Jack W. McGraw, Sr.

Jack W. McGraw Sr, 90, of Mattapoisett died October 25, 2026 at home surrounded by his family.He was the devoted husband of the late Jacqeuline A. (Donlon) McGraw for 69 years.

Born in Hornell, NY in 1936, he was the son of the late Rex T. and Marie A. (Berg) McGraw, he lived in Mattapoisett most of his life.

Jack was a graduate of Arkport High School in Arkport, NY and received his bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University in 1959. He began his law enforcement career in 1959 as a patrolman with the Cayuga Heights Police Department where he advanced in rank to eventually chief of the department. In 1972, he became an FBI agent where he continued his dedication to protect and serve until his retirement from the agency in 1993.

Upon his retirement, he and his wife enjoyed traveling to visit family and friends as well as many historical sites across the country. Jack enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, especially his favorite child and one true heir, daughter Marie-Elizabeth. He spent most Saturday nights sitting around the kitchen table playing penny poker with life long friends. Jack was always known for his laugh and quick wit. He also enjoyed putzing around the yard.

Survivors include his 3 sons, Will McGraw and his wife Katie of Ft. Mill, SC, Mark McGraw and his wife Paula of Mattapoisett and Matt McGraw and his wife Sharon of Fairhaven; a daughter, Marie-Elizabeth McGraw of Paradise, CA; 10 grandchildren, Stephanie, Christopher, Patrick, Michael, Andrew, Kate, Luke, Roy, Jack and Claire; a great-granddaughter, Charlotte; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was the brother of the late Rex Tracy McGraw, Jr.

His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 9th at 10 AM in St. Anthony's Church, 26 Hammond St. Mattapoisett. Burial will follow in St. Anthony's Cemetery.