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OBITUARY
Frederick Anthony Graczyk, 90 years old, died March 25, 2020 in Palm City Florida.
He was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan with his 7 brothers and sisters, 5 half brothers and sisters, 2 step brothers. After graduating from high school, where he was enrolled in the Culinary program, he moved to California and worked at the Los Angeles Athletic Club as a chef. In 1951 he was drafted and served as the Army Mess Sargent... see more
Frederick Anthony Graczyk, 90 years old, died March 25, 2020 in Palm City Florida.
He was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan with his 7 brothers and sisters, 5 half brothers and sisters, 2 step brothers. After graduating from high school, where he was enrolled in the Culinary program, he moved to California and worked at the Los Angeles Athletic Club as a chef. In 1951 he was drafted and served as the Army Mess Sargent at Camp Roberts.
Following his service, he returned to the Detroit area and worked at the Detroit Athletic Club for a short time before deciding to go to Michigan State University where he majored in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
It was there that he met his future wife, Diane Dailey. They were married in 1958 and moved to Charlottesville, Virginia where he worked at the University of Virginia in Food Service. He returned to Michigan in 1960 and opened 2 restaurants for Win Schuler. After 5 years working under his mentor, he bought his first restaurant, The Vineyards followed by 4 more. He was well respected in his field and won many awards including the coveted Holiday Award and Ivy Award.
Fred and Diane bought a house at Harbour Ridge in 1991 where they enjoyed golf, boating and most of all, the many special friends they have.
Fred had a personality which was outgoing and caring which made him such a good friend to so many.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Diane, his daughters Margaret Rienecker, and Beth Wallace (Scott) sons Bob Graczyk (Marianne), and Nick Graczyk(Colleen), Grandchildren Christopher Graczyk (Jaimie), Dr.Matthew Graczyk, Dr. Austin Wallace (Elizabeth), Lauren Wallace Bailey (Josh), Audrey Wallace, Spencer Graczyk, Kendall Graczyk and Renee Rienecker, Great Grandchildren Kameryn Graczyk and Landon Graczyk.
Memorial Services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please remember Fred at Treasure Coast Hospice, Palm City Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice.
Whenever I think of Uncle Fred, my heart smiles. He added such zest and character to our family gatherings. I'll always remember his chuckle and his proud boasts of each and every one of his kids and grandkids.
Uncle Fred gave me my first... moreWhenever I think of Uncle Fred, my heart smiles. He added such zest and character to our family gatherings. I'll always remember his chuckle and his proud boasts of each and every one of his kids and grandkids.
Uncle Fred gave me my first job…first as a “hat check girl” and later a waitress at acclaimed Vineyards restaurant. I was proud to be related to “the boss” and to see his keen operator skills at work! There has never been a dessert to rival his apple bignets and the Kona coffee got me started on my lifelong love affair with coffee. I was thrilled when he visited during my exchange trip to England, and still have the Vineyard’s menu where he included my host’s “Mrs. Brown’s Nottingham Trifle” upon his return.
Uncle Fred had a keen observational eye. He was always very upbeat. I was impacted by his marriage to Aunt Di which was a strong model of commitment and mutual support. My deepest condolences go out to Aunt Di and all the Graczyks. less
So many Memories:
Playing football, basketball, baseball, golf and pretty much every sport in the backyard until Bob And I finally got old enough, strong enough and tall enough to beat him.
Winning the Blue Coat together
Opening Brandy’s... moreSo many Memories:
Playing football, basketball, baseball, golf and pretty much every sport in the backyard until Bob And I finally got old enough, strong enough and tall enough to beat him.
Winning the Blue Coat together
Opening Brandy’s together
Kermit the Frog
Perfect Manhattan
Combing his hair with his fingers
Trip to Poland
Freddie Fritter
The Vineyards, Culinary Greenhouse, Brass Broiler, Freddie’s
Bradley GT
Pantera
944
Mercedes
Indoor swimming pool cleanup policy
One of my favorite memories with Papa Freddie was during one of our family trips to Florida. I was very young, and he took my sister and me to a nearby beach. We spent all day collecting seashells, and by the end of the day we had a bag full. When we... moreOne of my favorite memories with Papa Freddie was during one of our family trips to Florida. I was very young, and he took my sister and me to a nearby beach. We spent all day collecting seashells, and by the end of the day we had a bag full. When we got home, Papa Freddie sat down with us and he began punching holes in the shells and fastening them to a chain. Once he was done, he handed me a necklace decorated with the shells that we had collected together. This is one of my fondest memories with him, and he will be deeply missed. Love you always, Papa. less
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