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CONOR FRANCIS GRIFFIN

FUNERAL HOME

Greenwich Village Funeral Home

199 Bleecker St

New York City, New York

CONOR GRIFFIN Obituary

GRIFFIN, Conor Francis Conor Francis Griffin, husband of Sarah Fram, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on December 2, 2024, after fiercely battling cancer for three years. At 39 years of age, he was much too young. Conor was truly a unique individual; he was generous, kind and incredibly funny. He loved spending time with friends and family. Conor's magnetic and mischievous personality drew people together. He had an amazing gift of turning friends into family - a friend of Conor became a friend of the entire Griffin clan. Thirteen years ago, Conor found his perfect match in his wife Sarah. After over a decade of laughs and adventures together, they married in September of 2023. They were devoted to each other, as well as best friends. Conor and Sarah shared many passions, including craft beer, travel, the Boston Celtics, great restaurants, cocktails (specifically negronis), comedy and Manhattan, or at least the part that is below 14th Street. Additionally, Conor was a diehard Patriots and Red Sox fan, which Sarah, a New Yorker since birth, learned to accept it. Conor and Sarah loved to travel and had adventures to Thailand, Vietnam, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Greece and Denmark. Copenhagen was Conor's favorite city. Conor grew up in Lancaster, MA and moved to New York City after receiving his Electrical Engineering degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was a Senior Software Engineer at Coinbase. While at Coinbase, Conor was a highly valued member of his team and, despite facing many medical challenges, always maintained a positive energy, and spirit. Conor was resolute in following his own path and inspiring others to do the same. In his early days in NYC, inspired by his love of Seinfeld, he tried his hand at stand-up comedy. He was fearless and would tour the city's open mic nights. Comedy never became his career, but you never went more than a few minutes in Conor's presence before you were laughing - he was always the funniest guy in the room and the best storyteller. Conor was the eldest cousin in the very large Griffin family and was a mentor and friend to all of them. It was rare to see Conor without another member of the Griffin family. His love for his family was unmatched. In addition to his wife, Sarah Fram, Conor is survived by his grieving parents, Sean and Lizbeth Griffin; sister Emily Griffin Brook; brother-in-law Christopher Brook; nephew Griffin Brook; brother and sister-in-law, Timothy and Stefania Fram; mother-in-law Francine Fram; and father-in-law Jonathan Fram. Additionally, Conor leaves behind his grandparents, Joesph and Marilyn Rich; aunt and uncle, Maureen Griffin and Michael Putnam; cousins, Alexander, Nathaniel and Andrea; his uncle Kevin Griffin; cousins, Kyle and Ryan; his uncle and aunt, James and Carolyn Griffin; cousins, Seamus, Michele, Sean, Carolina, Bridget, Kayleigh and Brianna; aunt Kathleen Griffin Mcintyre; his deceased uncle Jeff Mcintyre; cousins, Griffin, Haley, McCall, Nick, Keira, Christopher, Tucker and Sarah; his aunt and uncle Karen Griffin and Ben Ghamami; cousins, Taylor and Andrew; uncle and aunt Liam and Amy Griffin; cousins, Emma, Addison and Liam; aunt and uncle, Catherine and Michael Hyatt; cousins, Carl, Katelyn and Abby; uncle and aunt, David and Mary Rich; and cousin Kevin. Conor was predeceased by his grandparents, James and Kathleen Griffin; and his uncle Michael Griffin. The Greenwich Village Funeral Home will be providing cremation. Conor will be loved and missed by his family and friends forever. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the National Network of Abortion Funds.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for CONOR GRIFFIN

37 Entries

Ram Pantangi

December 19, 2024

Conor was a valued member of my team for three years, during which I had the privilege of working closely with him and building a strong personal connection. He was one of the most positive and resilient individuals I´ve ever met. Despite the challenges he faced, he never let his circumstances define him or dampen his spirit.

Even while undergoing treatments, Conor remained dedicated, supportive, and was always eager to recognize team members´ achievements. He brought energy and laughs to our meetings with his wit and storytelling, and inspired us all with his unwavering kindness and determination.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a bright soul. We at Coinbase will miss him dearly. Rest in peace, Conor.

