David R. Griscom

David R Griscom, 87, passed away on August 21, 2022. David was born in, Chester PA to Elmer and Ruth (Heal) Griscom. He spent his childhood in SE PA before moving to Highland, IN. He married Carol Irish on June 2, 1957, the same day they graduated from Purdue University. Dave and Carol raised their children, Leeanne (Patrick) Scribner, David C (Karla) Griscom and Susanne (James) Pelikan in Woodbury, NJ. Dave served on many community organizations including the Woodbury Presbyterian Church, the Woodbury School Board and Greenfields Swim Club. Dave worked for Mobil Oil Corp for over 40 years as an engineer. His work took him all over the world and he and Carol made their home everywhere from Beaumont TX, to Mobile, AL, Houston TX, Washington Crossing PA and many other locations. After Carols death in 2012, Dave enjoyed the company of his dear friend and companion, Berminna Solem. The two enjoyed living in Naples, FL and Mullica Hill, NJ. Together they enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. Dave is survived by his sisters Mary Lou Taylor and Virginia Doran, his children, 10 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by Berminna Solem and her three children; Ken (Kristin) Solem, Signe (Jay) Stubits, Jon Erik (Kim) Solem her 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Dave will be remembered by many friends and relatives for his ability to love, his sense of humor, and his stubborn refusal to grow old. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 3rd at Budd Funeral Home, Woodbury NJ. Visitation will begin at 10:00am with a service at 11:00am. A luncheon will follow at Riverwinds Restaurant, West Deptford, NJ. Memorial contributions are appreciated at GiGis Playhouse Milwaukee, 8685 N. Port Washington Rd, Fox Point, WI 53217 https://gigisplayhouse.org/milwaukee/ Budd Funeral Home 522 Salem Ave, Woodbury, NJ 08096 (856) 845-1310