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Hey Family & Friends!

For those of you traveling from out of town the following are a few hotel recommendations:

Renaissance Walnut Creek Hotel, 2805 Jones Road, Walnut Creek, Ca - Special Rate available for attendees of Joe's Memorial Service - Please email Hollice @holice.travis@bayclubs.com

Walnut Creek Marriott, 2355 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek, 1345 Treat Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597
Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek, 490 Lawrence Way, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, 5800 Shellmound Street, Emeryville, CA, 94608
Claremont Resort & Club, 41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
Moxy Oakland Uptown, 2225 TELEGRAPH AVENUE, Oakland, CA, 94612

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Updates

Update from May 4, 2025

Update from May 4, 2025

Family & Friends who attended Dad's service—whether in person or virtually—thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

I would also like to extend an apology for the minor technical and virtual issues. It happens (LOL) Your support, presence, and kind thoughts meant the world to us during this time of transition. Our family is truly grateful for the love shown as we honored a man who meant so much to so many. We would also like to pass along the video presentation being that the folks in Zoom "land" may not have had a clear view. Love you all and again we thank you!

With sincere appreciation,
The Griffin & Smith Family~

Update from April 30, 2025

Hey Family and Friends that wish to attend the service via Zoom. Here is the link: https://summitps.zoom.us/j/97….

We will also have the video on proceeding the service so that you will be able to mingle with local folks during the reception 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

I also want to give thanks to all that have reached out to check on the family during this time. I personally want to apologize that I have not responded to each and every voicemail, text or DM. As you can imagine our plates are extremely full and we want to ensure that Daddy's service is special and a one of a kind experience for all of those that knew and loved him.
Again, weird to say "looking forward to seeing you all" under these circumstances but we're really are happy to welcome all the love from your presence.
XOXOXO~
Kelly Ann

Also - If you could help us out by referring from calling and texting us the day of would be super helpful. Daddy had a HUGE network and even bigger family, so its a lot😊 Thanks and God Bless you all.

Update from April 27, 2025

Family & Friends!

We are grateful to all of you that can attend Dad's service both in person and virtually. We appreciate you taking the time to honor him.

For those that are attending in person please join us for refreshments outside of the chapel following the service and continue to gather to celebrate Joe!

We will have a gallery walk of pictures, awards and an opportunity for us all to come together, connect and stand in joy with each other. Love you all!
xoxoxo
Kelly Ann~

Update from April 21, 2025

Family & Friends that are traveling from out of town to attend the Dad's service can receive a special room rate at The Renaissance Hotel in Walnut Creek: https://www.marriott.com/en-u…

Please mention that you are attending The Joseph Griffin Memorial Service.
xoxoxo~
Kelly Ann💖

Obituary

Joseph Edsel Griffin, age 88 departed this life peacefully on March 28, 2025. Joe was a husband, father, brother, uncle, friend and mentor to many. He greeted everyone he met with a huge smile and positive energy. 

Joseph’s life began in Bastrop, LA. He was the oldest son of twelve children born to Willie and Jotine Tharpe Griffin. In 1943, in search of new beginnings and hope for his children, Joe’s father, whom Joe held …

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Born

July 14th, 1936
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Passed away

March 28th, 2025
Walnut Creek, CA

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Piedmont Funeral Services and Mountain View Cemetery

5000 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611
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