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Josie Sunseri Graffagnini

November 9, 1927 – March 18, 2025
Obituary of Josie Sunseri Graffagnini
IN THE CARE OF

Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home

Josie Sunseri Graffagnini passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 97. She was born on November 9, 1927, and was a resident of New Orleans.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Nicholas G. Graffagnini, their son, Mark N. Graffagnini, and her parents, Agatha Formusa Sunseri and Joseph A. Sunseri.

She is survived by her children, Joseph A. Graffagnini (Yvonne) and Agatha G. Vidrine (the late Hilton), grandchildren, Mark J. Graffagnini (Claire), Gia G. Oster (Tim), M. Bailey Graffagnini, Alyssa V. Thompson (Tommy), and Jessica Bladholm, and great-grandchildren, Skylar and Scarlett Oster.

Josie was a graduate of McMain High School and enjoyed being a homemaker. She was also a member of the Elenian Club. She loved being “Nonna” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and always looked forward to having her family over every holiday. She will be remembered for her cheerful and loving personality and will be missed by all who were blessed to know her.

A graveside service will be held at 11AM on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Metairie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to The Bright School for the Deaf at www.thebrightschool.org/donate-to-us/

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