Josephine

Graff

Kulpmont – Josephine Regina (Avenoso) Graff, 92, of 1413 Chestnut St., passed away on July 28, 2025, at her residence.

Born in Shenandoah on March 19, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Inez (Juliani) Avenoso.

On March 10, 1957, Josephine married the late Paul Vincent Graff. As the devoted wife of a U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, she embraced the life of a military spouse and homemaker with pride and grace. Together, they made homes in Germany, Turkey, Texas, and Hawaii.

Josephine was a member of the Catholic faith.

Josephine is survived by her son, Bruce Graff and wife, Diane of Kulpmont; a daughter, Pauletta (Graff) Chabal and husband, John of MD;  a granddaughter, Brianne Graff; two sisters, Eleanor (Orlosky) Avenoso and Theresa (Israel) Avenoso; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of C J Lucas Funeral Home Inc., 1053 Chestnut St., Kulpmont, PA 17834, Ashley P. Doyle, Supervisor. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.cjlucasfuneralhome.com