John "Doc" Richard Griffith's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2026 in Newark, Delaware

John "Doc" Richard Griffith

March 22, 1948 - August 8, 2026 (78 years old)

Newark, Delaware

John "Doc" Richard Griffith's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2026 in Newark, Delaware

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Foard R T Funeral Home PA

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John "Doc" Richard Griffith

March 22, 1948 - August 8, 2026 (78 years old)

Newark, Delaware

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John Richard Griffith Obituary

The family of John Richard Griffith of Newark, Delaware announces his passing on August 8, 2026. John, born on March 22, 1948, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Richard Griffith to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Mason Griffith and Sarah Jane Griffith (Kirkpatrick). He is survived by: his wife Carol Griffith; his children, Amy Burkart (Jamie), Staci Knaus (Ken) and Richard Stewart; his grandchildren, Christian, Chase, Carter and Cassidy; and his sisters, Lynn Gibbon (Ronald) and Virginia "Ginny" Marioni (Charles).

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to "Tunnel to Towers Foundation" and sent in care of the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Foard R T Funeral Home PA



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Aug 18

Visitation

R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc.
122 W Main St, Newark, DE 19711

Tue

Aug 18

Celebration of life

R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc.
122 W Main St, Newark, DE 19711

Tue

Aug 18

Burial

Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery
2465 Chesapeake City Rd, Bear, DE 19701

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