws, Sis Shea and Joanne Shea. She is also survived by her seven children, twenty grandchildren, six great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 9th 2026 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church (1224 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. An entombment was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery (375 32nd St Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403).
Memorials can be given in Judy's name to: Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy where she peacefully spent her final days.
