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Lee Griswold Obituary
January 3, 1930
January 31, 2014
A third generation Nevadan, born to Thomas and Coralee (Harbin) Griswold. Lee spent most of his adult life in Eureka and Carlin, working in agriculture or ag-related fields and retiring from the Nevada Division of Forestry in 1995.
Lee married Patricia J. Aiazzi in Carlin on Sept 12, 1949.
He is survived by his wife, and six children who were his pride and joy: Michel (Pam), Richard (Madeline), Steven (Roberta), Timothy (Judy), Coralee (Don Miller), and Thomas (Diane) Griswold, 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren, his faithful dog, Willie; sister-in-law, Helen Griswold and his brother-in-law, George Aiazzi. He was mentor to many, but held special his brother-in-law, Stan Aiazzi, who also survives.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a. m. on Feb. 8, 2014 at Burns Funeral Home, Elko under the direction of the Nevada Masonic Lodge, a Celebration of Life will follow the services.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
March 15, 2017
May the powerful words written in the bible be able to touch your heart during these emotional and painful moments. Matthew 5:4 reads.. "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted." May the father of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to ease the sorrow of your broken heart.
February 11, 2014
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Lee was always so special to Don and me for getting our lodge building built.
My love to you and your family.
Virginia Hines
Nick Patras
February 7, 2014
Rest Well, my fraternal Brother....rest well
Pete & Carol Bigrigg
February 5, 2014
Sorry to hear of Lee's passing. He was a great guy to work with and a true professional. My prayers go to the Griswold family at this sad time.
Barbara & Alan Kightlinger
February 4, 2014
Our love, prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Ryanne Walther
February 4, 2014
You will be missed
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