Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Harvey O. Griffith, Jr.
Harvey O. Griffith, Jr.
Obituary
Guest Book
Harvey Griffith, Jr. Obituary
Harvey O. Griffith, Jr., age 64, passed away May 26, 2025. He was born in Chicago, IL on November 24, 1960 to Harvey and Yvonne Griffith, Sr. Harvey was an avid basketball player in High School and College. Harvey had a no-nonsense attitude; he was always there for everyone. He was a loving friend, and he loved his family dearly.
Harvey is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Tim Griffith, Tyler Griffith, Erlicia (Justin) Matthews, Wesley (Chloe) Griffith, Daniel (Kailaya) Griffith and Jacob Griffith; grandchildren, Journie, Unity and soon to arrive Aria; sister, Cynthia (Earl) Merritt, brother, Robert Griffith and sister, Yolanda Griffith and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathy Johnson.
A celebration of Harvey’s life will be held at a later date, please check back for further details for a date, place and times.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
132 Fremont Street, West Chicago, IL 60185
People and places connected with Harvey
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Harvey Griffith, Jr.
Tell your own story about Harvey
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in Harvey Griffith, Jr.'s name
How to support Harvey's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Harvey Griffith, Jr.'s life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
