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Maurice Granfield Obituary
1952 - 2014
Springfield
Maurice J. "Moss" Granfield Jr., 61, passed away Thursday in St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. He was born March 9, 1952 to the late Maurice and Dorothy "Rita" (Flanagan) Granfield, Sr. Moss graduated from Cathedral High School in 1970 and received his MBA from UMass in accounting and also graduated from Western New England School of Law in 1987. He worked for over 20 years at UMass Medical School and later at Holyoke Medical Center as a corporate compliance officer. Moss was active in local politics and was a member of the Springfield Elks Lodge #61, Holyoke Parade Committee, National Assn. of Internal Auditors, Sacred Heart Parish Committee and served as a Police Commissioner under former Mayor Mary Hurley. He leaves a son; Maurice "Mossey" J. Granfield, III and his wife Jen of Quincy, MA, and daughter Dr. Annie Granfield of Providence, RI. Funeral Services will be held TUESDAY 9:15 from the SAMPSON'S CHAPEL OF THE ACRES FUNERAL HOME, 21 Tinkham Rd., followed by a 11 AM Liturgy of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church, 395 Chestnut St., Spfld. Burial will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, 1601 State St., Spfld. Calling Hours will be held MONDAY from 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.
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January 13, 2014
Dear Annie and Mossey,
Ralph and I were very saddened to here of your dad's passing. As a fellow graduate of the Cathedral class of '70 and next door neighbor to your dad, and working with him on political committees, I know what a man of integrity he was. He was a great neighbor and we have missed him since he moved from California Avenue. May he rest in the peace of Christ and may you take comfort in your memories of him.
In sympathy,
Rosanne and Ralph Stirlacci
Amanda Franklin
January 13, 2014
Mossey and Annie, I know you hae heard this many times, but your Dad was SOOO proud of your accomplishments! I worked with him at Holyoke Medical Center and not a week went by without him telling me of your accomplishments. I really enjoyed working with him and maintained contact with him after I left HMC. Between his puppies and his two kids....that was his life. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lisa (Scanlon) McDonnell
January 12, 2014
Moss and Annie, when I was told today my heart broke. Your Dad was one of my best and devoted friend I've had. We had our moments we didn't agree but quickly moved on but even not on the same side we stood side by side which goes to show you the best person and so few of them. Annie he was so proud of you the most important and best of his life was you and your brother. Moss he was so happy you found your direction and then such a wonderful woman to share your life with. You need to know your father really spoke more of what you were up to than of his illness. He worried more my mine than his! He was a true friend I will miss every holiday a chair will always be set for him, Uncle Ed,Mom ( Mary) and of course Kayla broken too. If there ever is anything we can do don't hesitate to ask. Mossy but a good work up there I'll miss you....Lisa
Geraldine Foley
January 12, 2014
I remember Mossey from the St. Patricks' Day Parade Committee in Springfield. He was a great guy and very respected. He was a great friend.
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January 12, 2014
Moss was one of the finest people I have ever known. May he rest in peace.
Judy Bolger Ruhlig
Joe Assad
January 11, 2014
He was a good man that had a positive influence on many lives. Father of two wonderful kids that I'm sure he is very proud to call his children. He is now in a better place watching over us all. Rest in peace.
John Zebb
January 11, 2014
Annie and Mossey,
I was very saddened to hear of your father's passing. I have known Moss since the days of Holy Cross Grammar School. At UMASS we had a lot of fun talking about jazz, literature and all things political.
I never met anyone more proud of his children's accomplishments than your dad.
Best regards.
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