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Edward Griglock Obituary
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of Edward Griglock and Valerie Marriggi Griglock. He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School, where he served as president of the Honor Society. He continued his education, earning a post-graduate degree from Temple University School of Pharmacy, where he also served as president of the Kappa Psi Beta Omega Pharmacy Chapter. He was a pharmacist at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton, where he met the love of his life, Dawn, who soon became his wife. The couple are the very proud parents of a baby girl, Emma Rose, 6 months.
He was a historian of the Civil War, and loved the Beatles. An accomplished musician, his collection of guitars was only outnumbered by Gettysburg artifacts. He was an insatiable reader, and had a lifelong passion for the Boston Red Sox, Notre Dame football, his family dogs and the music group Kiss. He never did anything halfway. He was all-in. His greatest times in life were when he was surrounded by family, especially holidays at Auntie's house. Family meant everything to him. He was a man of great faith. His earliest days found him serving as an altar boy at his family's parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Pittston. The family has remained devoted to Our Lady of Mount Carmel and would like to thank the Rev. Paul McDonnell, Monsignor David Tressler, the Rev. Thomas Muldowney and the Rev. Joe Sibilano for a lifetime of spiritual care.
The family would like to express deepest gratitude to Dr. James Sheerer, Dr. Kenneth Gentilezza, the staff at Moses Taylor Hospital and Allied Rehabilitation at Moses Taylor Hospital. And a special thanks to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart.
Also surviving are a sister, Jennifer Griglock Haggerty; brother-in-law, Kevin Haggerty; and godson, Kevin Haggerty, Dunmore; godparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Trottini, Exeter; godson, Robbie Trottini, West Wyoming; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Marriggi, Pittston; and paternal grandfather, Edward Griglock, Pittston; in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Arcuri, Clarks Summit; brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Arcuri; and nephews, Joseph and Richard Jr., Scranton; brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Arcuri, Tallahassee, Fla.; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by paternal grandmother, Mary Griglock.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, 10 a.m., at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 237 William St., Pittston.
Friends may call Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 8 at the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Ave., West Pittston.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Edward Griglock Memorial Fund at Fidelity Bank, 338 N. Washington Ave., #101, Scranton, PA 18503, for a scholarship toward the education of daughter, Emma.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Griglock
Chuck & Marilyn DeLutis
May 7, 2020
Eddie was like a son to us and lived with us for a period of time after graduation from College. We enjoyed his sense of humor and his pleasant demeanor. We debated about Yankees vs Red Sox and both loved our Fighting Irish, Chiefs and obscure shows on TRU TV! We enjoyed competing in the batting cages, and I particularly enjoyed hearing about his exploits with his friends. He was such .... A GOOD PERSON. I truly miss our late night texts and our constant laughter about just about anything. He grew into a wonderful husband, father and business professional which made us so proud. He enjoyed joking with his Aunt Marilyn and his job. We miss him, we really do.
Joe Sopp
June 13, 2012
June 13, 2012
Val, just learned of the passing of your beloved son, Ed. My most sincere sympathy to you and your entire family. God bless!
justine borino
May 23, 2012
Griglock family,Thinking of you with the loss of Ed.Truly a good soul taken too soon.May your faith & memories bring comfort. Jim & Justine Borino
Lisa
May 18, 2012
Rest in peace, Eddie. I will always remember your smiling face.
Audra Sciandra Kiefer
May 18, 2012
To Eddie's Family, Our hearts are breaking for all of you...
Antonia Musto
May 18, 2012
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mr. Biagio Musto and Family
May 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marcia McCarroll
May 18, 2012
I am shocked and my heart saddened by the news of Ed's passing. We attended the same pharmacy school and worked together at Merck Medco. He was a wonderful friend who always had everyone laughing. We shared so many great memories and he was a supportive friend during my difficult times over the last couple years. He truly was one-of-a kind and I will miss him dearly. My condolences to all Ed's family and friends.
Susie McHugh
May 17, 2012
Dawn, I heard from Matt about the loss of your husband and I read his beautiful obituary. I just remember you as a young beautiful girl but my heart aches for your loss and Ed sounds like such an exceptional man. My prayers go out to you and Emma. God bless you and give you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Debbie Reichow
May 17, 2012
Dawn,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Emma at this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort always.