Coinbase Team

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Sidney Horn

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Maureen and Mike Putnam

December 13, 2024

Our hearts are completely broken. Words are too impoverished to convey our sorrow. Yet this much must be said: Conor was always a standout; Oldest of his generation in our family and a role model for all his cousins; So smart it was scary; Always fun and funny with a dash of mischief, which everyone enjoyed. His insight provided a wellspring for his wonderful comedy. He called his own shots, which we respected and admired. He had many good friends because he was a good friend. We were so happy when he found Sarah, the love of his life. Their relationship was filled with joy, shared adventures, and a deep connection that inspired those around them. He bravely fought his illness with courage, tenacity and true grit. Conor taught us to embrace life with humor and authenticity, even in the toughest of times, and to treasure the relationships we hold dear. We were, and are, so proud to call him family. To call him our Godson. We will tell future generations about him and remember him always. As time is infinite, so too is our love, Mike and Mauzy

Clem, Ryan, Kenzo, & Kaiser

December 13, 2024

Conor, what an honor it was to know you. You and your family helped make Augurs Well, and the East Village, feel like home. It's no surprise our dog ran down the street to see you any chance he got. We will miss you. Sarah, Liz, Sean, and Emily, we are thinking of you <3

Peter Burns and Family

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Ira and Joanna Haber

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Jesse Schofield

December 12, 2024

Conor was one of the funniest people I have known. I sometimes think of him when I hear my son laughing hysterically about something with his friends, thinking back to the same times I had with Conor in elementary/middle school. I remember us secretly trying to collect radio snippets onto a tape recorder from WAAF so we could relisten to the inappropriate songs and sketches that were funny. I remember how witty he could be, a direct result of how incredibly smart he was. I used to fear getting in trouble in classes for laughing because he would make a side comment and his sly smile to set people off. I remember how we were horrible at basketball in our first try-outs so we became "team managers" which meant we went to the games and filled out the log books and pressed the scoring and clock stop buttons, but he loved watching sports so much it was fun for him. My heart goes out to you Sean, Liz, Emily and all his other family, he will be missed by so many.

Duncan & Anna Marie Beech

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Cathie and Mike

December 11, 2024

To know Conor was to know laughter. From a precocious toddler and mayor of the three-families we shared, to his towering presence as a grown man along side Sarah, Conor´s charismatic smile and sense of humor always commanded the room. Our lives are so much richer because of you Conor, and we will forever be grateful for having been a part of yours. With eternal love, Cathie and Mike

Craig and Jan Smith

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McCall

December 10, 2024

What a one-of-a-kind presence Conor was, and what an immense hole that will be impossible to fill for his die-hard friends, his loving parents, family and extended cousin crew, his Augurs family, the love of his life and our family´s hero Sarah, and his lifetime partner in crime Emily.

I was so lucky to have known Conor throughout his life (since even before his rattail days) but feel even luckier to have been by his side for a portion of his life where he thrived-- that being his life in New York City.

You can breakdown the eras of New York Conor by the bars he would frequent most over time. During the time I shared with him, I´d spend my football Saturdays/Sundays and late nights with Conor and crew at Four Faced Liar, then it was by Three Sheets, followed by Fools Gold, One Mile House, finally finding a permanent home at in the place he clearly found the most comfort, Augurs. In a city that can be so busy but feel so isolating, these places felt like home because of Conor. Through his disarming humor, incredibly quick wit, and humble intellect that masterfully balanced an ability to have strong opinions without alienating others, it was impressive how easy it was for Conor to build a family of his own at each of these spots... and this family that would ultimately follow his lead to wherever the new era would take him. The bartenders, the bar staff, the chefs, the other loyal customers, the restaurant owners from down the block, the cousins, the friends from Lancaster to RPI to Goldman... just about everyone that walked in the door was charmed by Con - he was just that kind of guy.

