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Ronald L. Griffith, 78

August 29, 2013

Ronald L. Griffith, 78, of Akron passed away Thursday, August 29, 2013 in Lancaster. Born in West Reading, PA he was the son of the late Leon Griffith and Helen (Johnston) and James Owens.

Ronald was a 1952 Wilson High School graduate, a 1956 Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy, and a 1971 Penn State graduate with a Master’s of Business Administration. While attending Penn State, Ron was a basketball letterman and chapter president of Alpha Chi Rho. He was a proud alumnus and made substantial contributions to the University. He was an ardent fan of all Penn State sports programs, a Football season ticket holder for three decades and an avid PSU tailgater. Ron worked for Burnham Holdings for over two decades, retiring as Chief Financial Officer and Executive VP of Finance.

He was an active member of the Lancaster Rotary club and volunteered for Junior Achievement of Central PA. He served as a past president and board member of the Lancaster Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was a longtime member of Leola United Methodist Church where he served as a past treasurer.

Ron was an AFROTC cadet and proudly served as an officer in the US Air Force from 1957-1960, including a year stationed at Thule AFB, Greenland.

He is survived by his children, Tamie L. Leahy, of Wilmington, DE, Steven R. Griffith (Ann Chisholm) of Newark, DE, Lauren G. Risser (Robert) of Lititz, PA, and 2 stepsons, David (Vanessa) and Nicholas Bubernak. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, Justin, Hope, Taylor, Alexandra, Zachary, Noah, Amelia, Tatiana and Natasha, and a sister, Peg Gough, of Scottsboro, AL.

A Funeral Service will be at 12 Noon on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Friends will be received one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Springs, PA at 2:30PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ron’s memory may be made to Junior Achievement of Central PA, 2420 Gehman Ln., Suite 100, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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September 06, 2013

To Ron’s Children,
 I was so sorry to hear of your father,s death.  The loss of a beloved parent is monumental.
The memories and the love he had for you are what sustain you.
My deepest sympathy.
Flossie
 
 

September 04, 2013

Joe and I had so many memorable experiences with Ron – concerts, football games, movies and dinners for more than 20 years. He was always upbeat, thoughtful, and gracious. The service yesterday was so meaningful and just what we think he would have wanted. We appreciated his loved ones honoring him and speaking from their hearts. We, too, will miss him.  Deanna Noble

September 04, 2013

To the family of Ron,
         I will remember all the good times I, my wife and my friends had watching Penn State play Ohio State both in State College and Columbus.  I know Penn State meant the world to Ron, and I admired his dedication to his university.  I will miss Ron as I met him as one of our bank customers, but we quickly became friends.  I know your whole family will miss him and may he rest in peace!
                                                                                                                                Jeff Hawthorne
                                                                                                                                Former Banker
                                                                                                                                from Columbus, 
                                                                                                                                OH now living in
                                                                                                                                Bellingham, WA                   
                                                                                                                                   

September 03, 2013

Dear Ron,
God Bless you and God keep you as you enter his Kingdom.  You  were and excellent Supervisor at work as well as Socially .  Will never forget tailgating with you at Penn State.
Sincerely,
Gary L. Renner

September 03, 2013

Steve and Ann,
 
I was saddened to read about Ron’s passing.  He was always a gentleman.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
 
Barry Solodky

September 02, 2013

Steve,
I am so sorry for your loss.  May happy memories of your Dad last with you forever and help ease your sorrow at this difficult time.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. 
With my deepest sympathy,
John Traunero 

Visitation
Tuesday, September 03, 2013
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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Lititz, PA 17543
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