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John Vito Grandolfo, Sr. passed away peacefully on January 6, 2018. He was 81 years old. He was the beloved husband for 57 years of the late Carolyn Smith Grandolfo. He is survived by his sons John Vito Grandolfo, Jr.(the late Jennifer) and Anthony Grandolfo, Sr. (Kimberly), and his daughter Lauren Godail (Charles, Jr.); his grandchildren Alissa, Anthony, Jr. (Mikki), Adam, Bridget, Christopher, Melissa (Cody), and Danielle; great grandchildren Brennan, Dré, Meykhen, Cruz, Max, Blaysen, Thomas and one on the way; he is also survived by his sister-in-law Madelyn and her spouse Dr. Raymond Garrity, brother-in-law Julius Smith, Jr., many nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Bella. He is preceded in death by his parents Vito and Anna, and 2 brothers and 3 sisters. He was a US Army Veteran with 10 years of dedicated service, and retired from New Orleans Police Police Department.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial mass at Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church, 1000 N Starrett Rd Metairie, Louisiana 70003, on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be held prior to mass from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Animal Rescue New Orleans, 271 Plauche St. New Orleans, LA 70123.
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January 16, 2018
John Grandolfo, a good cop and good man. My prayers are with the Grandolfo family during this most difficult time... ✝
Trip Trepagnier
January 15, 2018
The Bear Family
Sadly missed and much loved.
January 14, 2018
Tony, Spike and Lauren, our hearts especially go out to you. Such a dear man that no one could help but love upon first meeting him. I will always remember his warmth, charm and obvious love of and concern for others. May God comfort each of you as you walk through this loss. Our deepest sympathies.
Cousin Nikki & Family, Murfreesboro, TN
January 13, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 119:7
January 12, 2018
Judith Simon
Tony, I wish to extend my sincerest condolences to you and your family. May God give you comfort.
Sincerely, Judith Simon and Family
January 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
Corinne Summers Pritchett
January 11, 2018
Jakki Craven-Taylor
I am sorry for your loss. All Grandma Anna and Grandpa Vito's children are together now and they are with their beloved spouses. Love to all of you!
January 10, 2018
Timmie & Angela Crossgrow, Sr.
Lauren, John, Anthony
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear about the loss of your father. We are honored and blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time.
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