James Sawyer McBrady Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

James Sawyer McBrady, age 87, died on September 19th, in Lindenhurst, Illinois. James was born on May 8th, 1931 in South Portland, Maine, to parents John and Ruth McBrady. He entered the United States Air Force in 1951. James served his country for four years. He graduated from The University of Maine with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He moved to Syracuse, New York and accepted a position as an Electrical Engineer at the General Electric Corporation. He worked as an Electrical Engineer for his entire career. James was a committed and faithful husband and father. He married Jane Kathleen Beck in 1955. James and Jane were married for 63 years, they had four children. James was dedicated to his family. He provided security and companionship to his wife Jane. He was passionately involved in the education and well-being of his children and grandchildren. James enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his spare time. His family will forever remember him as a person who shared love, knowledge, and wisdom. James is survived by his wife, Jane McBrady of Lindenhurst, Illinois; his son Peter McBrady (Cindy Plotz McBrady), of Marengo, Illinois, his daughter Kathy McBrady Godlewski (David Godlewski), of Bull Valley, Illinois, and his daughter Julie McBrady Teske (John Teske), of Glenbelauh, Wisconsin. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Monday, September 24, 2018 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 135 S Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046 with mass to follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Millburn Cemetery, Old Mill Creek, IL. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to JourneyCare Hospice, 405 N Lake Zurich Rd, Barrington, IL 60010.

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James Sawyer McBrady

May 8, 1931 - September 18, 2018