Kenneth William DeGraff
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In 2021 Mr. DeGraff married his girlfriend of 12 years Teri (Freshour) in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Ken was a union construction member for Ziolkowski Construction.
Ken spent his time with his wife and friends. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. His hobbies included gardening, playing cards, and taking long walks. Ken was known for his sayings of, "Don't start no shit, won't be no shit." and "We're men and we can."
Mr. DeGraff attended and graduated Mishawaka High School in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Ken is survived by his wife Teri DeGraff; his children Abby Griffin, Katherine Harman, Natasha Hatton, Jacob Fletter; 5 granddaughters and 5 grandsons. Ken is also survived by his siblings Merri DeGraff (Betty), Jim DeGraff (Rey), Cathy Burks, Chuck DeGraff (Rachel); his 6 nieces and 4 nephews.
Ken was preceded in death by his father and stepmother Charles N DeGraff (Rene), and his mother Jean N DeGraff; two siblings Sue Downey and June Walker; his best friend/fur baby Dog DeGraff.
Kens celebration of life will be held on August 15, 2025, at The Wooden Shoe in Mishawaka from 4pm till 7pm.
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Penny Hughes
August 12, 2025
Remember all the crazy fun times during high school years and we loose touch with each other until sad times like this, here's to all those fun times together
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August 11, 2025
One of the good ones gone too soon I will miss you my friend
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