By permission of Russ & Christine Griffith:
Hi all,I'd like to thank everyone for their condolences on behalf of myself, Russ and the rest of Hoss's family. I've got an update on the arrangements that have been made.Johnson-Romito Funeral Home99 West Aurora RoadNorthfield, OH 44067(330)468-1443will be handling the visitation and service Hours will be Wednesday 8/12/20092 - 4 PM and 6 - 9 PM In lieu of flowers, donations can be made (to his parents) to help cover the burial costs.Any cards being mailed to the family should be addressed to;Mr & Mrs Richard Griffith7687 Chaffee Rd Northfield OH 44067Cards can also be left @ First Aid, or soap booth during faire & we'll make sure Mom & Dad get themAlso - anyone wishing to come is Garb is encouraged to do so - and will be very welcome. Faire was a very happy part of Hoss's life and his parents know how important his other family was to him
Here is the obit in today's Akron Beacon Journal.There is also a guest book if anyone wishes to share their thoughts. I know it would mean the world to his family to hear from you all.http://www.legacy.com/ohio/Obituaries.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonID=131226934--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Scott A. ``Hoss" Griffith, age 49, of Sagamore Hills, died Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Coopers Lake in Butler Township, Pa., while attending a Renaissance Festival. He was the beloved son of Richard G., Sr. and Shirley A. (nee Aitken) Griffith; dear brother of Richard G. (Cynthia) Griffith, Jr. and Russell L. (Christine) Griffith; uncle of Rebecca L. (Stephen) Weatherby and Nicole K. (Joseph) Stratton; great-uncle of Ezekiel and Vera Stratton; and also survived by his dog and traveling companion "Dude." Friends will be received at JOHNSON-ROMITO, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME, 99 WEST AURORA ROAD (RT. 82 ONE MILE WEST OF RT. 8), NORTHFIELD CENTER, OHIO, (330) 468-1443 WEDNESDAY, 2 TO 4 AND 6 TO 9 P.M. Masonic Service by Summit Lodge #213 F&AM Wednesday at 7:30 P.M. Private family inurnment to be held at a later date.http://www.legacy.com/ohio/Guestbook.asp?Page=GuestBook&PersonID=131226934