Christopher Colin McGrath

MADISON - Christopher Colin McGrath, age 49, husband, father, brother, uncle and friend to many passed away from complications due to colon and liver cancer on Fri September 29, 2017. Chris was born in Madison, Wisconsin on August 25, 1968 to Michael and Peggy (Martin) McGrath. Chris was known as "Critter" to his family. Chris graduated with a B.A. from Edgewood College in 1995, and then went on to receive his M.B.A. from Marquette University in 1997. Chris was then united in marriage to Annie Grgurich in 1997. Chris became a V.P. for Wisconsin Hospitality Group (Applebee's/Pizza Hut) for 10 years following graduation, and has spent the last 11 years as the V.P. of Marketing for Legacy Franchise Group (Country Kitchen). During this time, he had two children, Caitlin Claire McGrath and Griffin Glen McGrath, and would have done anything for them. Chris was a kind, giving, solid, man who spent his entire life taking care of others. His passions were drumming (30+ years), spending time with his family and friends, coaching baseball, and contributing to charitable events. He passed his drumming and appreciation for all types of music to both of his children an...[more]

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s a result, they are also talented musicians. Most importantly, Chris was the rock of our family. He was always there for every step of the way for his wife and children and there was never a time where he put his own needs before those around him. Friends and family will recall his witty and bright sense of humor throughout the years, he always was able to make others around him smile and laugh. His life was taken much too soon, and we will miss him every day and throughout this life and into eternity. Chris is survived by his devoted wife Annie; his children Cailtin and Griffin; his sister Heather (Jeff) Sorensen; a brother Michael McGrath; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Chris is preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Wed Oct 4, 2017 at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 401 S. Owen Dr. Madison, a luncheon will follow the Mass at another location. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Tue Oct 3, 2017 at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Road with a time of sharing at 6:30 PM. There will also be visitation on Wed from 10:00 AM until the time of the Mass at Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for the education of their children. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison 608-238-3434