Thomas Griffin
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1. Thomas Griffin Thomas married Johanna Sullivan. Johanna was born 1840; died 1911. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 2. Julia Griffin
was born About 1855, Mullaghmarky (Lackabaun, Kerry), Ireland.
- 3. Johanna Griffin
was born 12 Oct 1866, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 15 Dec 1866; died Deceased.
- 4. Catherine Griffin
was born 17 May 1870, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 18 May 1870.
- 5. Daniel Griffin
was born 17 Oct 1864, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 17 Oct 1864.
- 6. Patrick Griffin
was born 29 Apr 1862, Ballyinaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 29 Apr 1862.
- 7. Honora Griffin
was born 26 Jun 1860, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County KerrIreland; was christened 26 Jun 1860.
- 8. Thomas Griffin
was born 17 May 1870, Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 18 May 1870.
- 9. Mary Griffin
was born 5 Apr 1865, Ireland; died 5 Sep 1922; was buried 5 Sep 1922, Mount Carmel, Hillside, Cook, Illinois, United States.
- 10. Bridget Griffin
was born 7 Jun 1873, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland.
- 2. Julia Griffin
Generation: 2
2. Julia Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born About 1855, Mullaghmarky (Lackabaun, Kerry), Ireland.
Julia married Timothy Brosnan [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 11. Timothy Brosnan
- 12. Mary Brosnan
was born 5 Jul 1887, Raneen, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 9 Jul 1887.
- 13. Julia Brosnan
was born 25 Apr 1894, Raneen, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland.
- 14. Thomas Brosnan
- 15. John Brosnan
- 16. Nora Brosnan
- 17. Hannah Brosnan
- 11. Timothy Brosnan
3. Johanna Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 12 Oct 1866, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 15 Dec 1866; died Deceased.
4. Catherine Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 17 May 1870, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 18 May 1870.
5. Daniel Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 17 Oct 1864, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 17 Oct 1864.
6. Patrick Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 29 Apr 1862, Ballyinaboul, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 29 Apr 1862.
Patrick married Margaret Connor 21 Feb 1884, Ballymaccelligott, County Kerry, Ireland. Margaret (daughter of Thomas O'Connor and Catherine Hickey) was born abt. 1858; died 25 Apr 1904, Scarriff, County Clare, Ireland; was buried , Patrick Griffin was present at death of Margaret. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 18. William Griffin
was born 7 Feb 1897, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened , Ballinahalla,; died 25 Nov 1946, Medfield, MA, US; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery.
- 19. Julia Griffin
was born 25 Oct 1898, Lacabawn (Mullaghmarky), Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 27 Oct 1898.
- 20. Thomas Griffin
was born 1887, Ireland.
- 21. Patrick Griffin
was born 22 Oct 1895, Laccabawn, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 2y Oct 1895.
- 22. Johanna Griffin
- 18. William Griffin
7. Honora Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 26 Jun 1860, Ballynaboul, Castleisland, County KerrIreland; was christened 26 Jun 1860.
8. Thomas Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 17 May 1870, Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 18 May 1870.
9. Mary Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 5 Apr 1865, Ireland; died 5 Sep 1922; was buried 5 Sep 1922, Mount Carmel, Hillside, Cook, Illinois, United States.
Mary married John Thomas Fleming 20 Jul 1895, Cook Co., Illinois, US. John (son of Thomas Fleming and Ellen O'Connor) was born 1864; died 4 Feb 1944; was buried 7 Feb 1944, Proviso, , Illinois. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 23. Eleanor Marie Fleming
was born 1898, Chicago, Cook, Illinois, United States; died 1994, Belleville, St. Clair, Illinois, United States.
- 23. Eleanor Marie Fleming
10. Bridget Griffin (1.Thomas1) was born 7 Jun 1873, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland.
Generation: 3
11. Timothy Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
Timothy married Bridie Byrne. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 24. Patricia Brosnan
- 25. Timothy Brosnan
- 24. Patricia Brosnan
12. Mary Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1) was born 5 Jul 1887, Raneen, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 9 Jul 1887.
