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Mark Griffith Obituary
Mark was the owner of Opportunity Knocks Door Co. which he founded in 2000. He was a member of Damascus Friends Church, a member of the Damascus Park Board, and a proud 1981 West Branch graduate. Mark enjoyed golfing, fishing, and visiting national parks. He was a former coach of Little Warriors basketball and youth baseball coach. He loved attending his children's sports events and spending time with his grandchildren.
Besides his father, James, Mark also leaves behind his wife, Dawn (Kelly) Griffith, whom he married September 30, 1989; children, Hannah (Nate) Malmsberry, Jacob (Lauren) Griffith and Emma (Derek) Rine; seven grandchildren, Russell, Hazel, Henry, Weston, Ivy, Theodore and Ellis, and two sisters, Diane Griffith and Marlene (Griffith) Shapira.
Calling hours will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Damascus Friends Church.
The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the church with Pastor John Ryser officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Damascus Friends Church, P.O. Box 205., Damascus, OH 44619 or the Damascus Community Center Park, P.O. Box 112, Damascus, OH 44619.
If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary "Hugs from Home" program at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home.
Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
3
Calling hours
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Damascus Friends Church
28857 Walnut Street, Damascus, OH 44619
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
4
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Damascus Friends Church
28857 Walnut Street, Damascus, OH 44619
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation ServicesOnly 1 day left for delivery to next service.