Portland, Oregon
1942 - 2020
Sam GriffinMay 7, 1942 - May 18, 2020 Sam Griffin passed away May 18, 2020 from complications of brain cancer. He was surrounded by his wife and his children. Sam was born in Grants Pass, Ore., but grew up in Dunsmuir, Calif. The oldest of four boys, Sam enjoyed spending his time outdoors and...
Read MoreSam was famous at The Columbian for "sandbagging" what he had sold (keeping it a secret until the end) so you never knew if you were ahead of him, or behind. I learned a lot from him: how to focus on more than one thing and juggle the many different aspects of selling advertising.
Carol Doane
February 21, 2021 | Coworker
Jacque, please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your husband, Sam. Although it has been many years since we have visited, I fondly remember you both from a time when life was slower. I fondly remember you from our youth in the same congregation - the old North Unit. May Jehovah bless you and your family. Sam will be there at Jehovah's will. It will make your heart glad.
KURT ANTONI
June 04, 2020 | Friend
My memories of Sam started with our move to Vancouver. You both were so hospitable and gave us a helping hand getting established in the community and congregation. Sam always showed that quality with a quiet steadiness that seemed to define him. We will miss him.
Thelma Smith
May 27, 2020 | Vancouver
Our Love and prays are with at this time.
May Jehovah be with you.
MICHAEL and Juliette LASLEY
May 26, 2020 | PORTLAND, OR
I worked with Sam at The Columbian for several years. I remember him as such a nice man. I'm sad that that he passed away.
Nora Campbell
May 26, 2020 | Goldendale, WA
Goning to miss sam he would stop and we would talk for a time may the lord be with your family at this time
Dave hamm
May 25, 2020 | Vancouver, WA
I worked with Sam in the late 80's in the Columbian advertising dept. I always enjoyed Sam's calming presence and it was a pleasure to have known him and worked with him. My partner Brian from John's in Battle Ground who had Sam as a rep also thoroughly enjoyed working with Sam and respected him for his professionalism and friendship. Godspeed Sam! My Condolences to his family.
Pam Wolle
May 25, 2020 | Ridgefield, WA
Sam was one of the nicest people I worked with at the Columbian. Always helpful, kind, and understanding.
Shirley Smith
May 25, 2020 | Coworker
May 24 2020
Our hearts and prayers are with you now. Sam was such a nice person, so well loved by everyone. Knew him for many years and in all that time never heard a mean word, not even once. We love all your family and will be in touch soon . . .
touch soon, may you all find deep comfort in Jehovahs Loving Gentle Wings
May 24, 2020
