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1979
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James Griffiths Obituary
March 5, 1979 -
March 2, 2013
James Parker Griffiths was born in Oklahoma City on March 5, 1979, and died in Richvale, CA, on March 2, 2013, after a long battle against cancer. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, and son, James Parker Griffiths, Jr.; brother, W. John Griffiths, IV, of Wharton, TX; parents, William J. Griffiths, III, M.D. and Carroll, of El Campo, TX, and Avery, CA; and grandmother, Ruby Garton, of Broken Arrow, OK.
James grew up in California, graduating from Johansen High School in Modesto. He was active in scouting, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and attending the National Jamboree and International Jamboree. He attended Wharton County Junior College, TX, then transferred to University of Houston-Victoria, where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Psychology. He was a substitute teacher at El Campo High School and was an instructor and tutor for the University of Houston-Victoria, until his illness.
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WRC
November 26, 2013
The Western Reserve Colony, Society of Mayflower Descendants in the State of Ohio, wishes to extend our sympathy to the family of James Parker Griffiths. We will donate a reference book to the Special Collections Division, Akron-Summit County Public Library in his memory.
Rebecca Woodruff, project chair
jack panter
May 14, 2013
He was one of the most amazing people I've had the privilege to know. The world has lost someone truly great!
April 16, 2013
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Jenn Griffiths
March 27, 2013
I feel lucky to have had James in my life, to have his son, and to have been able to care for him. When asked what his "life philosophy" was he responded "to leave the world a little bit better," which he did. For others I can't say, but for me he has made my world a whole lot better. I dream of the day we'll meet again, but until then I will honor him by being a super mom raising our son to be a gentleman, like his daddy.
Madeline Menezes
March 11, 2013
Jen, My heart aches for you. I Love You, Maddie
Vanessa Norton
March 7, 2013
You will truly be missed James!!! We had some great times you, Eric and I and just want you to know that you may be gone, but never forgotten.
March 7, 2013
Jenn, and family: SO, SO Sorry for your loss. I wish I'd had the opportunity to meet James. I knew if you loved him so much, then he was a perfect match for you! You're in our thoughts, my Jenn. I hope I can you and your beautiful baby someday! Love always ~ Sally
March 7, 2013
Our family remembers the Griffiths family from Troop 14. We are very sad to hear of James' passing and send the family our sincere condolences.
The Swehla Family
Emily Shugart
March 6, 2013
Oh, James. I will always send you photos of Nicolas Cage and cats. You are the love of my dear friend's life. I am eternally thankful of you for loving her and giving her Parker. Until another day, Emily.
Eric Norton
March 6, 2013
I drove to James' old house in modesto yesterday sat in front staring at the front door listening to one of our favorite bands. I had an urge to go to the front door and ring the bell and run away like a little kid. I did just like James used to do to me sometimes. It made me smile inside although feeling sad from his passing at the same time. I'm going to miss you man you were always my best friend!!!
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