Charles Griffith

1945 - 2021

Griffith
Charles "Chuck" Lynn Griffith passed away on April 23, 2021 at the age of 75 due to complications of Parkinson's disease. Chuck was born November 29, 1945 in Pasadena, California, the son of Robert and Ione Griffith. He graduated from Ribault High School in 1963 and became a National Accounts Manager before retiring from AT&T in 1989. Afterwards he took on a similar position with Sprint for five years. He was an avid Florida Gators fan. Chuck's drive and perseverance helped him to become a black belt in Tang Soo Do karate and to finish races which included the River Run and the Disney Half Marathon. He rescued several cats and dogs. He loved to play golf, fish for bass in the river and surf fish for whiting at Hanna Park. He also loved to hike, mountain bike and NASCAR. Chuck had an artistic eye and, along with his handyman skills and ability to visualize, created a beautiful home for his wife of 32 years, Stephanie. Chuck is survived by his brother Dennis (Rita), son Vince (Kellie), and daughters Julie Stanton (Brad) and Angie Byerly, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Chuck was a great dancer and a gifted musician playing in the Ribault High School band. Chuck also sang in Ribault's chorus and later worked as minister of music in many local churches. In 1980, Chuck became the founding director of the Big Orange Barbershop Chorus. He produced, choreographed and directed many shows at local venues. The Big O won SPEBSQSA state competitions and competed in international contests.
A Celebration of Life will be held on May 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL (904) 288-0025. hgmandarin.com.
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