Honoring Mike McGrain: Donate for Suicide Prevention

Michael “Mike” Edward McGrain, age 56, born in DeKalb, IL on January 22, 1968, to Jean and the late Leo McGrain, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2024. Mike grew up in a loving home in Antioch, IL where he began his love for sports, music, dancing, and an appreciation for classic cars. Mike graduated from Antioch High School and then earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in 1991. He later began working with at risk youth and coaching baseball, which he thoroughly enjoyed for several years. Mike followed the love of his life, Tatiana Gonzalez, to Waukesha, WI, where they married in 1992. They later separated but continued to work hard together to raise their amazing son, Elijah. In 2019, Mike pursued his dream of living in Arizona where he began his next career at The Hartford, and shortly became one of the top salesmen in the country due to his ability to connect and his gift of gab. He later met his special friend and love, Kristen Albin, where they were able to enjoy his favorite activities all year round together. Mike loved winning at pickleball, going on bike rides, playing tennis, golfing, swimming, hiking, watching Bears football & Cubs baseball, and of course, spending time with his beloved son Elijah. Mike was known to his friends and family as an affectionate, compassionate, and devoted father, brother, uncle and son. His laugh and smile were contagious and brought a light to every room he walked into; always bringing positivity and fun to every person he crossed paths with.

All donations made will later be distributed to organizations supporting men’s mental health and suicide prevention.