More specifically for me, beyond being lucky enough to be his cousin, Conor was the reason I chose to move to New York. He changed my life. He made the most cut-throat city feel like a warm blanket; he baby-proofed the city for me. He took me under his wing as a Junior in college, showing me how fun and welcoming New York could be below 14th street (he couldn´t believe I was living in Turtle Bay... and now, neither can I). He was also the reason his sister, Emily, made the leap to the big Apple, too.... and along with our Cousin Nate, we began the most chaotic yet fun-filled time of our lives. It wouldn´t have been the same without each one of them, but it most certainly wouldn´t have happened without Conor and his love for this city.

It´s going to be hard to walk the streets of West and East village knowing Conor isn´t warming a seat up for you to join him for a quick beer.. which always ultimately ended up being a 4am night no matter how much you´d convince yourself otherwise. Conor was always a *reliable* good time and a *reliable* friend (he even carried a 50 lb dresser up 6 flights for me in less than 10 minutes notice)- you could *always* count on that. Irreplacable. We love you forever and ever and ever and ever, Con.

Ben Ghamami

December 10, 2024

Hey Conor, I was with our clan over at Auger´s last night and got to meet most of your friends. The place was so packed that I was going to say, "Are you F´ing kidding me?" but thought better of it. After all, very few people can pull off doing Conor and I am not that special anyway. One thing that became clear to me last night was that I am not the only unexpected person whose life you have touched in your incredible way. I am older than your dad and wise to the world having lived through highs and lows that many would not believe. So, what could anyone teach me??
Well, let me tell you what I learned from you. Living by Conor´s creed is to achieve a life that embodies your values in everything you think, say, feel and do. And that is what I learned from you. Kindness, warmth, generosity, inspiration, leadership, kinship -- and above all, the joy for life. These are all present in your each and every breath. Last night, I told myself if I could go back in time, I would live my life like Conor. But you know, I then realized I still can do that for whatever is left of my life. Godspeed on your journey to the new place where you will hold court and touch the angels´ hearts. thank you for who you are.
With love, your uncle and admiring friend, Ben

December 10, 2024

Conor: It was extremely sad to hear the news. You were one of the most brave, kind person I have known at work, and I feel grateful for having the opportunity to work with you. We will always miss you.

Auntie Katie

December 9, 2024

Conor, the very first of the second generation of Griffins. He wasn´t just Sean and Liz´s first baby, he was "Our" first baby as well, bringing the thrill and chaos of the next generation into our lives. From day one, he had the undivided attention of every aunt and uncle of the WP8, which, let´s be honest, probably explains his lifelong talent for reading a room,
navigating people and taking charge. Conor didn´t just blaze a trail for his cousins-he owned the trail. He was wise beyond his years and had a sense of humor that could disarm anyone. He was the Pied Piper of the
pack, and what a pack it was.
But let´s not forget, by the time he hit his pre-teens, the grown-ups wanted to hang out with him just as much. His banter, quick wit, and sharp observations always left us wanting more.... especially his mudslides!
One of my favorite memories has to be watching The Irishman with you and the family. Possibly the longest and most boring movie ever! To this day, I swear you made that three-hour epic failure feel like a comedy special. Your running commentary deserved an Oscar of its own.
And to make up for the movie, you introduced me to Bill Burr and a lineup of comedians that kept us laughing all night. Then I felt important when I turned you on to Letter Kenny!
Conor, you fought your battle like a warrior, with courage and grit. The void you leave behind is impossible to put into words, but your stories, your humor, and your legacy will live on in all of us.
You will always be a legend, and the best storyteller in any room.
To Sarah, Sean, Liz, Emily and Chris- you are always in our "hearts and prayers" . We are here for you always with love and support!
Rest easy Conor,
You were not just our nephew; you were our friend!
xo Auntie Katie

Laurel Fuce Galkowski

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Kazzie

December 8, 2024

Conor - Our leader of "WP8 2.0". A radiant force, you left a mark far beyond your years. A natural leader you paved the way to show your cousins how to live an authentic life in your own unique style, and you shared a special bond with each and every one of your aunts and uncles. I will treasure our dinners in NYC with Sarah and Ben. You turned every meal into an unforgettable memory. You had a way of making the ordinary feel extraordinary. Those memories will stay with me always. Your life was filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments that will forever live in our hearts. I love you, and I am proud of you in that order! Love Kazzie

