Vincent Michael "Vinnie" Graffato

Vincent Michael "Vinnie" Graffato obituary

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L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home

2607 Williams Blvd.

Kenner, Louisiana

Vincent Graffato Obituary

Vincent Michael "Vinnie" Graffato entered into eternal rest after a courageous battle with lung cancer on August 2nd, 2015 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Gail Rabeneck Graffato for 55 years. Son of the late Vincent M. Graffato and the late Lucille Baldwin D'Aunoy. Devoted and loving father of Michele Graffato Story (Bob), Michael Graffato (Lisa), Tina Graffato Hesse (Jamison) and Mark Graffato (Jenny). Devoted grandfather of Ben Story (Kristen), Ashley Story, Tiffany Sanchez (Brandon), Katie Laughlin (Nicholas), Douglas Graffato, Shelby & Savannah Hesse, Marissa, Anthony & Jacob Graffato. Also like a grandfather to Lauren Villneurve, Erica Leonard and Taylor Textor. Great Grandfather of Skylar Sanchez and Carter Laughlin. Brother of Agnes McNulty (John), Glenda Froelich (Bruce), the late Yvonne Hull and the late Elaine Graffato. Stepbrother to Dennis D'Aunoy and Rose Adams. Vincent is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. He was Honorably Discharged from the Air force National Guard, serving between 1956-1960. He was employed and retired from Entergy after 30 plus years. Founder and past President of the original Butch Duhe Mens Club. Coach and Supervisor at Butch Duhe playground for 25 plus years. He was an active member of the Kenner Lions Club for many years. Member of the SAAU and Post Commander of the American Legion Post 396. He was a devoted Catholic and regularly attended mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Kenner. The family would like to thank Lakeside Hospice nurses, Teri and Maria, for their constant care over the past year. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA on Friday, August 7, 2015 at 11:00 AM with Visitation beginning at 9:00 AM as well as Visitation on Thursday evening from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. To View and sign the online guest book, please visit the website at www.muhleisen.com

Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2015.
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LOVE this pic of Anthony RIP

amanda

February 21, 2022

Love you

Anthony Graffato

Family

September 23, 2017

So sorry for your loss. He truly loved his community and gave so much to the people of Kenner. He will truly be missed.

Bob & Maria DeFrancesch

August 7, 2015

Cousin Vinnie i will miss you even thought God has called you home we all will miss you dearly.

Larry Baldwin

August 6, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Everyone is in our prayers.

Kim & George Moore White

August 5, 2015

WE were so sorry to hear this sad news. Vincent was a wonderful man and will be misses. Prayers for your family. Jimmy and Norma Treigle - Kenner, LA

August 5, 2015

So very sorry for your loss - Prayers offered for the family at this difficult time.

Fred and Jackie Moolekamp

August 5, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Graffato family.

Susan and Dana Hooper

Susan Hooper

August 5, 2015

It was an honor to care for such a wonderful man. My thoughts are with you all.

Teri

August 5, 2015

To a wonderful husband,father,grandfather,great grandfather and friend. You will be missed,sending prayers for you and your family in this time of grief.

Sharon and Jerry Nuccio

August 5, 2015

Vinny..you will be missed by all that knew you.

A wonderful friend that wanted to help people.

My sympathy to you Gail and your entire family.

Bartlyn

Bartlyn David

August 4, 2015

Vincent was a good friend to many people and a great family man. The generosity of his time to Butch Dude playground and the Kenner Lion's Club for many, many years speaks highly of his character. He will surely will be missed.

Michael Sigur

August 4, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.

Jean Ann Voisin

August 4, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice & caring man. I will never forget the time & dedication he gave to all the kids at Butch Duhe. He was always willing to help anyone who needed him. Whether it was at the playground, Lions Hall or The Men's club everyone knew they could count on Mr. Vincent. I'm truly sorry for your family's loss. You are all in my prayers.

Gary & Lee Lemoine

August 4, 2015

So sorry for your loss and sorry I won't be able to come. My prayers are with you and your family. He was a wonderful Man

Laurie Poage

August 4, 2015

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