Danielle Kaye Griffith

Danielle Kaye Griffith obituary, North Canton, OH

Danielle Kaye Griffith

Danielle Griffith Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 14, 2024.
Danielle Kaye Griffith, Age 47, of Canton, OH, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
Danielle was born March 31, 1977 in Canton, OH, the daughter of David Griffith and Kathye Griffith (now Schafer). She attended Plain Local Schools in Canton, OH and graduated in 1995 from Job Corp.
Remaining to cherish Danielle's memory are son, Jalen (Dymond, Jonah and Jayden) Griffith; parents, Kathye (Stanley) Schafer and David (Natasha) Griffith; grandmother, Kaye Griffith; sister, Heather (Robert) Broadsword; nephew and niece, Paul Webb II and Taylor Webb; longtime companion David "Doc" Williams; best friends, Kelly (Luis) Leon and Jenn Sparrow; "brother", James (Joyce) Merten; and many other family members and friends. Danielle was also godmother to David Mobley and Chloe Sparrow.
Preceding Danielle in death are maternal grandparents, Glen and Barbara Pont; paternal grandfather, Wilbur Griffith; paternal grandmother, Vivian Griffith; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Danielle was also proceeded in death by her best friend and protector, her service dog Aries.
Despite lifelong health issues, Danielle had a smile that lit up a room and she was the life of the party. Her sense of humor was infectious, especially when telling her "Dad" jokes. She dedicated much of her life to her son, family, and friends. Her departure has left an irreplaceable void in all the lives she has touched.
Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Reed Funeral Home North Canton Chapel, 801 Pittsburg Ave NW, North Canton; and on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 735 Easthill St SE, North Canton. A service, officiated by Bishop Gary Fry, will follow at 11:00 AM. She will be laid to rest at Henry Warstler Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Danielle's name to Epilepsy Foundation of America. Please visit www.reedfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.
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