Russell Griffith

Russell Harold Griffith

October-03-1907 - February-16-2013

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Obituary of Russell Harold Griffith

Russell Harold Griffith Passed away at Perth Community Care Centre on Saturday, February 16th, 2013 at the age of 105 years. Russell was born on October 3rd, 1907, Chicago USA. Son of the late Fred and Sophie (Jonsen) Griffith. When twelve years old, the family moved Perth, Ontario. Predeceased by his beloved wife Macey (Love) Griffith, his brother Wally, sisters Margaret and Verna and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Loved father of Harold (Marie) of St. Catharines and Vicki (late Mel Hough) formerly of Peterborough. Cherished grandfather of Tim (Yhing) of St. Catharines, Steve (Heather) of Kingston, and Angie (Evan) of Toronto; great grandfather of Eric. Russell will be missed by his sister-in-law Iva Headrick, Nieces Barbara Griffith, Dawna Headrick, Marion Callaghan and nephews George Rathwell and Ralph McKinnon. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth on Monday, February 18th, 2013 from 1 until 2 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel at 2 P.M. officiated by Archdeacon John Fowler. Interment, Elmwood Cemetery, Perth. In remembrance, contributions to Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) or the Perth Public Library would be appreciated.