13. Julia Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1) was born 25 Apr 1894, Raneen, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland.
14. Thomas Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
15. John Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
John married Helena Keane [Group Sheet]
16. Nora Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
17. Hannah Brosnan (2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
18. William Griffin (6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 7 Feb 1897, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened , Ballinahalla,; died 25 Nov 1946, Medfield, MA, US; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery.
William married Veronica Wall Tobin 12 Aug 1923, Medfield, Norfolk, Massachusetts, United States. Veronica (daughter of William Tobin and Ellen O’Brien) was born 24 Oct 1893, St. John, NewfoundlandLabrador CA; was christened 31 Oct 1893; died 1968; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield, MA, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 26. Veronica Patricia Griffin
was born 28 May 1927, Medfield, MA United States; died 4 Nov 1997, Jacksonville, FL United States; was cremated , St, Marys Cemetery, Franklin MA United States.
- 27. Margaret Griffin
was born 25 May 1922, Somerville, MA; died 27 May 2013, Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled nursing Center in Worcester; was buried , St, Marys Cemetery, Franklin MA United States.
- 28. Helen M. Griffin
was born 7 Mar 1926; died Mar 1984.
- 29. William J. Griffin
was born 3 Nov 1929, Medfield, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USA; died 11 Oct 2012, Port Saint Lucie, St. Lucie County, Florida, USA; was buried , Forest Hills Memorial Park and Mausoleum Palm City, Martin County, Florida, USA.
- 30. Marie Alice Griffin
was born 31 Aug 1928; died 20 Sept 1997; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery.
- 26. Veronica Patricia Griffin
19. Julia Griffin (6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 25 Oct 1898, Lacabawn (Mullaghmarky), Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 27 Oct 1898.
20. Thomas Griffin (6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 1887, Ireland.
Thomas married Katherine Margaret Breen (daughter of Patrick Breen and Elizabeth Catherine Horan) [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 31. Thomas J. Griffin
was born 24 May 1920, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, US; died 29 Dec 1985, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, US; was buried , Calvary Cemetery Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, USA.
- 32. Elizabeth Griffin
- 33. Frances Griffin
- 34. Katherine Griffin
- 35. John Griffin
- 31. Thomas J. Griffin
21. Patrick Griffin (6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 22 Oct 1895, Laccabawn, Castleisland, County Kerry, Ireland; was christened 2y Oct 1895.
22. Johanna Griffin (6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1)
23. Eleanor Marie Fleming (9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1) was born 1898, Chicago, Cook, Illinois, United States; died 1994, Belleville, St. Clair, Illinois, United States.
Eleanor married John Charles McHugh. John (son of Daniel McHugh and Mary Ann Sullivan) was born 24 Feb 1885; died 12 pr 1966. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 36. Ruth Cecille McHugh
was born 1 Aug1933, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, USA; died 5 De 2015, San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, USA; was buried , Gate Of Heaven Catholic Cemetery Los Altos, Santa Clara County, California, USA.
- 37. Mary Clare M. McHugh
was born 7 Jan.1926, Chicago, IL; died 8 Sep 2009, Punta Gorda, FL.
- 38. Joan McHugh
- 39. Janet McHugh
- 40. John C. McHugh
- 41. William F. McHugh
- 42. Rosemary A McHugh
- 36. Ruth Cecille McHugh
Generation: 4
24. Patricia Brosnan (11.Timothy3, 2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
Patricia married John Casey. (son of John Francis Casey and Annie Pickens) [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 43. Annemarie Casey
- 44. Lorraine Marie Casey
- 45. Clare Casey
- 46. Jackie Casey
- 43. Annemarie Casey
25. Timothy Brosnan (11.Timothy3, 2.Julia2, 1.Thomas1)
26. Veronica Patricia Griffin (18.William3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 28 May 1927, Medfield, MA United States; died 4 Nov 1997, Jacksonville, FL United States; was cremated , St, Marys Cemetery, Franklin MA United States.
