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Kathleen Anne Griffin

FUNERAL HOME

McVeigh Funeral Home

208 North Allen Street

Albany, New York

Kathleen Griffin Obituary

Griffin, Kathleen Anne ALBANY Kathleen Anne Griffin, 55, died Saturday, May 9, 2009 at her sister's home surrounded by her family. Born in Albany, Kathleen was the daughter of the late Gerald J. and Marianne Cronin Griffin, both of whom died in 2002. Kathleen was a 1971 graduate of the Academy of the Holy Names, and in 1975 graduated from the New York State College at Oneonta. She was employed the past 30 years by New York State, most recently as director of financial administration for NYS Workers' Compensation board. Kathleen was a patron of our local community theaters. She was the sister of Margaret A. Griffin of Cohoes, Gerald J. Griffin III and Carol Barnum of Red Hook, N.Y., Maureen A. Griffin and Gary Newell of Reston, Va., James Griffin and Catherine of Pittstown, and Michael J. Griffin and Love of Hornell, N.Y.; aunt of Michael, Bridget, Molly, Brendan, Sean, Dylan, Conner and Maggie Rose. Funeral services Friday at 9:00 a.m. from the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Latham at 10:00 a.m., where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those wishing to remember Kathleen in a special way may send a contribution to the Academy of the Holy Names, 1073 New Scotland Road, Albany, NY 12208 or the Regional Food Bank, 965 Albany Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110.

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Published by Albany Times Union from May 12 to May 14, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Griffin

17 Entries

Marsha Orndorff

May 7, 2020

Time is fleeting, but memories last a lifetime for those who have touched many lives. Whenever I hear her name and reflect back to my time at the Board, I remember Kathy and all she was to so many. Remembering Kathy in my prayers today.

May 14, 2009

To Kathy's Family and Friends,

Kathy was a sweet, kind-hearted woman. We will miss our "driveway talks" with her. May you find comfort knowing she is in our Lord's loving arms.

The Jerkins Family
Her neighbors and friends at 21

Fran Nesi

May 14, 2009

I wish to send my deepest sympathies to Kathy's family, friends and co-workers. I worked at the WCB in NYC for 18 years (left in 1995). I knew and worked with Kathy for most of that time. She was a highly dedicated person and very intense about her work. Over the years we also became personal friends and spent some time together in NYC and at the Jersey Shore. I have some very good memories. It's a terrible loss.

Wayne & Kathy Knapp

May 14, 2009

Gerry, our condolences to you and your family.

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May 14, 2009

To the family of Kathleen Anne Griffin:

I briefly worked with her at WCB; however, she displayed professionalism, compatence and ability to get the job done without further ado...she was one of the best subordinates to work with, it was my pleasure!

Jim & Cindy Fitzpatrick

May 13, 2009

Gerry & Family-

I'm truly sorry for your loss, and our condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Art & Patty Baker

May 13, 2009

Gerry & Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

Patty Vartigian

May 13, 2009

To the family of Kathy Griffin:

I wish to extend my sympathy to you on the lost of your sister. I worked in Kathy's Department at the Workers Comp Board for 7-1/2 years. She was a very dedicated and hard working employee.

My prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.

Debbie Britt

May 13, 2009

To Kathy's family and friends,
As a '71 graduate of Marylrose/Holy Names, I knew Kathy as a kind and joyful class member.
My prayers and warmest thoughts to you all,

Marsha Orndorff

May 12, 2009

To Kathy's Family and Devoted Friends,

I wish to extend my deepest sorrow to all those who loved Kathy. Kathy was a gentle woman whom I worked very closely with for ten years at the Workers' Compensation Board. I have been retired for nearly two years and just learned of her passing, as I am currently living in South Carolina.

I wish that I could have been in Albany these last two years so that I could in some small way make Kathy's journey to everlasting life with our Lord easier.

Kathy always listened patiently to anyone's issues and concerns, their needs for assistance and general frustrations that come with the difficult job of managing budgets and people.

Kathy was honest,persistent and hard working. She often worked ten or twelve hour days in order to complete a task or project promised to others. Kathy had a steady hand and a quiet auora of confidence. She was a humble, honorable and private person.

I will miss the twinkle in Kathy's eye and the knowing nod. Kathy was a dedicated and loyal professional and public servant. I, like many, will miss her.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Marsha Orndorff
Former Deputy Executive Director
NYS Workers' Compensation Board

Marjorie Havey

May 12, 2009

Peggy, Jerry,Maureen,Jim, Mike, and family,

Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. It is so sad to loose a sibling or friend at such a young age. We must remember the good times and vacations at Brant Lake. I have fond memories of Kathy with us in Auburn when she started her first New York State job in Geneva.

Marjorie (Mullins) Havey

Anne (Havey) Clark

May 12, 2009

Peggy,Jerry,Maureen,Jim,Mike,and Families
Even though expected in the near future, it was still shocking and terribly upsetting to hear about Kathy's death.
As I sit at the computer, trying to think of something comforting to say,I wonder who spilled something all over the keyboard. I realize (since I am the only one home and can't blame anyone but
myself) that it is my tears. Ok, so I dried off the keyboard, now I am still trying to find something comforting to say...... Kathy is one of those people that get a pass directly to heaven, do not pass go, don't collect $100.00 dollars, just open the gates. She was good even as a kid!
Even though we don't see each other as often as we would like, the feeling of deep friendship and love remains in all of our hearts. We will miss Kathy!
Love and Laughter, Anne

Deirdre McGoldrick

May 12, 2009

Maureen and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. She was a wonderful person. Easter won't be the same without her. I have many fond memories of ham and Easter bunnies and "Aunt Kathy". My thoughts are with you and your family.

Paul & Joan Jagielski

May 12, 2009

To the Griffin Children and Grandchildren:
We are so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. It was a shock, we had no idea she was ill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We miss the old neighborhood, and all the great Christmases we had together.

Kevin Dommer

May 12, 2009

Peg and Gerry,
While it has been many years since I have seen you or Kathy I was saddened when I read of her passing this morning. Many memories of good times came to mind.
I know what it is like to lose a loved one long before their time. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Esther Teller

May 12, 2009

Dear Peg, Mo, Jerry, Jim, Mike, sisters and brother-in-law, nieces and nephews,

Kathy (aka Griff-to distinguish between her and Kathy Pierone, another roommate), will remain a treasured friend always--way beyond the 37 years we've already shared. Mike, I only told you some of the special memories we have of her, Vicki Shellhammer (nee Fay) and I shared even more last night. I loved to make Kathy laugh, or sharpen her wit and tongue sharing a couple of beers. My only regret is that she didn't clue us in on what she was going through, but that was par for Kathy's course, I guess. I send sympathy to all of you, her loving family, and wish I could be there to see how all the nieces and nephews grew up. Bless Kathy's memory, and thank you all for sharing her with us. I will think of her in Heaven with your parents, whenever my daughter and I have a sub sandwich (your parents used to send them to us in the dorm freshman year when we were studying). I will honor her memory every time I look at her picture, or the photos she took on trips with me, and I will raise my glass (of beer) to her and say, "To Life!"

Lisa and Fanio Osorio

May 12, 2009

Jim,Cathy,Brendan,Sean and the entire Griffin Family,
Fanio and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you all - Kathy was a sweet soul, wonderful sister to you and aunt to her neices and nephews. The Griffin Family has been an inspiration to us throughout this, and unfortunately, other losses you have endured. The love and respect you have for each other are things that we hope help you through this difficult time. You all have shown us the true meaning of Family. I am sure Kathy felt the love you all have for her, throughout her journey with this horrible disease.You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

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