Funeral services for Samuel Don Griffin, Lawrence, will be at 11 am Thursday at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. A visitation will be held 6 – 7:30 Wednesday at the funeral home. The family requests casual attire for all events.
Samuel Don Griffin was born October 7, 1998, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, the son of Jeff and Dawn Griffin. Sam has been a resident of Lawrence most of his life. He passed away in Lawrence on February 20, 2016.
Sam was a lover of music and was quite proficient especially on the guitar and bass. He was a bass player for the band Hotel Coffee with his friends Luke and Legend. He last played at the Bottleneck. He also played at the Jackpot, Frank’s Tavern, The Replay Lounge, and The Granada in Lawrence, The Boobie Trap in Topeka, and other venues across eastern Kansas, including but not limited to locations in Ottawa, Kansas City, Kan., and Kansas City, Mo. Sam’s work with Hotel Coffee will be recognized in the Lawrence Punk Rock Compilation, 2nd volume, to be released later this year.
Sam previously played for the band Secret 77. He received his high school equivalency diploma, and previously had worked at Checkers and Party America.
Sam was beloved by his friends and family. Sam’s closest friends included Legend, Luke, Emma, Sedric, and Charlie, among others.
Sam is survived by his parents, Jeff and Dawn of the home, and two brothers, Jason (Kate) and Joel all of Joplin, Mo. He is also survived by his Granny and Pa Don and Judy Crowell of Emporia, and his Grandpa and Grandma Tom and Beverly Griffin of Lawrence. Sam is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, a niece Willa, and countless friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Sam Griffin Fund, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Dear Beverly, Tom, Jeff, Dawn, and extended Griffin family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine your pain.
May you find some comfort in your wonderful memories of this gifted young man.
Becky Christian Patience
Heartfelt sympathies to you Jeff and family. Many recent conversations with Jeff about Sam and his musical talents brighten many of my days. Your love of Sam huge .. I will never forget. May you all have peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you and all of Sam’s friends. Of all of Emma’s friends, I always had a soft spot for Sam. And even though he never talked much around me, I was fortunate enough to hear him sing a few times. Peace, Sam.
My sympathy and prayers are with your family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
We are so so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss Jeff . Prayers go out to your family
May the Lord above cradle you in His care during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers go out to all of Sam’s family and loved ones. May God give you strength and comfort at this most difficult time. And may your beautiful memories sustain you all!
Prayers and hugs for everyone. Sam will be missed and remembered.
There are no words that can express the deep sorrow and pain of losing a child. I’m so deeply sorry… Thoughts and prayers go out to you Jeff, your wife and to all your family.
Jeff
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much You loved SAM,but life will go on.I have known your family for 40+ years and know how strong they are. If you need anything call me.
Your fried, Rich
Jeff and Dawn we are so sorry to hear about Sam. Out thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jeff and family, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers to you all in this difficult time.
Dawn and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Sam, i remember him fondly from my DCCCA days. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
Dawn, We are so sorry to hear about Sam. You and your family are in our hearts. I will always remember Sam as the joyous little boy who came over to play. Nina, Devin and Brian.
Jeff and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. May Sam rest in piece and God give you the strength to get this difficult time.
Dawn, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this sad time of your lives. May God be with you.
Jeff and Dawn we are so sorry to hear about your son, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families and this difficult time
Words are inadequate at times like this. We were saddened and shocked by the news and our sympathies are with you and your family. While rock and roll never dies,too many young rockers die before their time. Sam lives on in your memories and his music. We all miss him.
So very sorry to hear about Sam. A talented, intelligent young man who left our world much too soon. Thoughts and prayers for Sam’s family and friends.
So sorry for your loss of Sam. He was and always will be apart of so many lives. My heart knows your pain. Hugs and prayers to one and all.
So very sorry for your loss. Sam was and always will be a part of many lives. He played the best music ever. My deepest thoughts and prayers to one and all. For I know for myself how hard this is on you. Please know there are a lot of people that love you all. Prayers my friends. RIP Sam
Was sorry to hear about Sam last night. I know this has to be a difficult time for you. We are thinking of you both. Praying you find comfort in the days ahead.
Jeff and Dawn, Tom and Bev, and family,
My heart and prayers go out to you as you grieve the loss of Sam. I am so sorry to hear of it.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family.
Unsure of what to say in a time of such great pain and loss other than there is a whole community of people thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer. Sam was a great kid who touched many people. He shall continue on, through his music
Dawn and family, Sorry to hear about Sam. We watched him grow up at work. Such a wonderful man. Lots of good memories.
Dawn and Jeff,
I am so sorry to hear about Sam.
I absolutely adored your son. Sam had such a beautiful soul and was an amazing talent. Luke is devastated by this, and so am I. I can only imagine your pain. I am so incredibly sorry.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sam had an incredible drive and spirit and I’m glad to have known him for just the short time that I did. He will be deeply missed.
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your son. Thought and prayers go out to you and your family during this time. May you find comfort and peace in the fond memories of him.
We are so sorry for your loss. Sam was such a talented young man. He will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Praying for you and yours in this most difficult time in your lives! May your rest be peaceful Sam!
Dawn and family,I will be praying for you and thinking of you in this time of such a great loss.Stay close to god! He is our refuge and strength in times of trouble.
My deepest sympathies go out to the family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss seeing Sam. He was such a sweet guy and a great friend to Legend and Luke. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you guys.
Dawn and family,
My sympathies to you and your family. My your loving memories guide you through this time.