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James "JC'' Giffin Obituary
Friends and family will be received from 4-8 pm Friday at the Funeral Home.
He was born July 4, 1992 in Euclid, and passed away July 22, 2014 in Montville Twp.
He was a 2011 graduate of Fairport Harding High School where he lettered in many sports for the school. He was going to embark on a career journey to Shanghai China to manage the first wrestling gym in the country. He had a passion for his family, Friends and fishing.
He is survived by his Father, James C. Giffin, Sr., Mother Michelle & Jason "Mickey" (Miller) Gerhard , Paternal grandparents, Albert (Jill) Giffin and Jeff (Melody) Hall, Paternal Great grandmother, Ruth Hall, Maternal grandparents, Shirley (Danny) Tittsworth and Patty Krejca, Maternal Great grandfather, Lonnie McBride, Sister, Chelsea Giffin, Step-Brother, Dean Hommel, Also, leaves aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death
by his Grandfather, Daniel "Ike" Miller and great grandmother Lucille McBride.
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Memories and Condolences
for James "JC'' Giffin
Patty Krejca
July 17, 2025
JC not a time goes by that I dont think of you and miss you very much. I hold on to the times the family was all together with laughter and conversation! I still have all the crafting aprons from when we painted stuff! Love and Hugsxoxo in Heaven....Gramma Patty
Patty Krejca
July 17, 2021
JC.. I cannot believe how long you have been gone.. I really miss your mischievous smile and how I shocked you when I had a beer with you!! Love you always,, Grandma Patty
Patricia Krejca
July 17, 2020
I miss you always getting surprised at what I do!..Miss you.. Love Grandma Patty xoxo
Barb Soh
July 31, 2014
Dude, I never imagined the last time you hugged me and said if you didn't see me before leaving it better hold me over. Leaving was supposed to be China.
I'll miss your smiling face and all of the days you came over to wait for Tamara.
I'll see you on the other side.
Uncle Larry & Aunt Cathy
July 27, 2014
Fisherman (Angler)'s Prayer
God grant that I may live to fish,
until my dying day,
And when it comes to my last cast,
I then most humbly pray,
When in the Lord's safe landing net,
I'm peacefully asleep,
That in his mercy I be judged,
As big enough to keep.
Rest in Peace JC we will miss you always !!
Mrs. Wiersma
July 27, 2014
Michelle and Chelsea I remember his gentle smile. So sorry for your loss.
the lybarger family
July 26, 2014
If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk right up to heaven and bring you home again
Theresa Mateycik-Miller
July 26, 2014
I send much love to all involved within the loss of this precious soul...may peace surround your heart in the days ahead as you carry forward in your lives without this precious son who meant so much to the community and had such dreams of increasing the well being of others through his efforts...
Missie Southworth
July 26, 2014
Sorry for your loss, I grew up with J.C.'S mom ,I am so sorry Mickie. We give our sympathy to the whole family!
Tiffani Ann Salvo
July 25, 2014
My heart is heavy, my words are absent during this devastatingly shocking loss. JC was one of my wrestling boys that will forever leave an ever lasting memory of his always smiling face as well as an incredible athlete and well rounded amazing young man. I'm so sorry for his family. I pray you can find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have with JC. PRAYERS sent to YOU ALL. Love always***Wrestling Mommy****
Joseph Bergant
July 25, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss of a fine young man. I remember JC when I worked in Fairport Harbor Schools. May his soul rest peacefully.
Doris Ann McCallister
July 25, 2014
Prayers for the Family, God be with you and give you strength,God has one more Angel,He only takes the Best.
Paul Magooch
July 25, 2014
I wish I had known JC better. My thoughts are with the Giffin family.
Debbie Barton
July 24, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. May God's love bring you the strength to carry on.
The Barton family, Madison, Oh
Nancy Lawson
July 24, 2014
So sorry Shirley for your loss of your grandson
July 24, 2014
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very saddened at the news of your loss but we are here for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Esteban Q and Sandy Rivera
Maureen Doherty
July 24, 2014
My heart goes out to your family! So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts to you all!
deb karlovec
July 24, 2014
Micky Jason and family all my love prayers to you in this time of grief
Herbie & Becky Fox
July 24, 2014
Mickey & Family
Sending our love & prayers for all of you on this sad day. May it comfort you to know that we share your pain and sorrow. God Bless each of you and guide you through the coming days.
July 24, 2014
Mickey, James, and family,
Our deepest condolences go out to your family. JC was such a great kid.
Tom & Barb Bouck
Rick Giffin
July 24, 2014
Jimmy...my heart hurts for you and your Dad. Wish I could be there and wish I could have got a chance to know your boy.
Becky Novak
July 24, 2014
We are sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless.
audra swartz
July 24, 2014
My heart and prayers go out to the giffin family
Audra Treadway
July 23, 2014
?for the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wife of Montville EMT/FF . ( A First Responder)
Debi Nicolet
July 23, 2014
I never had the pleasure of knowing him but it sounded like he was a great kid. I am so sorry, just know that I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Trenton
July 23, 2014
Mickey & Family, We were all saddened to hear of your loss. There are no words that can ease your pain at this time, just know that many people have you in their thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Kim Trenton, Macie & Kaitlyn Hilliard and Family
Harley Kuhn
July 23, 2014
He was a good kid..Jimmy, Mickey, and family..Your in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!
Lynda Evans
July 23, 2014
My heart breaks for the family.
