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RAYMOND GRIFFIS Obituary
SGT. MAJOR RAYMOND ST. JOHN GRIFFIS Ray passed away peacefully at his daughter's home on Monday, August 17, 2009 surrounded by his adoring family. Survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Flo. Dear father of Val (Rick), Sue (Peter) and Peter (Carmen). Proud grandfather of Joanne (Greg), Adrian (Aana), Cameron (Robin), Darren, Jordan, Tyler, Lindsay (Mike), Amanda, Jeffrey (Kat), Mitchell, Kevin, Petra and Isabel. G.G.Pa of Jaden, Nathan and Avery. Brother of Brian. Brother-in-law of Winn, Janet (Bill) and Blanche (Ed). Ray is also survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. He will be sadly missed by all. The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME A.W. MILES CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Davisville Avenue) from one o'clock until the time of service at two o'clock on Friday, August 21. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army or charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences and memories may be for warded through www.humphreymiles.com.
Memories and Condolences
for RAYMOND GRIFFIS
18 Entries
Heather Tisdall [Taylor]
August 26, 2009
Dear Florrie and all the family. We were saddened to hear the message that Blanche left for us. We were in the Maritimes at the time. Florrie, you have lost a wonderful friend and husband but you will never lose the memories you have. Keep the faith old friend. We send our love and sympathy to you all.
Heather and Ralph
Courtenay, B.C.
August 26, 2009
Dear Auntie Florrie, Valerie, Susan & Peter,
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Ray. He will always be remembered with happiness and the memories we have of our times together.
Love Owen, Debbbie & family
Rick Whitehead
August 24, 2009
Florrie, Valerie, Susan and Peter,
I was so sorry to hear about Griff. I will always remember his kind smile, good nature and willingness to lend a hand. He will be sorely missed.
Sharon and I will be thinking of you during this difficult time.
Rick & Sharon Whitehead
August 24, 2009
Dear Auntie Florrie, Val, Susan & Peter,
Rick and I were so saddened to hear the news about Uncle Griff. We will cherish the memories and time spent with him at all of the family weddings, anniversaries, and gatherings. We will especially remember the time you both spent with us in our home in Calgary which just seemed like yesterday. We pray that the many memories you share will lift your hearts and ease the hurt you all must be feeling.
Love always,
Rick & Sharon Whitehead
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David Black
August 22, 2009
Dear Auntie Florrie, Valerie, Susan and Peter,
My heart was saddened when I heard that Uncle Griff had passed on. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I was thinking last night about all of the holidays our families spent together during our childhood. We were very blessed to have such good, strong people as part of our "clan". It meant that being a kid in the Black, Griffis, Tabrett, Fodden, Hallem, Whitehead and Moore "Clan" was a good place to grow up. Uncle Griff will always have a place in our hearts.
All My Love, David
Jim Tabrett
August 21, 2009
There is a hole in the world today, a good man has gone home. Thanks Griff, we will all miss you.
August 21, 2009
Aunt Flo, Valerie, Susan & Peter
Our thoughts and prayers are with you a
this time. Cherish the wonderful memories that you have, as it will be those memories that willdry the tears and lift the heaviness of heart, and bring back the sunshine, and smiles into your life
Love,
Gayle, and Family
Calgary Alberta
August 21, 2009
I will miss you Uncle Griff, my heart is broken. I absolutely adored you from the time I was a very little girl...I have so many wonderful and funny memories, from wanting to marry you, train trips to Lachute, graduation invites, and most recently spending a wonderful week with you last summer at the cottage. You will remain in my heart forever
Gayle Whitehead Benham, Calgary, AB
John & Nancy Head
August 21, 2009
To Florrie, Valerie, Susan, Peter and your families - We will miss seeing Ray at the cottage. He would wander over to see what we were up to and always had great suggestions for us. His presence on the island will be sorrily missed as he was always involved in the island community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Merchants
August 21, 2009
To Florrie, Valerie, Susan & Peter - please accept our deepest sympathy on Ray's passing. Our hearts are with you and your families at this time. Sincerely, Marilyn, Peter, Debbie, Cindy, Terry & Jesse.
Ed&Blanche Moore
August 20, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Blanche Moore
August 20, 2009
Ray was a wonderful brother in law and a great uncle and a chosen Godfather to our son Jeff, he was always there for us, we`ll miss you Ray and you`ll be in our hearts forever.
Ed & Blanche
Rod Drennan
August 20, 2009
How sad I was to hear of Ray's passing. My father (Johnny Drennan)had great affection for Ray, and he always referred to Ray as "Griff". I remember so many great times at our farm near Lachute. Ray built a large log home there, and he was justifiably proud of his work.
Deepest sympathy to Florrie and family from the Drennans.
Susan Brown
August 20, 2009
So very sorry to hear about Uncle Ray. Our thoughts are with you and your family... all our love Susan and Jody
August 19, 2009
Our prays will be with you and your family
Bob and Sharon Lee and family(Ellie's sister
Wendy Tabrett
August 19, 2009
My dear Uncle "Griff" - a loving, devoted family man, always with a twinkle in his eye and a great chuckle. He promised to buy me a horse as soon as he won the "Irish Cheapskates" and I held onto that dream all my life - until Aug 17, 2009. He loved his family and was so proud of you all!
Irene Gallagher
August 19, 2009
What wonderful memories I have from Chomedey, Laval, Que./ Ray was one of a kind. What a void he has left. Will be in touch a little later. Love, Irene (Ottawa).
Larry Tierney
August 19, 2009
Ray will be missed by many, the very kind man he was. My sincere condolences
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