BÝ 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
Jezzy thank you for post'n this information,
we have heard of this sad news. as we have said, me Belle and me do not know Ren Fest without Hoss, and our talks and tales with him will be miss'd sore'ly.
rest our friend..
OT & B...
No problem, my friend. Here's the obit with a link to the guestbook:
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