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Caden Griffin Obituary

Caden Axavier Griffin NORFOLK - Caden Axavier Griffin, 2, passed away Jan. 17, 2009. He was born in Norfolk at 1:43 a.m. on All Saints Day, Nov. 1, 2006, the son of William Griffin and Melissa Eastman of Norfolk. He is survived by his paternal grandparents, Carol and Thomas Griffin of Norfolk; maternal grandfather, Richard Allgood of Norfolk; brother, Lev; along with his aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother, Zen-Isaiah. Caden brightened the lives of all he came into contact with. His spirit could erode all despair, his smile could light up a dark room and his memory will illuminate our hearts forever. A graveside service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday at 7 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family at 4709 Shafer St., Norfolk, 23513 c/o Carol Griffin.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 24, 2009.

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Autumn Earnest

February 18, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of the traumatic lose of such a young and happy child. He was loved by all. To all the family and friends, I hope that Caden has found pease in the presence of the Lord and with his brother.

Caden's Mama

February 15, 2009

Thank you all for your kind words.

Anita Oden

January 25, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. He Caden was an angel here, and he is an angel once again.

Christine Brinson

January 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janey Beck

January 24, 2009

To The Griffin Family-My thoughts, and prayers are with you all.I didn't know Caden all that well, but what I did know of him he was such a happy child.He will be truely missed by all the people that knew him.

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