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Donald Griffin Obituary

Donald N. Griffin

Rev. Donald Griffin, 86 joined his Lord and Savior December 13, 2012. After a short illness with cancer, he passed away peacefully at home while in the comfort of his family. Pastor Don an ordained Presbyterian minister for nearly 60 years served six congregations throughout the State of Washington. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara of 61 years, daughters Donna Christiansen, Linda Stewart, Debbie Neumann, and son Ron. He also leaves two brothers, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

A memorial service is planned for December 29, 2012, 1:00 PM at the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church, 17440 Brookside Blvd. N.E., Lake Forest Park, WA 98155. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Don Griffin Memorial Fund at the Church.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times from Dec. 22 to Dec. 23, 2012.

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December 23, 2012

He served the lord willing. Well done thee good and faithful servant. Dick and Marian Griffin

Ross and Leslie Colson

December 23, 2012

We send our thoughts, and condolences to all of Don's family. Don was a wonderful person and
will be missed.

Karen Griffin-Nuzzolese

December 22, 2012

Dear Family:
Our love is with all of you, I have such a specail place in my heart for Uncle Don. and I feel so blessed to be part of his family.

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