Louise Graddy Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On January 1, 1937, in Wrightsville, GA, family love and unity brought the birth of the middle child of five to the late, Mitchell “Pop” Graddy and Gozella “Mom” Graddy. This middle child, Louise, who was fondly known as “Lou”, departed this earthly life on Wednesday December 12th 2018 at St. Joseph Hospital in Wayne NJ. Her childhood and life experiences were fondly shared with her three brothers and one sister: Russell “Mr. G” Graddy, Robert “Bob” Graddy (Deceased), Pearlie Graddy and Lee Andrew “Man” Graddy (Deceased). Louise spent her younger years in Wrightsville, GA, which she often referenced as home. At the tender age of 10, her parents relocated from Wrightsville, GA to Paterson, NJ, to join her brother, Russell, in the family restaurant business known as, “Graddy’s Bar-B-Que Pit”. Louise continued her education in Paterson Public Schools and graduated from Eastside High School. She pursued college and vocational training at Passaic County Community College. Louise had a passion for taking care of the sick, serving the elderly and visiting the “shut in”. This lead to her training and life work as a Nurse’s Aide in several area hospitals, senior and disability care centers and ultimately as a private duty Nurse’s Aide. Louise always maintained her Christian faith and duties. She was a long-standing member of Gilmore Memorial Tabernacle in Paterson, NJ, under the leadership of the late Bishop Clarence Gilmore and the late Rev. Dr. Allene Gilmore where she served faithfully for decades on the Usher Board and Fuel Club. After relocating to Atlanta, GA, Louise attended the Cathedral of Faith Church of God and Christ under the direction of Dr. Jonathan Greer. Upon her return to New Jersey (early 90’s), she faithfully attended Grace Gospel Church, under the direction and leadership of Rev. Yvoma Butler until she was unable to attend due to illness. “Lou” as she was often called by friends and family enjoyed bowling and taking trips. She was loved by her family for her commitment to keeping the lines of communication open with family near and far. She spent limitless hours talking and spending time with her two grandchildren and enjoying a good meal, preferably with a good dessert! Louise leaves to cherish her precious memory: her devoted son, Gerard D. Graddy (Sheila Samuels, Esq.) of Paterson, NJ; grandson, Ptah Malcolm-Omowale Murph-Graddy, of Mt. Vernon, NY; her granddaughter, Layla Isis-Rose Graddy, of Paterson, NJ; her brother, Russell Graddy (Loretta Graddy), of Paterson, NJ; sister, Pearlie Graddy, of Paterson NJ; nieces: Dr. Lenise Graddy (Dr. Chris Bowe) of Eastpoint, GA., Dr. Sharon Graddy of Marietta, GA, Victoria L. White (Reginald White) of Ithaca, NY and Sheri Graddy of London, England; grand-nephews: Christian White, of San Francisco, CA, and Julian White, of Atlanta, GA; and close cousins: Linton, Vivian, Lance and Latoya Gaines of Paterson, NJ and Willie “Bem” Reese of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and host of relatives, friends, and neighbors, all of whom will miss her dearly. Daughter…Sister…Mother…Grandmother…Aunt...Cousin…Friend…You will be remembered fondly as a caretaker and ray of sunshine! We already miss you; but we know you are resting peacefully in the shadow of the Almighty.

Louise Graddy

January 1, 1937 - December 12, 2018