
Des McGrath, Pinewood Avenue, Hillview, Waterford & Late of Barrack Street and the Cork Road.
Who died on Thursday, 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:
Tom Hennessy & Sons (Undertaker)
45A Johnstown, Waterford
051 87 42 90
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Condolences (4)
Brian Coughlan
Feb 07, 2026
My sincere condolences to Nellie and the family. Des was a gentleman and was always a pleasure to see and have a great chat with. May he rest in peace ?
Sean McBrinn
Feb 06, 2026
My sincerest sympathies to the McGrath family. Des was a gentleman and always a pleasure to see and chat with. May he rest in peace.
Tony Sheridan
Feb 06, 2026
My sincere condolences to Nellie and family, so sorry to hear about Des,a lovely man and a gentleman..may he rest in peace ?
Chris Barrett.
Feb 06, 2026
R I P, Des.