Joseph Robert "Joe" Griffin

We are saddened to announce the passing of our husband and father, Joe Robert Griffin. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at home with family. He was born April 5,1934 to Clarence and Adelaide Griffin in Havana. He led a very fulfilling life with many highlights. In his mind, his greatest accomplishment was his unwavering devotion to Marte, his wife of sixty years and their eight children. Through their love and nurturing, they created a unique environment of closeness that spans generations.

Professionally, he worked as an electrician, beginning in his father's business and ending with his own business, Joe Griffin & Sons Electric. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Havana where he belonged to the former chapter of Knights of Columbus. The City of Havana was very important to him and he was involved in many organizations, including Jaycees, Optimists, Volunteer Fire Department and Little League. He also served on the Cemetery Board and was a Township Trustee. He was an avid Cardinal fan and enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and any card game. After retiring, he and Marte enjoyed many winters at Long Island Village in Port Isabelle, TX.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one son, Thomas Brian Griffin. He is survived by his wife, Marte, three sons: Tim of Havana, Tod (Trish) of Sugarland, TX, Tony (Sue)of Hinsdale, IL and four daughters: Jennifer (Tim) Karrick of Havana, Jeanne (Tom) Cole of Jamison, PA, Joni (John) Keegan of Alamo, CA, Julie (Ted) Contri of Sherman, IL, one brother, James Griffin, one sister, Martha Williams, both of Havana, sister-in-law and husband, Rosemary and Buck Knowles of Macomb, 17 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.