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William Griffin Obituary

GRIFFIN, William J. "Sonny" Of Newburyport, age 84, Nov. 7, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Barbara (Babine) Griffin. Loving father of Cynthia and her husband Ed Dixon of Bangor ME, Suzanne Greeley of South Berwick ME, Barbara Riley and her husband William of Haverhill, Marianne Thurlow and her husband Richard of Amesbury, Kimberly Rock and her husband Ed of Byfield, Judith Canning and her husband Tom of Byfield and Beth Johnson of Seabrook NH. Cherished grandfather of 16 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. His loving companion and best friend of 15 years, Marilyn Reardon of Newburyport. Dear brother of Eleanor Hardy of Rowley, the late Patrick Griffin and Shirley Sorenson. He will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and many friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 10:30 AM at the Immaculate Conception Church, 42 Green St. Newburyport MA. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Newburyport. Visiting hours will be Monday, November 10, 2008 from 4 - 8 PM at the Twomey - LeBlanc Funeral Home, 193 High St., NEWBURYPORT. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Immaculate Conception Ch-urch, 42 Green Street, Newburyport MA.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 9, 2008.

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Mary Cunniff-Lambert

November 10, 2008

It is with enormous sadness that I hear of Bill's passing. He hired me 29 years ago and set me on my professional sales course. He fostered so much comraderie and a an intense love and appreciation of our industry. I am blessed with the good fortune of working for and knowing him. My sincerest condolences to his family and close friends.

Cindy Deplitch

November 9, 2008

Kim and family,

It was with sorrow that I read of your fathers passing. He was so very kind and warm, and always a smile upon his face. I remember him well, coming to Storey Ave branch to visit with you , and on State St. Our thoughts and prayers are you and your sisters.

Mike Casey

November 9, 2008

Mr. Griffin,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Europe fighting the Germans during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Brian & Gail Hamel

November 9, 2008

We have so many fond memories of Uncle Bill and we are extremely thankful and fortunate to have had him in our lives. He always filled our hearts with laughter, love and the sense of family that was so important to him. We will always remember the family gatherings, card games and the strong handshake that Uncle Bill so proudly displayed! We are holding Uncle Bill and his special "Griffin Girls" in our hearts and prayers. Thank you Uncle Bill for always making us feel special.

Love Always

Brian & Gail Hamel and the "Hamel Girls"

Sue Chisholm

November 9, 2008

I was so sad to hear of Papa's passing. I know that this world was a better place because he was in it and I am thinking of all of you. Losing such an important member of your family must be incredibly hard but you are all so lucky to have each other. My deepest thoughts are with you. -sue.

Lynne Carter

November 8, 2008

My family and I send our deepest sympathy to all of you. Bill holds a very special place in my heart ...I will always remember the close friendship he and Barb shared with my Mom and Dad. They made many wonderful memories that will always be cherished by all of us. I can only imagine the wonderful reunion taking place with my Dad and Bill now that they are together again. Im keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.....Lynne (Marshall) Carter

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