Veronica married Frederick Joseph OGrady 26 Mar 1950, Medfield, MA United States. Frederick (son of William Edward OGrady and Eva Marie Hogan) was born 12 Mar 1922, Halifax, Nova Scotia CA; died 15 Jul 2016, St. Augustine, FL, United States; was cremated , St. Mary's Cemetery, Franklin, MA United States. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 47. Frederick J. O'Grady, Jr.
- 48. Daniel Michael OGrady
was born 3 Aug 1960, Norwood, MA; died 23 May 1982, Foxboro, MA; was buried , St. Mary's Cemetery, Franklin, MA United States.
- 49. William Joseph OGrady
- 50. Margaret O'Grady
- 47. Frederick J. O'Grady, Jr.
27. Margaret Griffin (18.William3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 25 May 1922, Somerville, MA; died 27 May 2013, Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled nursing Center in Worcester; was buried , St, Marys Cemetery, Franklin MA United States.
Notes:
Obituary:
(Griffin) O?Grady, 89
FRANKLIN - Margaret Mary (Griffin) O?Grady, 89, formerly of Franklin, died May 27, 2013 in the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Worcester. She was the wife of the late Thomas L. O?Grady.
Born in Charlestown, May 25, 1924, the daughter of the late William and Veronica (Tobin) Griffin, Mrs. O?Grady was raised in Charlestown and Medfield and had lived in Franklin since 1945. Mrs. O?Grady was a graduate of Medfield High School. She received her nursing education while in the Navy. An LPN, she had worked at the former Pondville Hospital in Norfolk for many years and following that had worked at the Pond Home in Wrentham. Mrs. O?Grady was always helping her neighbors and friends with her nursing skills.
She had been the past president of FISH, a member of the Franklin Red Cross, the Catholic Women?s? Club and had been an active member of St. Mary?s Church. She enjoyed traveling, attending events at the Senior Center and entertaining at her home. Mrs. O?Grady served in the Navy during World War II, attaining the rank of Hospital Apprentice 2nd class.
She is survived by her children, Thomas O?Grady, Jr. of Hudson, New Hampshire, Maureen Hippert of Leicester and John O?Grady of Rochester. She was the sister of the late Bill Griffin, Vera O?Grady, Helen Woods and Marie Bowles. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Her funeral will be held on Thursday, May 30 from the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin, 131 Main St., Franklin at 11:15 followed by a funeral Mass in St. Mary?s Church at noon. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 6-8.
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https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/117928021/margaret-mary-o'gradyMargaret married Thomas Leo OGrady 25 May 1945, Medfield, MA. Thomas (son of William Edward OGrady and Eva Marie Hogan) was born 29 Mar 1920, Halifax, Nova Scotia CA; died 28 Aug 2002. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 51. Thomas Leo OGrady
- 52. Maureen OGrady
- 53. John Michael OGrady
- 51. Thomas Leo OGrady
28. Helen M. Griffin (18.William3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 7 Mar 1926; died Mar 1984.
Helen married Robert R. Wood. Robert died Oct 2013, `; was buried , New Westwood Cemetery. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 54. William J. Wood
- 55. Robert R. Wood, Jr.
- 56. Mary Bell Wood
- 54. William J. Wood
29. William J. Griffin (18.William3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 3 Nov 1929, Medfield, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, USA; died 11 Oct 2012, Port Saint Lucie, St. Lucie County, Florida, USA; was buried , Forest Hills Memorial Park and Mausoleum Palm City, Martin County, Florida, USA.
