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James Griffith Obituary
1924 ~ 2013
Salt Lake City, Utah-James I. Griffith passed away on December 3, 2013. He was born July 11, 1924 in Ogden, Utah to Walter & Inez Marie Ingebretsen Griffith. He graduated from East High School and the University of Utah. He was a pilot in WWII stationed in England and Germany.Jimmy was a very independent and adventurous man. In his younger days, he was a world class skier and member of the U.S. Ski Team. He was a successful businessman, owning and operating Carpenter Paper Company for over 40 years. Deep sea fishing became one of his passions, taking him to Mexico, Panama, and Florida. He enjoyed showing everyone his latest catches, including a Tiger Shark and his famous Alligator Gars. Jimmy is survived by his beloved parrot, Sam. He is preceded in death by brothers, Richard and Alan Griffith and Sister Mildred Farnsworth.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr. where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
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Joe Oakey
December 14, 2013
Jimmy was very helpful to my family, and myself. He helped inspire me in my own business. He also sponsored me to a trip to Washington DC when I was in college. I am forever grateful to him.
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Mark Bekken
December 12, 2013
It has been an honor and privilege to know and appreciate Jimmy. I have called, as a supplier to Carpenter Paper for years on Jimmy and always thoroughly enjoyed my time with him. He was always so caring and respectful for me. It took me a long time to get him to buy from me, but he told me to never give up and I did not give up. I used to work for Carpenter Paper in Billings, MT in the '70's, where I got my start in the paper business, so I had a place in my heart for Carpenter. I will sure miss this great man but feel so fortunate to have been able to know and appreciate him. He was very honest and kind. A great role model for all of us. May God Bless him REAL GOOD! He is in a MUCH better place now but know that his staff and dear Sam miss him so much. My heartfelt condolences to all.
Dawn Anderson
December 12, 2013
Jimmy was interesting,friendly and will be missed.
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