Chris Sheerer
May 17, 2012
I am deeply saddened by Ed's passing. I haven't seen him since we were teenagers, but I'll always remember that he had one of the most positive attitudes I've ever seen. He was always smiling and always friendly. He was a very talented young man and he left us way too soon. I give my deepest condolences to Ed's family and friends.
Joe Griglock
May 17, 2012
Our hearts go out to you in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Sileo
May 17, 2012
Dear Kevin and Jennifer,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
AM McCarthy
May 17, 2012
Our prays and love, Are with you at this hour of sadeness. May God be with you, God Bless
May 17, 2012
Dear Jennifer and family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Please know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sal and Barb Sciandra
Gary Patackas
May 17, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Ed was truly an amazing and talented person. I had the pleasure of working, hanging out, playing music, and sharing many great conversations and hard laughs with him. May God comfort you in these hard times, and Ed be in total peace.
Tara Towers
May 17, 2012
I knew Ed back from the "H burg" days (as he used to call it) We had spent many nights watching him sing and play guitar, even had the opportunity to "sing" background on his Christmas album with his friends. He was always making us laugh or Enjoying some deep conversations. It was my pleasure to have met him and he will be missed..but the many memories will live on in our hearts. Prayers to his entire family and friends as we say goodbye...
May 17, 2012
Dear Valerie and family. I'm so sorry for your loss.My prayers are with all of you.Donna R. Bobbouine,Pittston,Pa.
Colleen Shotwell
May 17, 2012
Griglock Family,
I am deeply saddened for you loss. I fondly remember Eddie for his contagious smile, his brilliance, and his larger than life personality. He was a genuine, respectable, talented man that was adored by all that knew him. Although his life was short lived it is beautiful to see that he left his family with the most amazing gift....a baby girl. I know you will always be able to see Ed through Emma's eyes. May god bless you.
Carol Weisenfluh
May 16, 2012
Dawn, My heart is heavy with the passing of Ed. I wish I had the opportunity to meet him earlier. I could tell by the units fondness of him that he was very special and well loved. Apologies that I was unable to attend this evening. My prayers are with you and your families.
Gino & Ann Arcurie, Jr.
May 16, 2012
Dawn, our most deepest condolences on your loss. We never met Ed but what it sounds like from what I am reading here he was a wonderful man that will be sorely missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in this time of need.
NICOLE MECADON
May 16, 2012
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO EDDIES FAMILY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU, EDDIE WAS A FANTASTIC GUY WHO WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN..
May 16, 2012
I am so sory for your loss Dawn, and am thinking of you, off and on throughout the day, I am praying for all of you as I have over the past weeks and months. May you have grace and strength and courage as you go forth from this time in your life. You are quite a lady, and I admire the way you hve handled the things that have happened in your life over the past 18 months. God Bless. Diane Moolick
Judy Perles -Klosko
May 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Eddies wife, daughter and family at this time. The nice thought is that we have a wonderful angel looking over us now. Eddie, you will be missed
May 16, 2012
Deepest condolences. He will be in my prayers.
Jack and Marion Tetlak
May 16, 2012
Ed and Valerie,
So sorry for your loss. I want you to know that your son was one of the best students with whom I have ever come in contact. It was always a pleasure and a fun time speaking to him.
Penny Arnett
May 16, 2012
Valorie, Our deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of yor son. Our family have been praying for him and you throughout. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this week and the immediate future. Andrea, Jay and I offer our prayers and thoughts and we are sorry we cannot be with you in person.
Penny, Jay and Andrea Arnett and the staff of ADC.
Chris and Jen Paris
May 16, 2012
Dear Dawn,
We were so sorry to hear about Ed. Please know that you, Emma, and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Chris and Jen Paris
May 16, 2012
Eddie was the finest Jenkins Twp Boy ever produced. I am so sorry for your loss, he was an amazing man.
May 16, 2012
Dawn,
We were privileged and proud to have lived with Eddie for months in our home and were equally proud and privileged to have shared a weekend with you and Eddie. We will always remember these times.
We loved him like a son and Tiffany adored him like a brother. As a couple, you two were a match made in heaven ----attractive, smart, loving, kind, humble, talented.
Even towards the end, when you and Emma entered a room, he lit up...so beautiful to see!
Football season will never be the same for Uncle Chuck without Eddie's text massages!
