Ryan Kevin Griffin Pittsfield, Massachusetts Obituary

Ryan Kevin Griffin

<p>Ryan Kevin Griffin of Dalton, MA originally of Bethpage, NY passed away suddenly on May 20th, 2023 at the age of 33. </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan was born in Plainview, NY on June 28, 1989 to Cathy and Kevin Griffin. Raised and educated in Bethpage, NY, he was a 2007 graduate of Bethpage High School where he excelled in sports and was All-County in volleyball, basketball and golf. Ryan graduated with a degree in Political Science and Criminal Justice from Sacred Heart University, where he met his wife Kayla Jerome. Ryan and Kayla married September 3, 2017 in Alexandria, VA surrounded by their loving family and friends from near and far away. While living in Virginia, Ryan was employed as an officer with the United States Capitol Police where he proudly served as a member of the Hazmat, Capitol Visitors Center and First Responders Units. </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan and Kayla were blessed with the birth of their daughter Savannah in 2020, who Ryan lovingly called “Peanut”, Kayla and Savannah were his world. Their little family, including their pups Sophie and Roco, had many wonderful times together, which they they deeply cherished. They loved summer night walks with their dogs, and taking Savannah on trips to the zoos, museums, playground, and picnics on the lake. Savannah and her Dada could be found running through sprinklers in the backyard, splashing around in the pool, making pictures with sidewalk chalk and blowing bubbles. Savannah shares her father’s love for ice cream, and Ryan was always willing to split a sundae from Friendly’s with his favorite little “Peanut”. </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan was a one of a kind guy who people just wanted to be around. He always knew how to get everyone laughing, with his sense of humor. He could easily strike up a conversation with anyone and he had a way of making you feel like he knew you forever, even if you had just met. Ryan liked to make sure all his friends stayed in touch, reaching out and planning get togethers and trips with Kayla and himself. His loyalty to his family and friends was like no other. Ryan was a loving son and always looked forward to spending time with his parents in Florida. He thought the world of them, and always strove to make them proud. Ryan admiringly looked up to his older brother Walt, whom he could talk to about anything whether it be football, family, or whatever was on his mind. Ryan adored his Nana and enjoyed traveling the world with her. If any of Ryan’s loved ones needed help he would be there no matter what to show his support. Ryan’s family and friends were everything to him.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryan was an avid sports fan, he enjoyed following the Yankees and Giants but his passion like his father was watching Miami Hurricane college football.</p><p><br></p><p>Ryan will always be loved and cherished, and he forever holds a special place in the hearts of those blessed to have known him. </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan is survived by his wife Kayla, and daughter Savannah; parents Cathy and Kevin Griffin of Mount Dora, FL; brother Walt and sister-in-law Kelly Griffin of Rome, GA; maternal grandmother Margaret Lang of Mount Dora, FL; Uncle Gary and Karyn Lang of Marblehead, MA; Uncle Paul and Anne Lang of Winchendon, MA; Uncle Brian Griffin of Sanford, FL; Aunt Maureen Howard of Lake Mary, FL; Uncle John and Annette Griffin of Johnsburg, IL; and several cousins Zachary (Jess), Amy (Gerald), David (Laura), Jonathan, Christopher, Chris (Jaya), Timmy (Jacob), John and Shannon; mother and father-in-law Theresa and Michael Jerome of Dalton, MA; sister-in-law Jordan and Mike England of Londonderry, NH; nephew KD and niece Sloane. Along with a multitude of wonderful friends. </p><p><br></p><p>Ryan is predeceased by maternal grandfather John Lang, paternal grandparents Kevin and Mary Griffin, and uncle Stan Howard.</p><p><br></p><p>A “Celebration of Life” will be held in Mount Dora, FL at a later date.</p><p><br></p><p>In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to Savannah Griffin to support her established education fund. Donations can be mailed to Dery-Foley Funeral Home located at 890 East Main Street Dalton, MA 01226. The family greatly appreciates all the kind words, prayers and support received during this time.</p><p><br></p>
June 28, 1989 - May 20, 202306/28/198905/20/2023
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Sal Corso
June 4, 2023
There are no words that could possibly express my feelings when losing someone who I could easily picture as being my own son. I always refer to Ryan as a STUD, and not just because of his good looks, and his tremendous athleticism, as well as his scholarly achievements.... Continue Reading
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Vicky Morris
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Kayla and Ryan's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your surgical family are thinking of you.
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