Richard Anthony Griffin

Richard Anthony Griffin, age 24, of Gahanna, Ohio entered into God’s kingdom on March 1, 2023 after an intracerebral brain hemorrhage. He was born on May 23, 1998 and was a graduate of Gahanna Lincoln High School. He was previously employed as long time manager of Tim Hortons and recently for Amazon.

Richie is survived by his loving parents Dawn and Chad Griffin; sisters, Diona (James Timmons) and Chloe (Luke Adams) Griffin; grandparents Deborah (Bart) Bullock; Kenny (Melanie) Lashley, Roberta (Robert) Hoersdig, William Griffin; Great Grandmother Norma Pentello; uncles Kenny Lashley, Gabriel Griffin, Justin Griffin (Leisha Chiles); aunts Amber Lashley, Tabitha and Victoria Griffin; nieces, Avery Wallace and Leia Adams and a host of cousins and life long friends. Richie was predeceased by great grandparents Inez Routt, Irving and Patricia Johnston and Vera Griffin.

Richie had a remarkable zest for life! His infectious smile and huge hugs were always a highlight of our day. He loved spending time with his big family and loving friend, Tayha Kinikin. He enjoyed fishing and artifact hunting, collecting coins, traveling and investing in gold. He had a natural charisma to make friends and his ability to sacrifice, provide, support, forgive and always share his love will be forever imprinted on our hearts. As a man of true generosity, Richie desired to donate his organs making it possible for others to enjoy the amazing gift of extended life.

The family invites you for visitation at Schoedinger Margarum Funeral Home, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, Ohio on Wednesday, March 8 from 4-8pm and to the funeral service on Thursday, March 9 at 11:00am. Burial immediately following at Union Cemetery, 3349 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43202. Please join us for a luncheon following burial, 3868 North Stygler Road in Gahanna.

Heartfelt thanks to the devoted staff at Riverside Hospital, especially to the nurses in the neurological ICU who were a remarkable source of comfort and to the dedicated people of Lifeline of Ohio.

Soar high our golden boy taking all our love along with you until we meet again!