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With heavy hearts, the family of John Charles William Griffin, announce his passing at the Northumberland Hills Hospital Thursday, August 21, 2025 at the age of 74. John fought a courageous 3 year long battle with cancer and is now at peace. He is the beloved husband of Lillian Griffin (nee Rowe) who he shared 55 years of marriage with. Loving dad to Tina (Vince) Davey, Craig (Tracy Carmichael) Griffin and Kim (Shawn Ferguson) Griffin. Proud and loved papa to Josh, Aleasha, Joshua, Devon, Braden, Ashley, Alexis, Amber and Taylor as well as great-grandpa to Jonathan. John is the son of the late Flora May and Charles Griffin.
John will be greatly missed by so many of his extended family and friends. John’s family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital in 2B as well as the palliative care team of doctors for your compassionate care.
As per John’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Tina and family - We are so very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May the memories you hold near and dear to your heart help as you navigate the days, weeks and months ahead.