Scotty

Thomas Scott Graf passed away after a brief illness on May 12, 2025, at the age of 75. “Scotty” Graf was born on August 25, 1949, at Mather Field, California. He was the son of Charles E. Graf and Mary Elizabeth McCoey Graf of Winters, California. Scotty grew up in Winters and graduated from Holy Rosary Catholic School, in Woodland, and Winters High School. He was a fourth generation member of the McMahon Graf Ranch, homesteaded in 1853.

He enlisted in the US Army and qualified in Special Forces as a paratrooper. As a Green Beret, he served as a Medic in Vietnam. His experiences in Vietnam influenced him to become an Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor at the Yolo County Drug Facility. He was also a foundational member of AA in Yolo County and he has helped many people with drug and alcohol related problems.

Scotty met the love of his life, Michelle Helene Harris, and they were married in 1996. They settled in Dunnigan and enjoyed their lives with family and friends. They shared a loving marriage of 28 years, until Michelle’s death in December of 2024. Scott’s pastimes included being an active member of the Winters Theatre Group, photography, reading novels, having a love for music, video gaming and visiting with friends. Meeting with long time friends once a month was one of his most cherished events.

Scotty is survived by: his brothers Robert C. Graf (Joanna) and Richard E. Graf (Annette), his stepsons Scott Avenell and Grady Avenell and five adored grandchildren (Liam, Keegan, Ella, Ioan, Race & Kade).

A joint Memorial Mass honoring Scotty and Michelle will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at St. Anthony Catholic Church at 10:00 A.M. in Winters, followed by a reception at the parish hall. The burial will be held on the 26th at 2:30 P.M., with Scotty receiving full military honors, at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Wounded Warriors or a charity of your choice.