Kathleen T. Griffin “Kathy” peacefully transitioned to God’s care in the arms of her devoted family on September 18, 2024 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late James J. Griffin, the love of her life for 67 years. Daughter of Michael Murray and Anne Clarke of Ballygar, County Galway, Ireland. Preceded in death by her sisters Mary Ellen Tierney and Bridget Donahue.
Kathy was a compassionate, loving, and selfless soul whose deep faith touched the lives of so many. She embraced everyone without judgement, offering her unwavering support a listening ear, and a gentle hand to those in need. Her boundless generosity and spirituality were a guiding light, leaving a legacy of love that will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and all that knew her.
Kathy’s life was centered around her family and her faith, which guided her in everything she did. She never let herself be distracted, focusing on what truly mattered – her loved ones, and the people close to her heart. Wherever she went, she was sure to run into someone whose life she touched. Her presence left a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Kathy was born in Ballygar, a small town in Galway, Ireland, the youngest of three daughters. From a young age, Kathy shared a unique bond with her father, rambling through the hills of Ballygar, singing, and creating treasured memories that left a lasting impression on her heart. She carried that love of music into her own family.
At the young age of nineteen, she courageously set out on her own embarking on a journey to the United States. She stepped off that plane not knowing what the future would hold for her, but she was armed with a strong faith, a caring soul and a positive attitude that paved her path in life.
It was her love of music that beckoned her to the Irish dance halls of Boston where she met her future husband, Jimmy. Together they raised eight children with unwavering dedication and boundless love. She had an amazing ability to make all her children feel like they were her favorite. Similarly, she brought joy and enlightenment to everyone she met, especially in her professional capacity as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Cape Regency Rehabilitation Center, Centerville, MA. It was another opportunity for her to take care of people. That was her passion in life. The awards from work piled up, Employee of the week, Employee of the month and Employee of the year, repeatedly. All were lucky to be cared for and loved by Kathy.
She was also a devout parishioner of Our Lady of Victory parish over 40 years where she volunteered as an altar server and community food drive sponsor.
Kathy was the loving mother of Maureen Griffin (Michael Putnam) of Sudbury, MA; the late Michael Griffin of Centerville, MA; Kevin Griffin (partner Bonnie Perkins) of Merrimac, MA; James Griffin (Carolyn) of Westborough, MA; Sean Griffin (Lizbeth) of Osterville, MA; Kathleen Griffin McIntyre (late Jeffrey) of Brookline, MA; Karen Griffin (Ben Ghamami) of White Plains, NY and Liam Griffin (Amy) of San Clemente, CA; her grandchildren Conor Griffin (Sarah Fram), Alex Putnam, Kyle Griffin, Emily Brook (Chris), Griffin McIntyre (Haley), Seamus Griffin (Michele), Nathaniel Putnam (Andrea Leshak), McCall McIntyre (Nick Biddlecombe ), Sean Griffin (Carolina), Keira McBandy (Chris), Bridget Griffin (Kayleigh), Taylor Beech Bellis (Andrew), Tucker McIntyre (Sarah), Brianna Griffin, Emma Griffin, Addison Griffin, Liam Griffin, Ryan Everett and Sean Ghamami; her great-grandchildren Declan, Caelyn, Braedan, Sofia, Casey, Teodoir, Connor, Griffin, James, Beau and McKay.
She had many nieces and nephews in Ireland and here in the United States. The Tierney, Donahue, Griffin, Prendergast and Murray families.
She will be deeply missed, but her compassion and grace will forever remain with us.
Visiting hours will be held at Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home, 160 West Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601 on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm and on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 8:30 am – 10:30 am.
A memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Victory Church, 230 South Main St., Centerville, MA, (Cape Cod) 02632 on Wednesday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. The memorial Mass will also be streamed for viewing, https://www.olvparish.org/livestream
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Kathy’s beloved charity - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (acknowledgments may be sent to [email protected]). For online condolences to share a memory visit https://www.doanebealameshyannis.com/
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