Obituaries

John G. Griffin, 72

January 09, 2017

John G. Griffin, 72, of Lancaster passed away Monday, January 9, 2017 at Conestoga View. He was born in New York, NY to the late Gerald and Evelyn (Goldsmith) Griffin. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Deborah (Hickey) Griffin.
John worked at WalMart, greeting guests as they arrived. He was a passionate collector of toy trucks and enjoyed steam trains and was a volunteer at Strasburg Railroad. He loved his dog, Hayden.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter: Deborah Benjamin, of Gap, PA. He is also survived by a granddaughter: Bridget Carter (Gary Carter, Jr.) of New Holland, PA; He is also survived by a great-granddaughter, Skylar Carter of New Holland, PA.
Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Conestoga View, 900 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 in John’s name.

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January 13, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Uncle John’s family.
Matt & Kathy
 

January 12, 2017

You were a good man, John.You were always nice to me from the moment I came into the family. You will be missed by me. I know you are with the Lord.
Jeff

January 12, 2017

I’m so sorry to learn of John’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy to Deb, Dee, Bridget and family. Vi Young

January 12, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle John. We pray that God will comfort as only he can.
Love,
June & Jerry

January 11, 2017

I am sorry for your loss.  John was a great man that I loved to talk to at the Diner.  My thoughts and prayers with Deb,  Dee and family

January 11, 2017

I’m so very sorry to hear of John’s sudden passing. Many prayers for healing and comfort for your family. 
Amy Bomboy

January 11, 2017

We had lots of laughs back in the day.John and Debbie were like family to me. My sympathy and Love to Debbie, Dee,Bridget, and Skylar❤️He was a good man and will be missed? Krissy Refford

January 11, 2017

Dad my heart breaks more and more everyday. I miss you so much! I can’t believe you are gone! I love you so much!

January 10, 2017

John, you were more of a brother to me than my own brother. For the past 45 years you had been a devoted husband to my sister. You always had a smile & a funny greeting for us. Thank you. Your warm heart & humor will be greatly missed in our lives. Until we meet again. ❤️ Love you, ~Tammy (& Jeff & Kelsey)

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