Notes:
GRIFFIN, William J. Died on October 11, 2012, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 3, 1929 to Veronica and William Griffin in Medfield, MA. Graduated from Medfield High School and MA State Police Academy. Joined the U.S. Navy in 1948, served as a Medical Corpsman on the U.S. Midway during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he worked for General Motors, Framingham, MA, as Material Coordinator. Joined the Medfield Police Department in 1958 until moving to Palm Beach County, FL and joined the Riviera Beach Police Department in 1968. He worked his way up the ranks to Captain, Chief of Detective Division, along the way receiving many awards, including Policeman of the Year. He retired in 1988 at 58 years old, moved to Jensen Beach, St. Lucie County and soon he decided retirement was not for him so he joined the St. Lucie Sheriff's Office and worked as a Bailiff at the Courthouse in Ft. Pierce for seven years. On December 19, 1954, Bill met his wife Joan (Barker) and they were married on Nov. 19, 1955, at Sacred Heart Church, Weymouth, MA. Built their home in Medfield and brought up five beautiful children, before moving to Florida. Bill attends Mass at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, and is a volunteer for the Project Mother Teresa. He is a member of the Korean War Veterans, Chapter 106; Fraternal Order of Police, Treasure Coast Lodge #41; and for 15 years was a member of the PGA Country Club where he enjoyed a good game of golf with his many friends. Bill leaves behind his loving Bride of 57 years, five children, Diane (Gary) Muller, Patty (Rick) Dent, Sheila Griffin, William Griffin, Jr. (Paige), and Charles Griffin, seven grandchildren, Brian, Melissa, and Mark Muller, Kelly and Katie Dent, William Griffin III "Joey", and Sara Griffin, along with his sister, Margaret O'Grady in MA, and many nieces and nephews. He will always be remembered for his Irish wit and service to others by all his friends and neighbors. Visitation will be held from 4-8 pm, Wednesday, October 17, 2012, at Forest Hills-Byrd, Young & Prill Funeral Home in PORT ST. LUCIE, FL. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 3:00 pm, Thursday, October 18, 2012, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in St. Lucie West, FL. Inurnment will take place at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Palm City, FL. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice or St. Bernadette Catholic Church Building Fund.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/98863731/william-j-griffinWilliam married Joan Barker [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 57. Diane Griffin
- 58. Sheila Griffin
- 59. William Joseph Griffin, Jr.
- 60. Charles Griffin
- 61. Patricia Griffin
- 57. Diane Griffin
30. Marie Alice Griffin (18.William3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 31 Aug 1928; died 20 Sept 1997; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery.
Marie married John Robert Bowles (son of David E Bowles and Margaret Atwater) [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 62. John Bowles
- 63. William Bowles
- 64. Edward Bowles
- 65. Patrick Christopher Bowles
was born 24 Jun 1964; died 30 Sep 1983; was buried , Vine Lake Cemetery.
- 62. John Bowles
31. Thomas J. Griffin (20.Thomas3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1) was born 24 May 1920, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, US; died 29 Dec 1985, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, US; was buried , Calvary Cemetery Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, USA.
Notes:
Thomas J. Griffin, 65, of 100 W. Buffalo St., died Sunday, Dec. 29, 1985, at home. He was born in Ithaca, a son of the late Thomas and Catherine Breen Griffin. He was the widower of Helen Bernardi Griffin, who died in 1965.
Mr. Griffin Was the Commissioner of Jurors for Tompkins County for the past 15 years. He had retired from Irv Lewis in 1983 after 20 years of services. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, the B.P.O.E. 636 and the Eagles.
He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas W. and Nancy Griffin of Syracuse; a daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Glenn Anderson of Chelmsford, Mass.; five grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Beatrice M. Griffin of Ithaca and a cousin. Katherine Breen of Ithaca.
Published in Ithaca Journal Tues., Dec. 31, 1985Thomas married Helen Bernardi. Helen was born 9 Apr 1919; died 15 Sep 1958, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, US; was buried , Calvary Cemetery. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 66. Suzanne Griffin
- 66. Suzanne Griffin
32. Elizabeth Griffin (20.Thomas3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1)
33. Frances Griffin (20.Thomas3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1)
34. Katherine Griffin (20.Thomas3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1)
35. John Griffin (20.Thomas3, 6.Patrick2, 1.Thomas1)
36. Ruth Cecille McHugh
(23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1) was born 1 Aug1933, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, USA; died 5 De 2015, San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, USA; was buried , Gate Of Heaven Catholic Cemetery Los Altos, Santa Clara County, California, USA.
