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James Arlen “Jimmy” Griffin Sr.

Birth	:	7 May 1934
Death	:	2 Jun 2015
Burial	:	Peoples Cemetery, Chatham, Barnstable County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.6925011, -69.9691010
Description	:	CHATHAM – James Arlen Griffin Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Chatham, surrounded by his family on June 2, 2015, at the age of 81. He was born May 7th, 1934, the youngest son of Alexander Wayne and Elizabeth (Blankenship) Griffin. Jim was a true native Cape Codder, born into and raised in one of Chatham's old fishing families. He graduated from Chatham High School, as one of the 22 members of the class of 1952. The summer after graduation, Jim enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served in active duty during the Korean War. During his... Read More	CHATHAM – James Arlen Griffin Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Chatham, surrounded by his family on June 2, 2015, at the age of 81. He was born May 7th, 1934, the youngest son of Alexander Wayne and Elizabeth (Blankenship) Griffin. Jim was a true native Cape Codder, born into and raised in one of Chatham's old fishing families. He graduated from Chatham High School, as one of the 22 members of the class of 1952. The summer after graduation, Jim enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served in active duty during the Korean War. During his years of service, he was awarded several honors including a Medal of Good Conduct and graduating 1st in his Radio School class. After tours in Japan and the Pacific, Jim returned to the United States and attended Boston Radio School. He spent the next few years working in marine electronics, and then began his career working as an electrician, and commercial fishing with family and friends. "Uncle Jim", as he was affectionately known, was a lifetime member of the Chatham VFW, Post 8607. He spent over 40 years behind the bar keeping thirsty Vets happy, serving soldiers from WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan. He was everybody's favorite bartender, storyteller and friend. He reluctantly retired shortly after his 80th birthday. An avid (and long-suffering) Red Sox fan, Jim loved his family, his garden and his annual deer hunting trips to Maine. He was a devout communicant of Holy Redeemer Church in Chatham. He and his wife Angie raised 4 children, always emphasizing the values of hard work, integrity, kindness and grace. He had a contagious laugh, a warm and welcoming personality, and made everyone he was introduced to feel like they were part of the family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, ; three brothers; and two sisters. He also leaves his four children, Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren;along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends. Cape Cod Times.

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James Arlen “Jimmy” Griffin Sr.'s memorial is located at: Peoples Cemetery, Chatham, Barnstable County, USA.
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Latitude: 41.6925011
Longitude: -69.9691010

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Parent

Alexander Wayne Griffin

(1892 - 1981)

Elizabeth Agnes Blankinship Griffin

(1899 - 1983)

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