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John Grigg Obituary
John Wesley Grigg, Jr., born in Philadelphia, PA, on October 19, 1924, passed away on December 22, 2011. He was a WWII Veteran, serving his country as a Coxswain commanding a J Boat, and enjoyed volunteering at area hospitals, spending quality time with his family, helping people, and playing scrabble with his wife. Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Jean M. Grigg; daughters, Judith Goldberg and husband Melvin of Huntington Beach, CA, Debbie Morikawa and husband Steve, of Cloverdale, CA, Karen King and husband James, of Bethlehem, PA, Linda Grigg, of Bethlehem, PA, and Rebecca Cserpnyak of Coplay, PA; sons, John W. Grigg III of Bethlehem, PA, and Benjamin Grigg and wife Beth, of Allentown, PA; also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Services: We held private at the convenience of the family. Auer Cremation Services Inc. handled the arrangements. Contributions: May be made to Good Shepherd Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Grigg
Cindy & Fred Durham
January 3, 2012
Dear Linda,
Fred and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your Father. Though I only remember meeting him once, I recall him as a very kind and pleasant man. We hope your memories of happier times with him will sustain you as sadness turns to peace in your heart.
Be well.
Liz & Gary Mann
December 29, 2011
Linda and family,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Father. May the many wonderful memories you shared help bring you some comfort.
Cas Riepensell
December 29, 2011
Dear Linda and Family: My sincerest sorrow for the loss of John, dad, spouse, grandfather. Because I know you well Linda, I know the pain you must feel. Hold on to those memories for now and know that someday you will once again smile because of the memories.
Andy Kelhart
December 29, 2011
Linda and Grigg Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hold fast to each other as God surrounds you. Peace be with you.
December 29, 2011
Dear Debbie,
My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Judy Knauss Roman
Linda Sheriff
December 29, 2011
Linda and Grigg Family
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time..
Sue Speicher
December 29, 2011
Linda and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hold onto your memories of happier days... they will see you through this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
John & Patty Paukovits
December 29, 2011
Linda, Becky & entire Grigg family,
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Keep those treasures close to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jane Minnich
December 29, 2011
Debbie,
Our deepest sympathy to you, Heather, and your families.
Love,
Greg and Jane
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