Geoffrey A. McGrath

June 12, 1990 - October 11, 2019

Geoffrey A. McGrath, age 29, passed away at home on Friday, October 11, 2019. Geoff was born in Philadelphia on June 12, 1990. He leaves behind his loving parents Bob and Josie McGrath (nee Screnci). His younger brother Zachary (Taylor Shields) of Deptford. Cherished grandson of Rose Screnci and the late Domenic. Geoff leaves behind many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and teammates. Geoff graduated from Roman Catholic High School in Philadelphia in 2008, where he was named an All-Catholic Team Player for both Lacrosse and Ice Hockey. He was voted team captain for both teams during his high school career. His sports career began with his first love of playing roller hockey. Geoff was well known among the travel roller hockey world. He was a long-time member of the Tour Jaguar Roller Hockey Club out of Deptford Skating and Hockey Center. He was also a selected member of Team USA. Geoff played throughout the USA and Canada and enjoyed the competitiveness. He made many lasting friendships. His travel ice hockey career was with the Phantoms out of Pennsauken Ice Rink. Geoff was an avid sports fanatic and followed all sports. He loved the Philadelphia Flyers and was looking forward to the new season. His football team was always the Seattle Seahawks but when they tanked, he would jump ship and support the Philadelphia Eagles. Geoff has had many obstacles thrown at him during his lifetime but with the support of his family and friends he had been able to bounce back and continue life. He was a strong-willed young man but since his accident in 2015, his health has been compromised and ultimately caused his death. He loved the warm weather and the beach. He especially loved Florida and always dreamed to return one day. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, October 18, 2019 from 9am to 11am at Holy Angels Parish Worship Center, 96 Green Avenue, Woodbury, NJ 08096. A Mass of Christian Burial 11am at Holy Angels Parish Worship Center. Interment private at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Geoff’s memory may be made to Roman Catholic High School, 301 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Arrangements by BOUCHER FUNERAL HOME, Deptford. For directions, to sign online guest book visit www.boucherfuneralhome.com. PLEASE CHECK BACK LATER FOR VIDEO TRIBUTE