Joseph J McGrane's Obituary
JOSEPH J. McGRANE, a loving husband, cherished Uncle and faithful friend passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at Vitality Living, Hudson Florida. Born on July 7, 1931, to parents Dorothy and Albert, he grew up with 7 siblings in the Good Shepherd parish area of Marine Park, Brooklyn, New York. Joe was a Navy veteran. He graduated St. Francis College in Brooklyn after attending for 8 years at night. At the same time, he was employed full time as an Accountant for Columbia Pictures in Manhattan, New York.
Married to the late Francis Casella for over 40 years, the couple became happy Floridians when they relocated from Lynbrook L.I. to Port Richey, Florida in 1991.
A man of faith, Joe was a member of St. James the Apostle church in Port Richey and volunteered in recent years at its St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. He was a member of Aripeka Elks Club in Hudson and the Pasco County Long Island Club.
Joe enjoyed golf, travel, photography, reading, collecting cameras and fine watches, and he was a smart phone buff. He was also a fan of Alfred Hitchcock movies, Brooklyn Dodger baseball and Notre Dame Football.
Known for his quick wit, Joe had the ability to bring smiles to those around him. If someone said, "have a nice day," he would respond with "you have a better one."
He was a great comfort to family members experiencing grief. His caring manner was evidenced when he risked Covid when longtime friend Mary had it by bringing her breakfast every morning. He did "not want her to be alone."
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, his cherished wife "Frannie," sisters Mary, Dorothy, Ruth and Agnes, brothers Albert, Ralph and William. He was also sadly preceded by nieces Sheila and Marion, and nephew Francis. He is survived by 24 cherished nieces and nephews and their children.
Grace Memorial is handling final arrangements. Mass will be celebrated at St James the Apostle Church, 8400 Monarch Drive, Port Richey May 6th at 11:00 a.m. followed by Interment at 2:00 p.m. at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 Southwest 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, plant a tree or donations may be made to Vitas Hospice or St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, St James conference, Port Richey, Florida.
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