Joseph Anthony Graffia Jr.

Joseph Anthony Graffia Jr. obituary, Slidell, LA

Joseph Anthony Graffia Jr.

Joseph Graffia Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Audubon Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Slidell on Feb. 26, 2026.
Joseph Anthony Graffia Jr., of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born on July 14, 1942, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Joseph was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Dianne Hammer Graffia; his parents; Joseph Anthony Graffia Sr. and Ernie English Graffia; and one brother, William Graffia.

Joseph leaves behind, to cherish his memory, three children, Terri Dupuis (Brent), Joseph Graffia III (Christina), and Tina Graffia; his adoring grandchildren, George Dupuis, Alexander Dupuis, Logan Graffia, and Madalyn Ruano; great-grandchildren, Millie Ruano, Dolly Ruano, George Dupuis II, Beverly Dupuis, Eden Gentile, and Maria Dupuis; one brother, Anthony Graffia; and a host of extended family members and friends, all of whom he loved greatly.

Joseph's professional life was marked by a strong entrepreneurial spirit as he successfully owned his own auto glass installation company, serving the community for many dedicated years.

A man of unique talents, Joseph enjoyed racing homing pigeons, a sport he learned as a teenager. Above all, Joseph was a family man and treasured the time he spent with his loved ones. His presence will be greatly missed but fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com

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