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Morris Griffiths Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1931 - 2009 Morris Lee Griffiths 1931-2009 Morris Lee Griffiths, 78, of Ashland died Saturday, July 18, 2009, at his residence. He was born Jan. 9, 1931, in Annadale, Va., son of the late Thomas Griffiths. He was the husband of Janet Robinson Griffiths, who survives. He was president of Ross Brothers Construction Company and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Russell and attended Rose Hill Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Rose Holman Institute of Technology with a degree in civil engineering. He was very active with the Tri-State Boy Scout Council and was a Kentucky Colonel. He also was a member of Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association, Tri-State Airport Authority where he had served as president; The American Society of Civil Engineers; and was an honorary life member of the Elks Lodge BPOE 350. He was a Colonel of the Commemorative Air Force and was a member of Tri-State Building Trades. He was an extraordinary business man and devoted much of his life to civic organizations. Morris loved being a gentleman farmer. He and Janet raised horses, cattle, ostrich and goats. He loved going fishing and the outdoor life. He also was preceded in death by one brother, Thomas Griffiths; and two sisters, Harriett Griffiths and Mary Griffiths. Survivors, in addition to his wife, include one son, John Thomas Griffiths and his wife, Colleen, of Ashland; one daughter, Teresa Joy Runyon and her husband, Jim, of Ashland; one sister-in-law, Mary Ann Griffiths of Cincinnati; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Rose Hill Baptist Church in Ashland by Dr. Ronnie Mayes and the Rev. Charles Stewart. Burial will be in Griffiths Family Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in his memory to the Boy Scouts of America. Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to steenfuneralhomes.com or mailed to the family at P.O. Box 1994, Ashland, Ky. 41105.

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There are currently 19 condolences.

Sen. Walter Blevins Wednesday July 29, 2009 at 8:24 AM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort.

David C. Norman Friday July 24, 2009 at 11:14 AM

Although Morris and I never had the chance to meet in person, we shared alot of similar interests. He will be greatly missed. May God Bless his family and loved ones.

Kay Simpson Wednesday July 22, 2009 at 11:59 AM

Janet, I was very sorry to learn of the death of Morris. Please know that I care. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.

Terry & Trish Shelton Wednesday July 22, 2009 at 11:52 AM

John my buddy, Our hearts are heavy for you and your family today, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all...Your bud...TS

Dave and Mary Moody outracedave@yahoo.com Wednesday July 22, 2009 at 9:57 AM

John, Mary and I want to offer you and your family our condolences for your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. Dave and Mary Moody

Gordon & Jan Pearson Tuesday July 21, 2009 at 9:22 PM

Morrie was a great cousin. When he would come back to Terre Haute, he would always take time to play catch with me and let me go with him to get his car washed. He used to call me Gordo and never once did he refuse to do something with me, time permitting. Morrie was a great role model and not only a fabulous relative but a good friend. As we all aged we grew distant but only because of miles between us all. I wish I could have talked with him one last time to let him know how much he meant to me. Janet, I pray that our Lord will give you and your family strength through this as the one great thing is that we will all see Morrie again. With out a doubt, Our Lord has welcomed Morrie home. May God continue to bless you and your family. Gordon and Jan Pearson

Michael Joe and Janette Sagraves Tuesday July 21, 2009 at 8:32 PM

Johh, we're thinking of you and your family during this time.

Bill Hughes Tuesday July 21, 2009 at 1:18 PM

My most sincere condolences to the Griffiths family. I worked for Mr. Griffiths many MANY years ago as an estimator along with Bill Mitchell and Vernon Honeycutt. As witnessed by others' comments, he was truly a special man. Many can attribute much of what they had to him. His loss will be sadly felt. Blessings of comfort to us all.

Bonnie Ross Tuesday July 21, 2009 at 10:10 AM

My deepest sympathy to Terri, Jim, Janet, Lauren, Lee and all others. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Morris will be missed by everyone. I know how it is to loose a loved one especially a parent. God Bless you all.

"Grandmother" Monday July 20, 2009 at 8:57 PM

You will be deeply missed by all of your Ross Brothers "family". And my prayers go out to your family, Janet, John, Terri and all of your beautiful grandchildren. You are in a far better place...Keep up the good works.

Mike and Carol Jean Cieraszynski Monday July 20, 2009 at 7:23 PM

Janet, Our deepest sympathy. God bless.

Debbie Burke Monday July 20, 2009 at 6:53 PM

My condolences to Janet and the family. Morris is sadly missed at the office. He had such a quirky sense of humor that will be missed by all who knew and worked with him. I thank him for all he allowed me and my family to accomplish through these years w/ RBCC. Respectfully, Debbie Burke

Lucy C. Rollins Monday July 20, 2009 at 5:59 PM

My deepest sympathy to your family. Morris and I served on the Tri-State Airport Authority Board together for over 20 years. I found him to always be fair in our dealings and I have counted him my friend. I was saddened to learn of his death and I will miss him as a friend and board member. We have both suffered recently with health issues and because of that and the sudden death of my nephew, I will be unable to attend his service. Please know that you are in my prayers.

Nelson Paden Monday July 20, 2009 at 5:40 PM

To the family of Morris. I always admired Morris and his contribution to aviation. He will be missed by many in and out of aviation. I offer my sincere thoughts to all. Nelson Paden

Charles and Kathleen Meade and Family Monday July 20, 2009 at 3:02 PM

We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Jane (Mann) Dudley Monday July 20, 2009 at 11:43 AM

We are so sorry to hear of Morrie's passing. It is hard to lose a parent.

Sandy Fitzpatrick Monday July 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM

Janet, I am so very sorry I have always liked Morris and enjoyed working for him as a member of Airport Board. If there is anything I can do please feel free to call. Sandy

Bob Harte Monday July 20, 2009 at 8:51 AM

There was no better man in this Tri-State Area Than Morris Griffiths. He will be sadly missed by me and many others.The families who worked for Morris over the years bought many home's, educated and fed their families through his efforts. My thought's and prayers are with the family. Travel well my friend. Your Friend Bob Harte

Robert Cruickshank Sunday July 19, 2009 at 8:37 AM

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Morris Griffiths as we all have lost a great man. He was my mentor when I joined the Engineering Department of Ashland Oil and Refining in 1957. Not only was he a great Engineer but a great friend and inspiration. He will be missed but long remembered.

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