1951-2026
The unexpected passing of Kathleen Ellen (Kinney) McGraw, beloved wife of the late J. Gilbert McGraw of Second Falls NB, occurred at the Charlotte County Hospital, St. Stephen NB on September 12, 2026. Born in Bonny River NB on March 30, 1951, she was a daughter of the late James and Norma (Sherwood) Kinney.
A loving mother, grandmother and sister, she is survived by her daughter, Theressa (Adam) Boddy of Second Falls NB; her grandchildren: Abbygail, Kenton and Brielle; sisters: Josephine Johnson of Bethel NB, Anita (Allen) Stevens of Second Falls NB and Laura (Bud) Hillier of Traceyville NB as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a sister, Linda Needle.
Prior to her retirement, Kathleen worked for several years in the Labelling Room at Connors Brothers in Blacks Harbour. She loved the simple things in life like camping, especially at her trailer at Bayside, her music, both gospel and bluegrass, and a good feed of seafood. Kathleen was also an avid radio bingo player and looked forward to playing every week. She truly loved her Lord and also looked forward to attending service and Sunday school at her church, the Wesleyan Church in Blacks Harbour. As a prayer warrior, Kathleen was known to be praying for someone or everyone all the time. She also loved the time spent with her loving family as well as her friends and church family. She dearly missed the love of her life Gilbert, whom she is with today. She will be sadly missed.
Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (506-755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. Visitation will be held at the Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church, Blacks Harbour NB on Friday from 6-8pm. The funeral service will take place at the church on Saturday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Ken Banks officiating. The interment will be held in the Second Falls Baptist Cemetery. In Kathleens memory, donations to the MS Society of New Brunswick, the Wesleyan Church in Blacks Harbour or a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
