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James Ray Griffin

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Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd

Portsmouth, Virginia

James Griffin Obituary

James Ray Griffin PORTSMOUTH - James Ray Griffin, 63, of the 300 block of Corell Court, died Sunday, May 9, 2010 in his residence. A native of Suffolk, he was an account representative for Frischkorn Inc. He was a baseball umpire and a member of the Virginia Officials Association and the Portsmouth Sports Club, a volunteer for PIT, and a master gardener intern. He served in the Marine Corps Reserve. He is survived by his wife, Patsy M. Griffin; a son, Ryan R. Griffin of Portsmouth; a brother, William Moore of Chesapeake; aunts and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston Ray and Frances Redd Griffin; a brother, Lindell Griffin Moore; and YaYa and Pappy. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Revs. Tom Potter and Ricky Moore. Burial will be in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Portsmouth Sports Club Scholarship Fund. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 11, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Griffin

30 Entries

April 2006 - Jim doing what he loved

May 20, 2010

Red Ashberry

May 17, 2010

World has lost one hell of a man and classmate (CHS Class of 65')He will be missed.

Grace Kerr

May 15, 2010

Dearest Patsy and Family,
We have lost a great friend. Sherri and I think a lot of you and Jim. We
couldnt know any kinder and more loving people . Jim. was a wonderful man, so mannerly and caring. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him and the LADY MONARCHS have lost a great fan. God speed Jim and peace be unto you Patsy.
With deepest sorry, Grace Kerr and Sherri Young (Norfolk)

Michael Tucker

May 13, 2010

The Frischkorn Family has lost a Great Co-worker and Friend. I did not work in the same office with Jim but got to know him very well through the years. Once in a while when ever he would come to Wilmington he would take some time to come by the office to say Hello. He will be truely missed by all who knew him.

Garrett Shelton

May 12, 2010

I had the opportunity to meet Jim about 10 years ago when I began umpiring the Little League All Star tournaments. Jim never hesitated to give me advice during our time together and always brought a smile to my face with his never ending humor. He will truly be missed by all of us in the umpiring community who had the privilege to know and work with him. God bless the Griffin family during this time.

Beckie Norway

May 12, 2010

Patsy,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Lara Rice

May 12, 2010

I'm so sad to hear of Jim's passing. Even though I left the Frischkorn family 10 years ago, I thought of him often, and enjoyed the "Christmas card" letters he would send me around March or May! He could always put a smile on my face when I was having a difficult day, and he was generous with his kindness. My prayers are with you, Patsy, and all of Jim's family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Bud Walter

May 12, 2010

Jim was a great friend and like a brother. We were both Little League and
high school umpires together for many
years. I was always encouraged by his
cheerful but no nonsense attitude toward the game of life. He always had
a good word for everyone and could tell
a constant stream of comedic jokes. I
will miss him, and Patsy and Ryan I know you will too. May God bless you in
His love during these trying times. If
you need anything just call out His name.

Peg Shannon

May 12, 2010

I only knew Jim through Fletcher and our monthly Oyster Roasts. He always had a smile on his face and a cheerful disposition. We will surely miss him.

Brent Jones

May 12, 2010

I had the pleasure of getting to know Jim from golfing in several of the Myrtle Beach Feb. golf trips. He had a way with words! Such a fun loving, upbeat, and jovial fellow. Always good for a laugh and the kind of guy that even though I only had a few encounters with over the years, I will never forget! My thoughts and my prayers are with the Griffin family in this time.

Jack Taylor

May 12, 2010

Patsy and Ryan,
It is with deepest regret that I send this to you. Jim was a friend and good umpire for me at several state tournaments over many years. He will be missed by all who knew him. His sense of humor and ready smile were always there when anyone needed a lift. I will miss him as I know you will.

Brad Hasty

May 12, 2010

I was fortunate enough to have known Jim for many years, and had the pleasure of umpiring countless games with him over that time.
When I think of Jim I can’t help but smile; he was just that kind of person. He always had a funny joke or story, and enjoyed a good laugh. He was a good umpire, a good friend and proud father and husband.
I truly enjoyed being in his company and I will certainly miss him.
Ryan and Patsy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

Rodney Anderson

May 12, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I always enjoyed his company when he made sales calls on me at the Navy Base. He always spoke about Ryan and baseball and of course had a joke to tell. I will miss him.

