James E. “Jim” McGrady, 76, formerly of Paoli, PA and more recently of West Chester, PA passed away peacefully on December 30, 2018 after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer. Jim was a dedicated life member of the Berwyn Fire Company, having served for over 40 years as a Firefighter and member of the Fire Police. He is survived by his beloved daughter: Ashley (Matt) Fromm & 3 granddaughters: Lexie, Emma & Abigail Fromm. Also Surviving are 3 siblings: Suzanne (Joseph) Rubino, George (Floss) McGrady & Thomas (Cherie) McGrady; along with many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation on Thursday, January 3, 2019 from 6—8PM at Alleva Funeral Home, Inc.: 1724 E. Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Monica’s Church: 63 Main Ave., Berwyn, PA on Friday Jan. 4, 2019 1030AM. Interment to follow at St. Denis Cemetery, Havertown, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jim’s honor to: The Berwyn Fire Company: 23 Bridge Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312 or Barclay Friends, 700 N. Franklin Street, West Chester, PA 19380. Arrangements are with Alleva Funeral Home, Inc. Paoli, PA.
