Anthony W. Griffin
Posted By Direct Cremation of the Seacoast On December 1, 2023 @ 4:36 pm In | 19 Comments
ATKINSON, NH – Anthony W. Griffin, 64, of Atkinson, NH, formerly of Chelsea, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at home in the arms of his loving wife and family.
Anthony was born in Boston, MA on August 18, 1959, son of the late Anthony L. Griffin and Edith (Allen) Colella.
He was raised in Chelsea, MA, attending Chelsea High School. While in Chelsea, he worked for Jordan Leasing and Repairs for 27 years.
Anthony met Gwen in 1982, while they were both out at a local area hangout. After just 4 short months of spending time with not just one another but Gwen’s 4 year old son Andy, Anthony fell in love with both of them and the two were blissfully joined in marriage. Anthony and Gwen enjoyed the next 41 years together, while Anthony raised Andy as his own.
When he wasn’t hard at work or spending time with his wife Gwen, Tony enjoyed working on his home in Atkinson NH, and entertaining friends and family on his backyard deck, by his pool, and grill. Tony had an especially close relationship to his friends and family at his place of employment CBI/ Terex of Newton NH.
Anthony is survived by his wife of many years, Gwen; his son, Andrew Brown and his wife Danielle of Atkinson; his grandchildren, Anthony Brown, Andrew Brown III, Joshua Battistelli and Johnathan Battistelli, and great grandchild Ella Battistelli; Sisters, Donna Jones, Carol Pantano, married to Arthur Pantano, and Sherry Chipman married to Bruce, Hank, Chipman. Brothers, Anthony L. Griffin Jr, and Paul F Griffin. Anthony also has many nieces, nephews and cousins that he loved dearly.
In addition to his parents, and his late mother-in- law Frances E. Olmstead, Anthony is predeceased by his brother Joseph Griffin, and sister Mildred Griffin. As well as his late sister in law Linda K. Griffin.
Please join us for a Celebration of Anthony’s Life on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 5pm-9pm at the American Legion, 176 Main Street, Plaistow, NH.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Anthony’s Memory at the Beth Israel Lahey Health Center at Exeter Hospital by clicking Here [1] or checks can be mailed to “Advancement Operations” at 5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH, 03833.
Service
Celebration of Life
American Legion
176 Main Street, Plaistow, NH, 03865
December 15, 2023
17:00 - 21:00
Condolences for the family of “Anthony W. Griffin”
Thank you so much Nate. Tony spoke very highly about you and his love of his job. We were both very grateful for having known you all. The kindness we have felt from all of you has been amazing. God Bless
All I can say is Gwen and little Andy at the age of 4, were born again when the met Tony.Thank you Tony for making Gwen and her son happy and special because of you.
He was truly the love of my life. I have been incredibly lucky because I hade him for as long as I did.
Uncle Wayne as I have always known him by was the kindest person. His love of my aunt Gwen was one only people dream of. The heavens have gained another Griffin Angel. You fought courageously. You will be missed. RIP Uncle
Thank you Noreen, he was very special! 💜
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So sorry to Anthony’s family and the Griffin family, you are in my heart and have my prayers.
Thank you so much.
Gwen and Andy, I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Wayne. He was always around my house growing up, being my brother, Tommy,s, best friend. He always had a story to tell me about the two of them together. I will miss his big smile when I saw him. Know that he loved you both dearly and he will be missed immensely.
Thank you Jackie 💜💜💜
Gwen,
Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you, Andy and Danielle at this difficult time. Tony was a gentle soul that will be remembered by so many people.
Thank you my dear old friend 💜💜💜
Gwendolyn, I am so sorry to hear of Anthony’s passing. My heart aches for you, as you two are the ultimate couple. I have missed seeing you two in the office. Thankful I have met you two, just wish under better circumstances. May he forever rest in peace. And may you be comforted and loved by friends and family to help you through this difficult time. I’m really sorry.
Wayne the perfect gentleman- caring, thoughtful, never had a bad word to say about anyone. Always had a smile whenever we saw him. The best cousin!! You will be missed…Our condolences to Gwen and Andy.
Thank you both so much💜
Thank you so much 💜
So sorry to hear of your loss. I still have fond memories of the cousins visiting each others homes for a week in the summer.
Aunt Gwen,
So sory about Wayne, he was the best of the nest, always so kind, generous and loving. I knew him since I was a little girl and he was once of the good Chelsea boys of our day. I am so sorry for you and Andy, you lost a husband and father and many of us lost a good friend.
With love and hugs, Theresa
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Tony was and will continue to be an inspiration for all those that work at CBI.
I’ve never might a kinder nor more hard working person in my life. CBI is not the same place without Tony, everyone here has heavy hearts for Tony and his family.