In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Chuck Griffith Jr., 86

Longtime Rumsonite Charles E. “Chuck” Griffith Jr. passed away on Sunday, March 10. He was 86.

Born and raised in New York City to Charles and Amalie Griffith, Chuck graduated high school from Westminster School in Simsbury, CT and from Hamilton College, both of which he remained a supportive alumnus over the years.

“Serving in the United States Army Reserves from 1962 to 1966, Chuck worked for many years in banking and was dedicated to giving back to his community through his commitment to volunteering. As a Rotarian, he drew from the principles of the Rotary International Four-Way Test — embracing truth, fairness, good will and friendship, ensuring that everything he did would be beneficial to all concerned. He served as treasurer of the YMCA, the Monmouth Boat Club and was a volunteer tax accountant at Fort Monmouth. A devoted baseball, soccer, and ice hockey coach, Chuck was the 1st President of the Matawan-Aberdeen Soccer League and served on the Boards of the American Cancer Society and Planned Parenthood for many years. While Chuck thoroughly enjoyed a good round of golf and open-water sailing, he held closest to his heart the time spent with his devoted family, whether attending life events, activities and athletic contests of his children and grandchildren, or sharing precious time at family gatherings.”
Loved ones of Chuck Griffith Jr. in his obituary

Chuck is predeceased by his parents and by his first wife, Susan Wilkins Griffith.

He is survived by: his beloved wife of 40 years, Nancy Griffith; his loving children, Jennifer Griffith Black and husband Brian, Charles E. Griffith III and wife Jeannie and Kate Griffith; his cherished grandchildren of whom he was incredibly proud, Kathryn, Carson, Tommy, McKenzie, Susan, Jack and Bray; his two younger brothers and their families, Alan Griffith and wife Penny and David Griffith and wife Jacqui; and a host of beloved brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Donations may be made in Chuck’s memory to the Griffith Family Scholarship, payable to Westminster School, 995 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT 06070, ATTN: Advancement Office.

— Edited obituary prepared by family via John E. Day Funeral Home