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Larry Travers |
ltravers65@yahoo.com |
Dear Griffen Family and Friends,
Sending my sincere condolences to the passing of Tom. Its difficult to lose a sibling, father, grandfather, good friend. Tom carried a special light within him since childhood - something we were all blessed to have experienced. You are in our thoughts and prayers, rest in peace. |
2020-07-31 15:52:00 |
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Rick Heilmann |
rick@arlingtongrouprealestate.com |
Went to H.S. with Tom at SJR. GREAT guy!!!! Very sorry to hear of his passing. Sympathy and prayers to all of Tom's family.
Sincerely,
Rick Heilmann, SJR Class '76 |
2020-07-30 18:12:35 |
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Judy Russo |
judybr69@hotmail.com |
To the family and friends of Tom,
Please accept my sincere condolences over the loss of Tom.
Tom and I met when we were both out of work and networking within various groups within Fairfield County. After we gave up the fight, we still remained friends and occasionally met for lunch with another business colleague. At our last lunch meeting I met sterling. In spite of all his medical issues and legal issue, Tom was compassionate and optimistic. My husband had been diagnosed with cancer and Tom always asked me how he was doing and listened to the answer. He was kind in that way. He loved his camping trips and just kept on powering through what life threw him. He was a quality man and I am saddened to learn of his passing at such a young age. RIP Dear Tom, you will be missed.
JudyRusso |
2020-07-29 21:17:04 |
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Arthur G Aery Jr ( Artie) |
aaeryjr@comcast.net |
When the good lord sends us into the world, I believe he has only one assignment for us, to leave the world a better place. Tom has had such a positive impact, bringing Bernadette and Geoffrey into the world, the many friends who his positive and cheerful personality has left a lasting impact on, the organizations he was involved in, and all the others that that he interacted with. Tom has been a positive force his entire life. Without a doubt he was welcomed back home with the words, Tommy well done. We were second cousins, we spent our youth together as, neighbors, classmates’ scouting buddies. I was so fortunate to come back into your life four years ago. I will miss you very much. May the lord give strength to Dotty and all of the Griffen family during this time. |
2020-07-29 13:22:31 |
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Susan Tukey |
susantukey@att.net |
Dotty ,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He has been such a bright light in his advocacy for MS, from bills being passed for keeping snow removal done properly in the winter for handicap spaces to educating people about the importance of service animals. He was forever there to help in any way he could. Such a wonderful gentleman. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts prayers and condolences to you and your children....and that beautiful new grandson he was so excited about!!!! |
2020-07-27 17:46:48 |
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Lee Marie Gentile |
leethewinechick@yahoo.com |
It has been a true "Blessing" in my life to know Mr. Thomas Griffen & his amazing family. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom....God Bless You All! Lee Marie Gentile |
2020-07-26 16:24:37 |
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Tim Corlis |
tcorlis@gmail.com |
I remember Tom as a positive force. I'm very sorry for his untimely departure. May his positivity grow and be expressed by all who love and remember him. |
2020-07-25 03:20:43 |
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Brian Greenleaf |
bgreenleaf46@gmail.com |
So sorry to hear this. Tom gave the public access test for myself and my service dog. He will be greatly missed. |
2020-07-25 00:45:19 |
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Donnell |
Donnell.trowbridge@comcast.net |
My heartfelt sympathies in the sadness of Tom’s passing. Tom was always so kind to me. Dorothy, Bernadette, and Geoffrey may God bless you and comfort you. Lifting you in prayer ❤️ |
2020-07-24 21:30:08 |
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Lu Picard |
Lu@ecad1.org |
Tom was the voice for so many that needed him. His passion for educating was impressive. After retiring as a teacher he still taught. Fighting for the underdog, like getting a travel station wheelchair accessible spoke volume for me, especially since he himself did not need it. The world is better for the part you played in it. Forgive my grammar, your friend, Lu |
2020-07-24 18:36:06 |
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Joanne Rejevich |
jrlibra1010@gmail.com |
Tom I will miss you and our conversations. Thank you for being the keeper of family history and traditions. May you rest in eternal peace and we will all make sure that your grandson Anthony Thomas knows how much you were looking forward to his arrival and how much he was loved. Even though you loved to tease me growing up I always knew you loved me. I was honored to have you as The Godfather for two of my daughters. I know you have your angel wings and have been reunited with family gone before. I’m sure Lloyd was happy to have you join him in heaven. He really liked chatting with you!! Love you always and forever until we meet again. Love Joanne |
2020-07-24 15:42:15 |
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Jeanne Jones |
jeannerjones@yahoo.com |
It is with a very heavy heart that I only begin to understand that Tom is no longer with us. He was such an inspiration as a man who has dealt with difficulties in his life but always stood tall and proud and eager to help and teach others. His spirit was so strong, and the love he showed to everyone around him was palpable. With a caring word and a wry joke, he brightened everyone’s day. He will be terribly missed within the wide ECAD community and beyond. Thank you Tom. I hope you know how much I loved and appreciated you. |
2020-07-24 14:11:35 |
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Kim Fried |
kimf0523@gmail.com |
I know your Dad and Sterling from the gym. What a wonderful and kind soul he had. We all enjoyed talking to him after swim class and after Sterling put away his equipment! He will be dearly missed. The world was a better place with Tom in it. God bless all of you in this difficult time. |
2020-07-24 14:11:02 |
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David Asano |
dasano@optonline.net |
I've only known Tom for a relatively short time, but feel blessed to call him my friend. His kind heart and devilish personality always brightened up the room. His strength and courage was inspiring. My heart goes out to Dotty and the rest of the Griffen family. But in this time of great sadness there is hope - from the ashes rises a new Griffen - congratulations Anthony and Bernadette... may the legacy go on!
