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Margaret Griffin Obituary

Of Lexington, formerly of Somerville, March 30, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Austin M. Griffin. Loving mother of Paula Blake of Arlington and Michele Griffin of Medford. Daughter of the late Ellen (Burke) and Henry T. Murray. Sister of the late Joseph, Henry, Paul Murray, Irene Wulftange, Jeanne Carter and William Amato. Sister-in-law of Robert Griffin and his wife Maryellen of MD. Dear grandmother of David, Bridget Blake and Margaret Barreto. Great grandmother of Austin Kyle Blake. Funeral Procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway, (Powder House Sq.), SOMERVILLE Friday morning at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Clement Church, Somerville at 10 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Memorial donations may be made to St. Clement Development Fund, 71 Warner St., Medford, MA 02155. Graduate of St. Joseph High School, Somerville, class of '36. Late employee First National Stores. For more information, visit: dohertyfuneralservice.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2, 2008.

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Priscilla Fogg

April 5, 2008

Michelle, we were so sorry to hear of your mothers passing you are in our thoughts and prayers/

Linda Ahern

April 4, 2008

Dear Michele,Nancy,and Family,
The staff at CESI was saddened to hear that your Mom passed away. We have all missed her at the center, and will forever remember her stories and songs. Although sad to see her go, there is comfort in knowing she will once again be with Austin. She was blessed to have you all as caregivers.

Bob Wilson, Class of '72

April 3, 2008

Dear Michele,

I'm sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Let faith comfort you, knowing that God has prepared a loving place for her. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Bourque

April 2, 2008

Michele,

I was so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. May you find peace knowing she's in a better place.
God bless.

DJ

April 1, 2008

Nana - we will miss the tuna fish sandwiches, your smile and funny stories. Say hi to Grandpa for us.

JOANNE CURRERI

April 1, 2008

Michelle:
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother;I hope you and your family find some comfort even in your grief.
Thanks for all you've done for your St. Clement classmates.
Joanne (Macaluso)Curreri

Susan Condon

April 1, 2008

Auntie Peggy's passing marks the end of the Murrays moms and dads. I am sure all the siblings are happy to be together again heaven. My heart goes out to Michele and Paula, DJ and Amber and new son ,. Austin, Margaret and husband, and Bridget. I will never forget the St. Clements stories. .. The Powderhouse Blvd stories... The Lyndell's bakery goods Peggy would give to my mom, Irene.

Holli Amenkowicz

April 1, 2008

Our deepest condolences go out to your family at this difficult time, Auntie Peggy will be missed.
-The Amenkowicz Family

Rebecca Natale

April 1, 2008

My deepest condolences go out to Michele and her family. I pray that you find comfort in happy memories.

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