John Vindigni Sr.

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John Vindigni Obituary

John Vindigni Sr., 69, passed away on March 5th at his Metairie home. John was born December 21st, 1948, in Gary, Indiana. A soulful musician from birth, John's voice rang in various legendary venues spanning the entire country, from ""The Blue Room"" in New Orleans, to Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas. His life carried a constant rhythm, and through his career he toured with Louisiana legends such as Benny Grunch and the Bunch, The Wiseguys, and many more. For 11 years he lived the melodic life of a ""piano man,"" performing for countless crowds at the Piano Bar in New Orleans' own Pat O'Brien's. John held a permanent and deep love for his family, animals, motorcycles, and the Oakland Raiders. He was preceded in death by his father, Santo Vindigni. He is survived by the love of his life, Lenita Martinez; mother Katherine Vindigni; brother Sal Vindigni; children Jade Guidry, John Vindigni Jr., Kevin Maillet, Corey Martinez, and Stacie Heffker; grandchildren Emily, Michael, Julian, Sam, George, Cole, and Quinn; as well as many friends. His voice, life, and love echoed again with the birth of his most recent grandchild, John, this Spring. Arrangements entrusted to the Neptune Society of New Orleans.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 15 to Mar. 18, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for John Vindigni

15 Entries

Jo Carol Trippe Tyler

October 6, 2025

I remember Johnny from a night club in the French Quarter that he and his band played mostly on weekends.
His voice was captivating & distinct, his presence was overpowering & captivating ! Almost like a " Rod Stewart" uniqueness... but better.

Jo Tyler

January 3, 2021

What a voice. We went to the French Quarter most every weekend to hear him sing . Never understood why he didn’t hit it BIG!,

Johnny baehr

February 12, 2020

Johnny and I went to grade school together played in several bands together, and a great friend,I was shocked to hereof his death.what did he die of,if I might ask,johnny baehr

kenny guess

May 19, 2019

I was so sorry to hear about Johnny's passing. I am the younger brother of Emile Guess, a long time friend and past band member of Johnny's. I recently found a CD in my brother's collection of Johnny- Titled- The Corvettes 1966, also listed are the members of the band-Johny Spade, Don Normand, Paul Walters, AJ Mascari, Steve Backarack, and Don Duthier?. Sorry if I missed spelled some names but the handwriting was hard to make out. I haven't listened to it yet but will later. I'm thinking this is a part of NOLA music history. Anyone interested in making a copy, please contact me. I also found another copy of my brother with the above band members of 1965 recorded at the VFW hall in Westwego. Actually listening to it now with chills hearing my brother's soulful voice.

Alan Diaz

December 27, 2018

Hello and condolences to Johnny's family. My name is Alan Diaz, I was. Johnny's drummer in the band Quantrel in the mid 1970's. I just found out about Johnny's death and was very shocked. We were a month apart. I was born Nov. 19 and he Dec. 23 in1948. It hurts me to find out he didn't make it to his 70th b'day just a few days ago. I would love if someone in his family would get in touch with me at [email protected]. Thank you.

Lanny Mcintyre

June 5, 2018

Sorry for Your Loss,Ms Kay,May Johnny Rest in Peace!

Leah S

March 21, 2018

My condolences to all of Johnny

March 20, 2018

My condolences to the Vindigni family, may God give you strength.
I'll always remember how his smile & music lit up a room!
Love & prayers, Ruth H.

jeanette manning

March 20, 2018

Really Really shocked and saddened by Johnny 's passing. Lost touch over the years but when he performed with Benny Grunch & The Bunch I enjoyed singing "Steal Away " with he and. Kathy. Love you guys forever. My condolences the family. Definitely feel your pain after recently losing my mother. Always in my heart.

March 19, 2018

https://m.dailykos.com/stories/2018/3/10/1747728/-Johnny-Vindigni-An-Appreciation

March 19, 2018

Thank you John for all the great music and joy you brought to so many people.

Herb Stein

March 17, 2018

Always enjoyed seeing Johnny play and sing. A great talent and showman.

March 15, 2018

Sincere condolences to the Vindigni family.
Johnny had one of those special voices and was a great showman.
Johnny Palm

Daniel (Danny) Chauvin

March 15, 2018

My heart felt condolences to Johnny's family. You can be proud knowing that Johnny was a positive and respected Voice in the New Orleans music community. I've known Johnny since the 70's and always admired his musicianship. His passing is a loss to all he touched.

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