I will miss you my dear friend ... I will miss my treadmill workouts with you and your faithful companion Sterling; I will miss our conversations about nothing and about everything; I miss your bluntness that cut through to the truth; I will miss your friendship - may you finally be pain-free and rest in peace. Good bye ol' friend, you will be missed. |
2020-07-24 12:03:33 |
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Alison Kovachi |
ajkovachi@yahoo.com |
"what we have once enjoyed,we can never lose.All that we love deeply becomes part of us" How blessed I was to have had the friendship of such a fantastic man. my heartfelt sympathy to the Griffen family and my sweet Sterling. I am so sorry for your loss. |
2020-07-24 11:56:01 |
“what we have once enjoyed,we can never lose.All that we love deeply becomes part of us” How blessed I was to have had the friendship of such a fantastic man. my heartfelt sympathy to the Griffen family and my sweet Sterling. I am so sorry for your loss.
I’ve only known Tom for a relatively short time, but feel blessed to call him my friend. His kind heart and devilish personality always brightened up the room. His strength and courage was inspiring. My heart goes out to Dotty and the rest of the Griffen family. But in this time of great sadness there is hope – from the ashes rises a new Griffen – congratulations Anthony and Bernadette… may the legacy go on!
I will miss you my dear friend … I will miss my treadmill workouts with you and your faithful companion Sterling; I will miss our conversations about nothing and about everything; I miss your bluntness that cut through to the truth; I will miss your friendship – may you finally be pain-free and rest in peace. Good bye ol’ friend, you will be missed.
I know your Dad and Sterling from the gym. What a wonderful and kind soul he had. We all enjoyed talking to him after swim class and after Sterling put away his equipment! He will be dearly missed. The world was a better place with Tom in it. God bless all of you in this difficult time.
It is with a very heavy heart that I only begin to understand that Tom is no longer with us. He was such an inspiration as a man who has dealt with difficulties in his life but always stood tall and proud and eager to help and teach others. His spirit was so strong, and the love he showed to everyone around him was palpable. With a caring word and a wry joke, he brightened everyone’s day. He will be terribly missed within the wide ECAD community and beyond. Thank you Tom. I hope you know how much I loved and appreciated you.
Tom I will miss you and our conversations. Thank you for being the keeper of family history and traditions. May you rest in eternal peace and we will all make sure that your grandson Anthony Thomas knows how much you were looking forward to his arrival and how much he was loved. Even though you loved to tease me growing up I always knew you loved me. I was honored to have you as The Godfather for two of my daughters. I know you have your angel wings and have been reunited with family gone before. I’m sure Lloyd was happy to have you join him in heaven. He really liked chatting with you!! Love you always and forever until we meet again. Love Joanne
Tom was the voice for so many that needed him. His passion for educating was impressive. After retiring as a teacher he still taught. Fighting for the underdog, like getting a travel station wheelchair accessible spoke volume for me, especially since he himself did not need it. The world is better for the part you played in it. Forgive my grammar, your friend, Lu
My heartfelt sympathies in the sadness of Tom’s passing. Tom was always so kind to me. Dorothy, Bernadette, and Geoffrey may God bless you and comfort you. Lifting you in prayer ❤️
So sorry to hear this. Tom gave the public access test for myself and my service dog. He will be greatly missed.
I remember Tom as a positive force. I’m very sorry for his untimely departure. May his positivity grow and be expressed by all who love and remember him.
It has been a true “Blessing” in my life to know Mr. Thomas Griffen & his amazing family. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom….God Bless You All! Lee Marie Gentile
Dotty ,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He has been such a bright light in his advocacy for MS, from bills being passed for keeping snow removal done properly in the winter for handicap spaces to educating people about the importance of service animals. He was forever there to help in any way he could. Such a wonderful gentleman. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts prayers and condolences to you and your children….and that beautiful new grandson he was so excited about!!!!
When the good lord sends us into the world, I believe he has only one assignment for us, to leave the world a better place. Tom has had such a positive impact, bringing Bernadette and Geoffrey into the world, the many friends who his positive and cheerful personality has left a lasting impact on, the organizations he was involved in, and all the others that that he interacted with. Tom has been a positive force his entire life. Without a doubt he was welcomed back home with the words, Tommy well done. We were second cousins, we spent our youth together as, neighbors, classmates’ scouting buddies. I was so fortunate to come back into your life four years ago. I will miss you very much. May the lord give strength to Dotty and all of the Griffen family during this time.
To the family and friends of Tom,
Please accept my sincere condolences over the loss of Tom.
Tom and I met when we were both out of work and networking within various groups within Fairfield County. After we gave up the fight, we still remained friends and occasionally met for lunch with another business colleague. At our last lunch meeting I met sterling. In spite of all his medical issues and legal issue, Tom was compassionate and optimistic. My husband had been diagnosed with cancer and Tom always asked me how he was doing and listened to the answer. He was kind in that way. He loved his camping trips and just kept on powering through what life threw him. He was a quality man and I am saddened to learn of his passing at such a young age. RIP Dear Tom, you will be missed.
JudyRusso
Went to H.S. with Tom at SJR. GREAT guy!!!! Very sorry to hear of his passing. Sympathy and prayers to all of Tom’s family.
Sincerely,
Rick Heilmann, SJR Class ’76
Dear Griffen Family and Friends,
Sending my sincere condolences to the passing of Tom. Its difficult to lose a sibling, father, grandfather, good friend. Tom carried a special light within him since childhood – something we were all blessed to have experienced. You are in our thoughts and prayers, rest in peace.