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Joyce Patricia Griffin

1946 - 2017

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Joyce Griffin Obituary

September 27, 1946 - September 14, 2017 Joyce Patricia Griffin, 70, San Pedro, CA, passed away on Sept. 14, 2017, due to complications from lymphoma. Joyce was preceded in death by her father, John Patrick Griffin, and brothers Kenneth and Gary. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Griffin (Corbally), sister Kathy Griffin, brother John (Jennifer), niece Claire & nephew John P., and numerous cousins in the Bidinger and Neumann families. Joyce was raised in Forest Park & Oak Park and graduated from Mundelein College. She was an elementary schoolteacher in Chicago, then moved to Santa Monica, CA, where she joined the LA School System for many years and later earned a Master's in School Administration from Pepperdine University. Joyce was widely loved for her kind heart, ready laugh and appreciation for any social gathering. She was a loyal Chicagoan, an avid traveler, and a great friend to countless others. Following a private ceremony, a Celebration of Life will be announced.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Sep. 21 to Sep. 22, 2017.

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Jennifer and Mike

October 14, 2017

Rest in peace Joyce. You can play golf in heaven with the angels now. Thank you for caring about our military and making people's dreams come true.

Cheryl Griffin-Woltjen

September 23, 2017

Dear Kathy and Griffin family,
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your dear sister, Joyce. It has been so nice to be connected with Joyce over Facebook and the St.Bernardines alumni page... We hope she will live forever in our hearts and memories. My sympathies go out to your mother and brother and especially you who I remember fondly from math class...Rest in peace and love dear Joyce.

D W

September 22, 2017

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace during this time of deep sorrow and grief. (1 Corinthians 1:3)

September 22, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the Griffin family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day. - Ps 145:18,19

Kathleen Margolis

September 21, 2017

Joyce had a strong sense of justice and fairness. "Really?"; "that's just crazy"; or "that's not right" were phrases she'd use to set up her observation of a situation. We counted on her to hear us out and sum up an event. She judged lightly and encouraged vehemently. She could always make you laugh about something, and would cry with you if you needed it. She brought curiosity with her into every conversation, and loved to explore places and gain new knowledge. I am a better person for befriending Joyce. I will miss her in this world. Life is the only party from which Joyce left too soon. Love ya' Joyce and condolences to the family. Kathleen

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