Dennis J. O'Grady

Dennis J. O’Grady, 67 of Albion entered into rest on Monday, October 7, 2019 at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Born February 12, 1952 he was a son of James M. and Opal (Haugh) O’Grady. He served in the U.S. Army from 1970-73 during the Vietnam era and also in the reserves for many years following. He was the owner/operator of Zeke’s Bottle & Can Redemption Center in Brockport. Dennis was a member of the Sheret Post #35 American Legion and the Strickland Post #4635 VFW in Albion. He enjoyed playing cards and also fishing and boating.

Survivors include his wife, Mary C. O’Grady of Albion, whom he married on May 16, 2004; daughter, Erica O’Grady of Boulder, CO; his mother, Opal O’Grady of Middleport; four siblings, Karen (Edward) Beach of Sodus Point, Susan (Angel) Castillo of Newark, Danny (Mary Jane) O’Grady of Lockport and Sheila Smith of Middleport; also several brothers and sisters in-law and nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank Dr. John Wickett in Batavia for his special care, the staff on the 8th floor unit 3600 at Strong Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care during Dennis’ illness, and all of the family and friends for their kindness and support during this difficult time. It is deeply appreciated by Mary and the family.

Per Dennis’ wishes there will be no formal funeral services. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any memorial donations be made in Dennis’ memory to Hospice of Orleans, P.O. 489, Albion, NY 14411.