Ray,Mandee,Marissa,& Emalee Sines
July 23, 2014
Micky my heart just breaks for you. You were one proud mamma as you should have been. Jc was a GREAT kid and loved by sooo many. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
July 23, 2014
For you JC...loving nephew, son, grandson, brother and friend...
Jackie,Jordan,Tyler Rush
July 23, 2014
Jim and Chelsea we are praying that you find peace, thoughts and prayers for your family. He left this world too soon.
Aunt Andrea, Jack and House
July 23, 2014
Miss you like crazy already. I love you Buddy and will never forget you. You have made an everlasting impression on everyone. Miss you and love you always.
July 23, 2014
My thoughts & prayers are with you Jason, Patty, & family & know that God loves you & is holding you in his hands. Your friend in Christ, Diane Noga/East Cleveland
Amy Kurt
July 23, 2014
Jimmy, Mickey, Chelsea, Poppy Jeff, Mama Mel, Andrea, Betsy, Heidi, and the rest of the family...So sorry to hear about JC. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you guys. My extended family always.
amanda padilla
July 23, 2014
So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful young man, sometimes we never know why these things happen and we have to just remember the wonderful memories that he brought and will never be forgotten. Prayers to your whole wonderful family Love you all
Jessica White
July 23, 2014
Mickey I'm so sorry to hear about this it brought me to tears I remember when I first met u guys when I started at redigo he will b missed u will b in my prayers let god b with u in this hard time
Jennifer Palecek
July 23, 2014
James my thoughts and prayers go out to you and Chelsea and the rest of the family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May J.C. Rest In Peace.
Nikki ( Poe) & Bob Woodin and family
July 23, 2014
Mickey & the rest of JC's family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Opal Watren, Page
July 23, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
shellie belt
July 23, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. He was such a nice, respectful kid. He was so young with so many accomplishments already.JC will be missed. R.I.P .
Dallas Turner
July 23, 2014
He was a friend of everyone he met, his vibrant personality was something not commonly found. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
the sullivan family
July 23, 2014
our thoughts and prayers to the giffin family during this horrible tragedy god has another angel....RIP JC WE LOVE YOU
Gammy Mia's grandma
July 23, 2014
Rest in peace
LaVonda Merkosky
July 23, 2014
I am so sorry to here of this terrible tragedy. He was way to young. My heart goes out to you and your family. May he R.I.P. God bless all of you.
July 23, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers for all of you!!
Patty Krejca
July 23, 2014
JC always in my heart. I am still unable to believe this . Love and Hugs always to Mickey ,Jason ,Chelsea, Dean and Jimmy..Love you all. Gramma Patty
Rita Jones
July 23, 2014
Mickey, Jimmy and Family - we are so so sorry for your loss. Parents are not supposed to outlive their children but I'm sure God has great plans for him. My heart breaks for those left behind. RIP JC.
Lisa Watkins
July 23, 2014
My prayers are with u and ur family.
jerry curran
July 23, 2014
You are a awesome friend man you will be very missed man you are like a brother to all of my family we all will not for get you my thoughts and prayers are sent bro to your family
Kay Baxter
July 23, 2014
Jimmy and Mickey and family, was shocked to hear of this. My prayers and blessings go out to all of you. He was just a good kid. May you all find peace and comfort in the love of those that surround you all in this time of need. If there is anything we can do to help with things please let us know. I know your hearts are heavy at this time, but know we are all here to help if we can. R.I.P JC and may the Great Spirit lead you on your new journey and light your way.
Crystal ( Baxter)Nelson
July 23, 2014
Mickey & family my heart & prayers are with you! Sending you all my love too!
debbi,sean,amber.and christian sullivan
July 23, 2014
to the giffin family my heart goes out to you all in this horrible time he was a great kid and i still remember all the times sean and jc would go out fishing and bring home there catch they were so proud!he will be greatly missed by all my thoughts and prayers to you all
Daniel j Soucy jr
July 23, 2014
Jimmy I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. JC was an awesome kid always upbeat and very polite. I will miss seeing him from time to time in Fairport. You were always so proud to talk about his wrestling accomplishments and his future in China. Dan and Val Soucy...
William Hamilton
July 22, 2014
Jimmy,
I am so shocked by this. My heart breaks for you guys. May God wrap you all in his arms and comfort you during this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
your Mom
July 22, 2014
Today is the day I lost my Baby... he will be missed and loved forever. May he rest in eternal peace. I Love you BABY!!
James Gridiron
July 22, 2014
JC WAS A COACHES DREAM HE WILL BE MISS BUT WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON the kid that always smile no madder how hard you work him.!!!With the sweat running off his face down his back and soaking wet clothes on the wrestling mat!!he always WORKED HARD..!!!! ...God bless you I love you as always !!! COACH GRIDIRON..
James Gridiron
July 22, 2014
JC WAS A COACHES DREAM HE WILL BE MISS BUT WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON the kid that always smile no madder how hard you work him.!!!With the sweat running off his face down his back and soaking wet clothes on the wrestling mat!!he always WORKED HARD..!!!! ...God bless you I love you as always !!! COACH GRIDIRON..
Kristy & Lonny Blankenship
July 22, 2014
Mickey and Jimmy - you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers....
Jane & Bill Light
July 22, 2014
Mickey and Jimmy so sorry for the loss of your son JC. May God give you the strength in the coming days. If you need any things just let us know, we are here for you. Jane and Bill Light
Donna Davis
July 22, 2014
Mickey & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for comfort and strength in the days to come are with you and your family.
holly foucher
July 22, 2014
Mickey and family.... Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. He is at peace I hope that will help to comfort you at this time. All our love....Holly and family
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