James K. Grady

COAL CITY—James K. Grady, 69, of Coal City, passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020 at Morris Hospital.
James, or Jimmy as he was known to his loved ones, was born on May 8, 1951 in Chicago to Daniel Sr. and Helen (nee Krasnopolski) Grady. He grew up with his close family in the Chicago area and graduated from St. Rita of Cascia Catholic High School. He received his 45 year pin with the Heat and Frost Insulators Local #17. He moved to the Goose Lake area in 1984 and was a longtime member of the Goose Lake Association Board of Directors.
Jimmy enjoyed living at his lake home and was a perfect host to family and friends. His home was a gathering place where he could share the beauty of the outdoors with those he cared for. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was known affectionately to many as “Moe.” With his bright white hair and beard, Jimmy was an excellent Santa Claus at Christmas time and played him at many local events.
He is survived by his sister, Kathleen Grady, of Coal City; his nieces, Tama (David) Kovar, of Coal City and Kelly (Douglas) Fite, of Morris and his great-niece and great-nephews: David Kovar Jr. and Alysin and Daniel Fite.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Sr. and Helen Grady; his brother, Daniel Grady Jr. and his sister, Eileen Grady.
Funeral services will be private. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service.
Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.ferrarifuneral. com
Ferrari Funeral Services of Coal City are entrusted with arrangements.