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| Alfred John Griffith Jr. | |
| Funeral Date: | 2010-04-07 |
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| Viewing Times: | Tuesday 4 pm to 9 pm |
| Funeral Time: | Graveside Service Wednesday at 1:00 pm |
| Burial Location: | Griffith Family Farm |
| Obituary: | Mr. Alfred John Griffith Jr. age 82 years a resident of Laurel Mt. Road near Belington departed this life Friday afternoon, April 2, 2010 at his residence. He had been in his usual health and death was unexpected. He was born February 18, 1928 on Dogtown Road near Belington, a son of the late Alfred John Griffith Sr. and Julia Virginia (Pirchan) Griffith. He was twice married. First to the former JoAnn Coyle and second to the former Ida Harris who survives at their home near Belington. Mr. Griffith is survived by one son, Russell S. Griffith and companion Janeane of Phoenix, Arizona; one daughter Paula Zalenski and husband Steven of Pembroke, Massachusetts; four step children Paul B. Moore Jr. and wife Susan of Elyria, OH, Regina Tenney and husband Tim of Buckhannon, Martin Moore and wife Dawn of Alton, NH, Scott Moore and companion Michelle of Junior, WV. Also Surviving are three brothers Ronald Lee Griffith of Jamestown, PA., Jerry Griffith of Melbourne, FL., Larry Dewayne Griffith of Belington, WV. four sisters Edna Ricottilli of Belington, WV., JoAnn Toohey of Dorchester, MA., Julia Marie Snider of Philippi, WV., Linda Knight of Beverly, four grandchildren, nine step grandchildren; three great grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one daughter Maryland Griffith, two brothers Joe and Bill Griffith. Mr. Griffith was a graduate of Belington High School and drove truck for Carol Van Lines in Massachusetts. Later in life he was employed as a supervisor for Ken Auvil Homes and later became a self employed carpenter. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the US Navy aboard the USS Worcester. He was protestant by faith and was a lifetime member of the VFW Post # 410 and the American Legion Post # 96 both of Belington. Friends will be received at the Talbott Funeral Home 210 Brandenburg St. in Belington from 4 pm to 9 pm on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 and again on Wednesday from 8 am to 11:00 am. At 1:00 pm on Wednesday a graveside service will be conducted from Laurel Hill near Mr. Griffith’s Farm with the Rev. Arden Beck officiating, interment will follow. Full military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post # 44 and American Legion Post # 96. The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Alfred John Griffith Jr. Condolences can be made to the family at www.talbottfuneralhome.com |
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Vonda (George) Abbott [2010-04-05 10:47:11] Sorry to hear of your Loss. I know how hard it is to loose a sibling as I have lost three. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Velma and I were just talking about you and your family the other night, and was wondering where you, Joan, was living. Take comfort in knowing so many people care. I have always heard good things about Al. He use to do some work for my Sister, who lived in Belington. |
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Ed and Sue Roberts [2010-04-05 09:48:11] We are so sorry about your loss Regina and Ida and the whole family.Let us if you all need anything. Your friends |
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Ron Cleaves [2010-04-05 08:59:52] Paula and Steve, I am so very sorry to hear of the unexpected death of your father. I know just how hard it is to lose a parent no matter what your age or under what circumstances. All of your wonderful childhood memories come flooding back. You have my sincerest sympathy. Ron |
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Joseph & Wanda (Zaleski) Ouellet - Bellville, TX [2010-04-05 08:38:49] Paula, Steve, Russell,and the entire Griffith family; We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved father and family member. May you find peace in your warm memories of him, and the wonderful visit you and your brother Russell recently shared with your dad at the farm. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. |
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Ann and Richard Fretwell [2010-04-05 07:26:49] Ida, Please know that we are praying for you this day. I cannot imagine the loss you must feel. May you be blessed with peace and many pleasant memories. |
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Velma George (Karickhoff) [2010-04-03 16:48:22] Our sympathies goes out to the Griffith family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your loved one. Me and Vonda was just talking about the family last night, we were close friends at school with a Sister of his if this is the Johnnie Griffith we knew. |
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