Liam & Amy

December 7, 2024

Conor,
Remembering the countless gatherings and your incredible humour, be it early Jerky Boys, stand up comedy or 4th of July garage nights. Your laughter and comedy provided infectious entertainment that lit the room.
Watching your strength and determination at Nashoba wrestling was an amazing time, you were like my little bro.
Your spirit will always shine bright.
With love to Sarah, Liz, Sean & Emily

Liam, Amy, Emma, Addi & Liam

December 7, 2024

Liam & Amy

December 7, 2024

Remembering the countless gatherings and your incredible humour, be it early Jerky Boys, stand up comedy or 4th of July garage nights. Your laughter and comedy provided infectious entertainment that lit the room.
Watching your strength and determination at Nashoba wrestling was an amazing time, you were like my little bro.
Your spirit will always shine bright.
With love to Sarah, Liz, Sean & Emily

Matt, Christian and Alec

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Maureen and Mike Putnam

December 7, 2024

Conor - Your brilliant light, humor and intellect will continue to shine brightly! We love you! Forever and always you remain in our hearts!

Ellie Heidingsfelder

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Maureen & Mike Putnam

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Keira

December 6, 2024

Conor was my oldest cousin, and to be honest I learned most of what I know from my cousins- the good and the not so good! That´s the blessing of a big Irish family. When I think of Conor, I think of someone who was so confident in himself... even if it may not have always been true, that was the impression he left on his little cousin. He wasn´t one to be swayed by another, or in our case... a group of minion cousins. I think that attitude is what allowed him to live exactly the life he wanted. He probably lived a life more true to himself than anyone else I can think of. I really like that about him. While maybe it was a bit stubborn, I think it´s that same trait that allowed him to fight this battle for as hard and for as long as he did. I will miss Conor every day, but feel so lucky to have all the amazing memories with him growing up- as the leader of our cousin pack. Cheers to one hell of a guy! Love you, Sarah, Sean & Liz, Emily, Chris & little Griff.

Celine and Andres Godoy

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David and Celest DeStasi

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Sarah & Jeremy Ross

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Jose Rodriguez

December 6, 2024

My brother and I first met Conor around the year 2014. He instantly treated my brother and I with tremendous respect and love. Two random guys who aren't from the East Village. Our friendship grew inside of Augur's well.

We bonded over our hate for the Yankees lol. He is a Red Sox fan and I am a Mets fan. We watched many basketball games together and spoke about life. He used to passionately express his love for stand-up comedy and how he wanted to pursue that if given the chance.

He invited us to his New Year's party, and we had a great time. Drinking Ipas and laughing at random jokes. He was so kind, and he never judged my brother and me. I admire his honesty and his generosity.

The time that stood out the most. It was a random night. All the bars were closed, and our friend group wanted to hang out some more. We made a quick stop at 7/11, grabbed a couple of cold ones, and walked the Williamsburg bridge. We all ended up hanging out on a rooftop, watching the sun rise over the city. It was a memory that has lasted about 8 years now.

You are a legend Conor! Thanks for being so welcoming and thanks for being our friend. The Rodriguez bros will never forget. A true East Village Legend. May God bless your soul and your family.
Thanks, Sincerely Jose and David.

Brother Shisler EH 1079

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Frank Rodriguez

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Michael Riccio

December 5, 2024

Conor was my best friend, all throughout my childhood, and we were damn near inseparable from 12-20. I practically grew up in the Griffin house, and am the man I have become thanks to the friendship forged between Conor and I. He was the funniest guy I have ever known, and I will miss him dearly!

Sally Ackerman

December 5, 2024

I remember that he liked the smoker for celebrating Thanksgiving. The turkey and Sarah and Conor were wonderful hosts. He was a great friend to my son Evan. Sarah and Conor were a wonderful couple.