May 11, 2010

Dear Patsy and Ryan,

I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I always looked forward to working with Jim when I made my regular trips to Hampton. It always meant a full day of great calls, talking about one of our shared passions (baseball!) and of course- lots of laughs from funny and interesting stories that Jim would tell about life, business, umpiring and family. He was just a joy to be around. I will miss him.

Sincerely,

Kevin Smith
Viega N.A.

Pamela Noel Oliver

May 11, 2010

Patsy

I was shocked and deeply saddened by the news. Always full of himself, I always had a good time around him. Know that ya'll are in our thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks.

Candace (yeager-Iuliano) Morgan

May 11, 2010

I am saddened at the loss of an old friend. Patsy, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie Carvouniaris

May 11, 2010

I will certainly miss Jim's smiling face & sense of humor. I was only blessed to know him for a short time, but I will surely remember him always. He & Ellen Bible & I were the Three Musketeers of the Master Gardener Program. We shared some great times. God bless you, Jim.

CDR Bob Fetherston

May 11, 2010

Ryan,

Your father spoke of you often when we worked together on the ball field. He always had a joke to tell and a smile on his face. I truely enjoyed working games with him and I am really going to miss your father.

Jimmy Floyd

May 11, 2010

I had the fortunate opportunity to meet Jim along the Little League Baseball Umpire Tournament "circuit" and can honestly say I am a better man and umpire for it! He had the gift to make a dark situation brighter by injecting humor and laughter just at the right time. Jim, you will be missed by all of your associates in the Virginia State Little League Umpire Association.

May 11, 2010

Working with Jim was nothing short of a sheer pleasure. He was always someone who could make me laugh and he always had a great story to share. I welcomed the times he came to the office and took the time to visit with me. I appreciate the effort he put into making sure we were a happy customer and anything you asked him for he did his best to supply. He will be forever in my thoughts and prayers as will you Patsy and your son. I will definitely miss "JIM" as I was told time and time again NOT to call him Mr. Griffin as it made him feel old!!

Sincerely,
Amy Pace
Allfirst, LLC

May 11, 2010

Patsy and Ryan,

I am so sorry. Jimmy was a true friend, he never let you down and was always there when you needed him. That red hair was a perfect reflection of his fiery loyalty and upbeat personality.
We shared the same neighborhood, schools, and friends, and I consider myself fortunate to have known him and his family.
Patsy and Ryan, my prayers are with you and I thank Jimmy for being one of the best friends I could have ever had and one of the best people I've ever known.

My deepest sympathy and love to you all.
Gary Lawson.

Steve Gelnett

May 11, 2010

I count it a privilage to have known Jim as a friend and business associate, they don't get any better. He always wore a smile, had something good to say and his word was as good as gold. "Well done good and faithfull servant"

Robert Ruiz

May 11, 2010

Sorry to hear of the loss of a good friend and umpire Jim will be missed but will never be forgotten

Page Leggett

May 11, 2010

Patsy and Ryan - I am shocked and saddened to hear of Jimmy's sudden passing. We haven't seen you in a while but speak often of the good memories we have of our times at VMI. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Page Leggett (Williams)

Reece Barefoot

May 11, 2010

Jim was a good man. I enjoyed working with him and his sense of humor. He will be missed.

May 11, 2010

I send my sincere sympathy, Anna Cross

Bill Catlett

May 11, 2010

Patsy, I am so sorry for your loss. We can never understand these things but, The love and the memories will stay with you forever. Cherish the love you shared and the faith that God will pull you thru this troubled time. This is a time for family and friends to comfort you and let you know how much you are loved. Stay strong.

Bobby Crumpler

May 11, 2010

I wish I could put in words how I really feel.I'm going to really miss you Jimmie.

May 11, 2010

Patsy and Ryan,

The world is a better place because Jimmy lived so well, made everyone he met laugh and gave so much of himself to his community.

We are sure he has met and been welcomed by his maker and told him a joke already.

Jimmy was a special person who will always be remembered.

With love and sympathy,
Barbara and JoJo

Chris Wilkins

May 11, 2010

I want to send my Condolences to the Family of Mr. Griffin, we are Sorry for the Loss of your Loved-one. He will be Greatly missed , We truely enjoyed working with Jim for many Years. From : Chris Wilkins & all of the Associates @ The Norfolk Plant United States Gypsum Co. Inc.

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