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John A. "Jack" Griffin Jr.

John A. "Jack" Griffin Jr. obituary, Brookfield, WI

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John Griffin Obituary

Griffin, John A. Jr. "Jack" Who founded Jack Griffin Ford, Waukesha, WI, 50 years ago, found Eternal Peace on Friday, September 3, 2010, at home, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Mannion), for 58 years. Loving father of Terese (David) Griffin-Groebe, James (Kristie) Griffin, Margaret (Bernard) Hincks, John A. (Corrine) Griffin III, Mary (John) Griffin-Komp, Sharon (Michael) Pilgrim, and the late Robert and Amy Griffin. Proud grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of 2. Dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews. Jack was an entrepreneur that loved the car business. He loved buying and selling cars and parts. He found his passion at the dealership where his staff knew and loved him. Jack served on both the Ford Dealer's Advertising Board and on the Wisconsin Automobile Dealer Truck Association. Throughout his career, he was frequently recognized and won many awards. Visitation Monday, September 6, 3:00PM-9:00PM, at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453. Visitation Tuesday, September 7, 3:00PM-8:00PM, at Becker-Ritter Funeral Home, 14075 W. North Avenue, Brookfield, WI 53005. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, 11AM, at St. John Neumann Parish (2400 W. State Road 59) Waukesha, followed by graveside services at St. Joseph's Cemetery.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Sep. 6 to Sep. 8, 2010.

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Barry Zellmer

September 8, 2010

My condolences to the Griffin family, Jack was a great owner.

Yvonne Stewart

September 7, 2010

I am sorry for your loss on Grandpa, Father and husband. He left a legacy behind that is for sure!! BOB and Yvonne Stewart

September 7, 2010

Marge and the entire Griffin family:
We were sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I always held Jack in the highest regard. I had a great deal of respect for him and thought of him often after leaving Waukesha. I will always remember the kindness he showed me. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Jim and Mauretta Sanford

Patti Jo Ellner

September 7, 2010

Jim,Kristie,John,Cory,Emily and Family, our deepest sympathy to you all...someone once said, "When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure" Keep those memories close to your heart...
Patti Jo and Kevin Ellner

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