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Glen Griffin Obituary
Girard, IL—Glen R. Griffin Jr., of Girard, Illinois, 50, passed away on March 25, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center due to complications from a surgical procedure.
Glen was born on May 6, 1969 in Taylorville, Illinois. He is the son of Glen R. Sr. and Sheryl (Durbin) Griffin. Glen graduated from Stonington High School in 1987 and attended Millikin University. He married Melissa A. Herron from Girard on January 17, 1998 in Stonington Illinois. He worked for the Illinois Secretary of State Office for over 20 years.
Glen always enjoyed outdoor activities. He was an avid gardener and his daughter adored spending time with her dad picking everything they could, particularly his famous tomatoes. Glen also treasured fishing with his children on a family pond. He was diehard New England Patriots fan and relished in a friendly rivalry with his wife every time the Patriots won. As a sports dad, Glen never missed watching his boys play JFL Big Red and Panther football. Though football was Glen's favorite sport, he treasured the time he spent coaching his sons in little league baseball. Most of all, Glen loved spending time with his family and was happy doing just that.
Mr. Griffin was preceded in death by his father Glen Sr. and his sister Penny Hopkins.
Glen is survived by his wife Melissa, sons Zachary and Andrew, and daughter Erin all of Girard; mother Sheryl Griffin of Taylorville; nephew Ryan Hopkins of Walworth, Wisconsin and great niece Penelope A. Currie of Crystal Lake, Illinois; niece Chelsea Hopkins of Round Lake, Illinois and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
As to not imposition friends and family, Glen's wishes are for no visitation. A dinner to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Airsman and Calvert are in charge of cremation rites.
Memorial Contributions may be made to: Seven County Kidney Fund 4940 KOA Road Rochester Illinois 62563-6116 or DaVita Central 600 N. Grand Ave. West, Springfield, Illinois 62702.
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Paige Hill
April 2, 2020
So sorry for your loss, Melissa and kids. You are in my thoughts.
MARCIE KUCHAR
April 1, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with Glen's family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with him and he was always such a nice guy. He was so knowledgeable and always willing to help. Rest in Peace Glen.
Beth & Dave Packer
April 1, 2020
Melissa and kids, Dave and I send our deepest sympathy to you all on Glens passing. He will be missed dearly. You all are in our prayers. May he Rest In Peace.
Christine Rigney
April 1, 2020
We will all miss you, Glen. You have been a good person who struggled with your health problems. You kept working hard in spite of this. I am so sorry for your family and send by thoughts and prayers.
Diane T. Maurer-Howard
March 31, 2020
So sad to hear the news of Glens passing. He was such a funny and nice guy. He will be sadly missed. Deepest condolences to his family. Rip buddy
Diane T. Maurer-Howard
March 31, 2020
So sad to hear the news of Glens passing. He was such a funny and nice guy. He will be sadly missed. Deepest condolences to his family. Rip buddy
Sharlyn Hubbs
March 31, 2020
Sorry for your loss and prayers to the family! Glen definitely is strong and determined man and he very nice. He will be missed.
Sally Giarrante-Ohl
March 31, 2020
Prayers for Glens Family. I worked with Glen many years ago at the Howlett bldg, and at Dirksen He was very nice and always very helpful RIP Glen. You will be missed.
Brenda Cheffy
March 31, 2020
I worked with Glen at the Secretary of State and I have to say that he really was a joy to work with. Glen was very smart and always ready to help. He was my go to Guy for many years. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and I would like to extend my sympathy to his family.
Melissa Kleingartner
March 31, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Glen was always a kind man and determined to help at work. Prayers to the family.
Sandra Boyer
March 31, 2020
I worked with Glen for many years.You fought it hard for many years.Condolences to his family.Rest in peace my friend.
Carolyn Alzugaray
March 31, 2020
I have worked with Glenn for many years. I'm saddened by his loss. Prayers for his family for comfort at this time and the coming days. He will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Carolyn Alzugaray
Tami Sparrow
March 31, 2020
Oh Wow hated to see this I worked with Glen at Secretary of State. Very nice polite man R.I.P. Glen Prayers for family.
Terri Walker
March 30, 2020
I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Glen's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.I remember meeting Glen for the first time, him in that white t-shirt, didn't take long for him and Melissa to fall in love and make a beautiful family.I know your so thankful for the years you had together.I pray for Gods strength. Love you,Terri Walker
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