Love,
Uncle Chuck, Aunt Marilyn & Dr. Tiffany
Debbie Filer
May 16, 2012
With sincere sympathy and condolences to Dawn, Emma and the rest of the family. Although Ed is gone from your sight,know that he will live on thru your hearts,souls and memories. You now have another angel to watch over you.
Trattoria Bella
May 15, 2012
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your devoted husband, son, grandson, father, brother, and friend. It was always a pleasure to see your family in our restaurant. Glad we had the pleasure of knowing Ed. God bless and we will keep you all in our prayers.
Michael and Theresa Lukus
May 15, 2012
Our sympathies to the Griglock family - we were neighbors in Port Griffith when our children were young -
Mike and Shayla O'Hora
May 15, 2012
Dawn, Emma Rose and the entire Griglock family, we are so sorry for your loss and have no words to describe the deep sympathy that we feel for you. Please know that you can call me for anything anytime! Dawn, you will always be one of my dearest friends and we are here for you!
May 15, 2012
I do not know this family , but after reading about this young man, I want to extend my sympathies to his family and young daughter. May God comfort all of you during this very difficult time and know that I will keep you in my prayers.
Jacque Schultz
May 15, 2012
Where to begin to express the sadness I feel for the loss of Ed. He touched many lives in his short life.I will miss his smile , his humor, his wisdom. His enthusiasm for music but mostly I will miss the way he looked when he talked about his wife,his daughter and his family.He loved them very much. Your illness took you away from us but you will forever live within us. Til we meet again.xxoo
Destyne (Baum) Fino
May 15, 2012
Jennifer,
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. You will always be in my prayers.
Jim Taylor
May 15, 2012
I worked with Eddie at Merck-Medco almost 10 years ago. He was a great to work with and had a great sense of humor. I was glad to have had the opportunity to get to know him. My prayers go out to his family.
Paul Moran
May 15, 2012
Dawn, Emma, and Ed's Parents and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories as a coworker and friend at Eckerd Pharmacy in Camp Hill. Ed always could make you smile through a joke or with his musical talents. I remember being at a very elegant party one time, and he sang a duet "Beth" by Kiss and I played the melody on a grand piano. We went to many open mic nights to see Ed play and sing and enjoyed good times together in Harrisburg. Please find comfort in your memories and know that he will not be forgotten.
Nichole Murray-Scarantino
May 15, 2012
Dawn, Emma & extended family, I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one.He may be gone in person, but in spirit he is not. God Bless you all. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Love
Scarantino Family
Matt & Leanne (Rudolph) Migliore
May 15, 2012
Dawn, my heart is aching for you. There are no words to express how very sorry I am for your loss. You, Emma, and your families are in our thoughts & prayers.
Frank & Ann Marie Sciabacucchi
May 15, 2012
Valerie and Ed,
Our memories of Eddie are serving Sunday mass at Mt. Carmel.Our sons were a few years younger than Eddie and he was a perfect role model for them to emulate when they began to serve.
Our deepest sympathies to you and your families at this very sad time.
Denise Olewnik
May 15, 2012
I may have only known you for a year, but I will be forever grateful for having the oppertunity to have met Chris's BEST FRIEND. I cherish those times that we did get to spend time with eachother, especially at Jhons! Chris is constantly telling me stories, quoting your favorite movies, having me listen to your favorie songs, and I love every moment of it. Thank you for making him a "good man", he admired you, loved you and will continue to look to you in the future! Dawn, Emma and your family are in my prayers.
Love,
Denise
May 15, 2012
To Mrs. Haggerty,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will remember you and your family in our prayers.
Love, Jack and Luke Bender 3rd and 2nd grade
May 15, 2012
To Dawn,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. To Emma, that beautiful smile of yours is sure to brighten up Mommy's days. Keep it up! We love you!
A Bright Future Learning Center Staff
James Albert
May 15, 2012
I first met Eddie when he was probably in kindergarten with my brother Tim. I feel like I watched him grow up through Jenkins Twp. Little League, Pittston Area and Temple into a successful family man. Later, I kept track of his successes through my updates from his cousin Rob Trottini. I never heard him utter a negative word and he always had a smile on his face. My condolences to his entire family and especially his wife and daughter. The music in heaven has just gotten more interesting.
Major Frank Paris
May 15, 2012
Dawn & Family
My sincere condolances. May GOD give you the courage and strength to go foward.
