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Matthew Griffin Obituary
MANCHESTER -- Matthew R. Griffin Sr., 64, died Feb. 25, 2011, at Elliot Hospital.
He was born in Manchester, April 4, 1946, to Levi and Rachel (Gariepy) Griffin Sr.
He was a lifelong resident of the city.
He worked for Queen City Glass and Mirror for seven years, until his retirement. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and target shooting. He loved his wife, children and grandchildren.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving in Puerto Rico during the Vietnam War.
IN HIS LIFE: Family members include his wife of 40 years, Doris (Cusson) Griffin; a son, Matthew Griffin Jr., and his wife Katie of Hooksett; a daughter, Laura Schenker and her husband Anthony of Jacksonville, Fla.; seven grandchildren; a sister, Joyce Gosselin, and her husband Phil of Manchester; nephews, nieces and cousins.
SERVICES: A cemetery committal service with military honors is scheduled for this summer in the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen.
Memorial donations may be made to VNA of Manchester and Southern NH, 33 South Commercial St., Suite 401, Manchester, 03110.
Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Manchester, is in charge of arrangements (www.phaneuf.net).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
March 2, 2011
So sorry to hear about Matt Srs passing. Matt, I only met your parents a few times, but they have always stayed in my thoughts. You will be in my prayers.
Teri & George Hollingsworth
February 26, 2011
Matt sorry to hear about your Dad, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Moe & Charlotte guimond
Paulette Griffin
February 26, 2011
May you fine comfort in all the memories you have together. Your sister-in-law Paulette (Matt's brothers (levi's wife).
Will Cusson
February 26, 2011
We are very saddened by Matt's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Doris and the family. Willie & Linda
W & L CUSSON
February 26, 2011
We are so sorry and saddened by the passing of Matt. He was a wonderful brother in law and will surely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Doris and the family. Willie and Linda
suzanne lemire
February 26, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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