Notes:
Ruth McHugh Powers
Aug. 1, 1933 - Dec. 5, 2015
Resident of San Jose
After a brief battle with lung cancer, Ruth passed away peacefully in her home. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, daughter of Eleanor & John McHugh, she joins her son Terry, and four of her seven siblings in heaven.
Having lived a very full life, Ruth is best known for being a quick-witted, strong, and patient mother of nine children, a consistent and giving parishioner and choir member at Queen of Apostles Church, a steadfast community volunteer, an excellent bridge player, a fierce grammarian, and a loyal friend to many.
Ruth is survived by her husband of 62 years, John Thomas (Tom) Powers, and children Jack, Kevin (Lisa), Tim, Brian (Kim), Neil (Karol), Maureen, Shannon London (Bill), & Megan. She was a loving grandmother of 13, and great-grandmother of three.
Her memorial service is Sat., Dec. 12, at 12pm at Queen of Apostles; 4911 Moorpark Avenue. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to American Cancer Society in Ruth's memory. Send to your local division or this ACS address, with Ruth's name on the enclosure: 3609-C Midway Dr., San Diego, CA 92101.
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/173634425/ruth-powersRuth married John Thomas Powers (son of Albert Thomas Powers and Mary Frances Clancy) [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 67. Megan Powers
- 68. Shannon Powers
- 69. Maureen Powers
- 70. Jack Powers
- 71. Kevin Powers
- 72. Tim Powers
- 73. Brian Powers
- 74. Neil Powers
- 75. Terence Gerard Powers
was born 19 Mar 1960, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, USA; died 17 Oct 2010, Saratoga, CA, US; was buried , Gate Of Heaven Catholic Cemetery Los Altos, Santa Clara County, California, USA.
- 67. Megan Powers
37. Mary Clare M. McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1) was born 7 Jan.1926, Chicago, IL; died 8 Sep 2009, Punta Gorda, FL.
Notes:
Mary Clare M. Sanders, 83, of Punta Gorda, FL died Sept 8, 2009. She was born January 7, 1926 in Chicago, IL to John and Eleanor McHugh. In the 1940's, she was one of the original Quiz Kids on a national radio show that originated in Chicago. It featured gifted youngsters in a quiz show format. When the Quiz Kids traveled to Washington, DC, they were greeted and entertained by Eleanor Roosevelt in the East Room of the White House. They were also hosted by Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia on a visit to New York City. Mary Clare received her Bachelor of Arts degree, summa cum laude, from DePaul University in 1947. She worked as an executive secretary and administrative assistant at Time-Life publications and at the Cadillac Division of General Motors. She moved with her family to Punta Gorda from the Chicago area in Dec 1985 and was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was also a former member of the Punta Gorda Boat Club. She is survived by her loving husband of sixty years, LeRoy D. Sanders a longtime reader and Eucharistic minister at Sacred Heart and her beloved son John E. Sanders and his wife Evelyn; her sisters, Joan Bernard G. Roer, Ruth John T. Powers and Janet McHugh; brothers, John C. and William F. McHugh. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am, Wednesday, Sept 16, 2009 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Punta Gorda. Inurnment will take place at a later date. The family requests donations in memory of Mary Clare to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34238.
Mary married LeRoy D. Sanders. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 76. John E. Sanders
- 76. John E. Sanders
38. Joan McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1)
Joan married Bernard G. Roer. [Group Sheet]
39. Janet McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1)
40. John C. McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1)
41. William F. McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1)
42. Rosemary A McHugh (23.Eleanor3, 9.Mary2, 1.Thomas1)