Unk Frank
Kathy Uher
May 15, 2012
Ed, I am proud to say I knew you, and you will live on in your beautiful baby girl, Emma. And yes, Ed she does look just like her daddy. Dawn, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lucinda Mikus
May 15, 2012
So sorry to hear about a loss of a fellow classmate so young in life. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family <3
Jim Finan
May 15, 2012
Dawn, and family members;
I only knew Ed a short time. But, as said, he was an all in person. He was a very interesting and interested young man. I sat with him several times and discussed Gettysburg, Antietam, Chattanooga and other Civil War battles. His knowledge amazed me. I am deeply saddened by Ed's passing.
May 15, 2012
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE GRIGLOCK FAMILY. SUCH A YOUNG LIFE TAKEN WAY TO SOON!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!
Andy&Lois Mallick
May 15, 2012
Dear Dawn, Words seem so inadequate, but please know these are very sincere, we are very sad about Ed. He seemed to be a great person & you looked so happy when we saw you together. Your daughter is very fortunate to have you for a Mom & your family to love her. Our deep sympathy to Ed's parents & family.
We love you, "Uncle Andy & "Aunt" Lois
Jane Werner
May 15, 2012
My sincere condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold your hearts in His to help you all get through your time of sorrow. God Bless.
Maureen Madden
May 15, 2012
We are saddened by your loss. May the memories of his wonderful life and the thought that he is no longer suffering give you some measure of comfort. The Griglock's and Haggerty's are in our prayers. God Bless,
Roy Ramos and Maureen Madden
Renee Jones
May 15, 2012
I haven't seen Ed in many years and was truly saddened to hear the news. He was one of the nicest guys I've ever known and I will always remember his smile. I am truly sorry for your loss. May God Bless his entire family and friends.
May 15, 2012
Mr and Mrs Griglock I am so sorry for your loss. I know I havent seen you in years since I was the manager at Coopers but I thought of you often. I will be praying for your family during this difficult time. In prayers and sympathy. Sheileen Rickaby
Linda Bartuska-Cortes
May 15, 2012
Eddie, there are no words for the sadness we are all sharing right now. You were an incredible guy and an incredible friend to so many of us at different times in our lives. You really knew how to get anyone laughing, that's what I'll remember most. I glad I have a dvd of our senior year pep rally you mc'd...every so often when I want to remember your silliness, I'll be sure to watch. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family, especially your stunning wife and daughter. I am honored to have known you...RIP, my friend.
Allison Murray
May 15, 2012
My prayers go out to your entire family. I never had the pleasure of knowing Ed but knew of him through a friend. I keep all of you in my prayers during this sad time. My family recently lost a loved one to this same illness and our hearts are with you always.
Amy Lamm
May 15, 2012
My deepest condolences for entire family, may God bless you all with peace and love and the ability to heal. May you rest in peace Ed with no more pain, Dawn and Emma we are here for you all.
Marc Williams
May 15, 2012
To, all of Ed's family and friends.. I 'm so sorry for your loss.. Ed was an amazing guy. I consider myself lucky to have known him.
Angela Walter
May 15, 2012
I was so sorry in hearing of the passing of Ed. I had the pleasure of working with him at Moses until I left. He was a fun down to earth guy. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dawn and his family!
Sheila Ford
May 15, 2012
To the family of Ed, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sherri Conrad Matus
May 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ed is a great guy who will be missed by many. Our fun times in pharmacy school will never be forgotten.
Michael Hessmiller
May 15, 2012
Very sorry for your loss.Ed and I worked together at Moses Taylor Pharmacy.He was part of a great extended family. When we worked together we would talk alot about politics and finances.He was always very helpful and had a big heart.He was very funny at times. I would work with him and another pharmacist named Ralph and listening to them was hilarious.He will be greatly missed.
PA State Constable Col. Bill Dillon and family
May 15, 2012
May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten...and may he rest in peace in the hands of GOD.
MaryAnn Augustine
May 14, 2012
We just found out about Ed, our prayers are with your family. If there is anything that we could do to help, please let Jennifer call. Marla and Marjo called and send their love. Kenny, MaryAnn Augustine
Lori Nozzi
May 13, 2012
Miss you, Ed. My prayers are with all of you.
Lori Nozzi
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