Danny L. McGrew, age 75, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away early April 24, 2025, at his home. 

He was born May 15, 1949, in Flora, the son of Herschel Edward “H.E.” and Dorothy (Watson) McGrew.  He was united in marriage to Catherine McDannel on January 26, 1972, in Louisville, and together they have shared 53 wedding anniversaries.

Danny served in the Army during Vietnam from 1968-1970.  He worked as a cable splicer for GTE phone company.  He was a member of the Flora VFW Post 3999, the Edgewood American Legion, and the Flora Moose.  He enjoyed camping, visiting with friends and family, and spending time with his little dog, Moonie. 

He is survived by his wife: Kit McGrew of Xenia; 2 daughters: Bridget (Don) DeAndrade of San Diego, California and Leslie McGrew (Cameron Tracy) of Santa Monica, California; 3 grandchildren: Kodie (Erin) McGrew of Flora, Kaleb Kuhlman of Louisville, and Sierra (Malik) Naaser of San Diego, California; 7 great-grandchildren; siblings: Ronnie (Barbara) McGrew of Xenia, Charles (Debbie) McGrew of Arcola, and Carla (Stan) Stanford of Flora; 2 brothers-in-law: Mike McDannel of Westville, Indiana and Ron Prather of Louisville; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter: Sheila Henson; granddaughter: Kasandra Henson; and 2 sisters: Phyllis McGrew and Barbara Prather.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12 noon on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Edgewood American Legion with the presentation of military funeral honors.  Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Memorial donations are suggested to the local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and these will be accepted through the funeral home.  To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com