Wayne Emmitt McGrath was born on April 4, 1951 in Chicago, IL. and passed away peacefully on October 31, 2026 at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center with his loved ones by his side.Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Army. His service will be remembered with gratitude and respect. Wayne is survived by his four sisters; Janet (Mike) Cupani, Kathy (Albert) Gross, Laura (Clint) Ward, and Debbie Wils. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews and his great-nieces and great-nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, William C. McGrath, and his mother, Laverne M. McGrath. A Military Burial Service will be on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 West Hoff Road, Elwood, IL.