Kevin Griffis Obituary

I also played with Kevin @ FSU and got to know him a little better as he lived in an apartment next to mine. I probably have not seen Kevin in 25 years, but what I will remember most of Kevin was that he was a sincere and truly genuine person. All the best to the griffis family.

I just heard about Kevin from a B. Harlow. I played football at FSU when Kevin was there. I spoke with Kevin some after I graduated from FSU and he was living in Jacksonville working at GMAC. I'll never forget Kevin as a football player and as a friend. He could always find time to speak and say something good. He was always upbeat. I'll never forget the story about the shooting a GMAC. That was something big back then and he just acted like it happened. I do hope that all of his family can find a special way to remember him to ease any hurt.

I just learned of Kevin's passing from the latest edition of the Florida State Times. I am very sorry for your loss. While I hadn't seen Kevin for many years, as a student manager for the FSU Football team ('80-'84), I had the pleasure of knowing him fairly well. As has been stated in many previous entries, I too remember his politeness, warm personality, and faith, along with his outstanding work ethic & "can do" attitude on the practice fields. Though Kevin was a very good athlete, and a tough competitor, he may not have been as gifted as some of his teammates. However, nobody ever outworked, or outhustled Kevin. I know he was an inspiration to all who had the pleasure knowing him at FSU, and to those who had the opportunity to know Kevin in more recent years. My thoughts & prayers to you all.

Vickie,

Having recently moved away from Fruit Cove, I just now heard the news of Kevin's passing...He coached my son in Pop Warner, and together we often watched Kyle and Alex play in high school...both at practices and the games. Kevin was always there with a kind word and a smile..what a wonderful man he was...his inspiration helped guide my son to the next level and I want you to know that my family's hearts extend to yours in this most difficult time.

Vicki:

We continue to think of your family daily and pray that you are doing well during these most trying of times. Our hearts are burdened too and we miss our "best buddy" everyday. May the strength that Kevin always exhibited continue as an inspiration to all of us each day.

Vickie:

My heart and prayers go out to you. I had no idea you and Kevin were going through all of this. It's a long, hard road still ahead, I know. With God's grace and the support of your loving family and friends, your faith will sustain you. Please know, despite the miles, you are being lifted up by those of us who will always hold you and your family dear.

C.J. McCallum

Vickie,

I did not know Kevin very well, but I am glad I had the chance to meet him through BBABC.
Only time will heal the pain of your loss. I know it sounds cliche, but you will get through this with your family and friends support and Gods love.

Kim Karshner

Kelly and Kim, I am so sorry for your loss and for Kevin's family. I have such fond memories of ya'll and your mom and dad. There were many good times.

Angie Bacon LoPresti

VICKIE

OUR THOUGHTTS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS. MAY YOUR LOVE OF AND MEMORIES OF KEVIN HELP SEE YOU THROUGH THIS.
JOHN, JOYCE, AND DAVID METCALF

Vickie - It was truly a pleasure meeting the two of you, such a special couple. Kevin always brought joy to us at the clinic. You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dearest Vicki,
I just heard about Kevin from Nancy Hooks. I had no idea you were all going through this...please know that you and the boys are in my prayers and thoughts. Remember Christ's promise to us and find solice in the knowledge that Kevin is in paradise and you, too will venture there one day. For now, cling to the friends and family who love you so and will be there to walk you through this trauma. I wish I could be there to give you a hug and bring you a comfort meal. God is with you, always...
With deepest sympathy and love,
C.J. McCallum

At one time he was my boss and friend. Later he was my friend and my inspiration in all that I tried to achieve. I was notified of our loss while negotiating the post at Fort Bragg and I guess the Corporal on the gate wondered why my tears as he told me I could pass through. I will miss him until we meet again. I wish the best for Vicki, Jared and Kyle and my prayers are with them daily.

Kevin was a true inspiration and role model of how to lives ones life. It was a pleasure to have known him since 1987 when I first got in the car business. He touched so many lives in a positive way and we are so deeply saddened by his untimely passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to Vicki, Kyle, and Jared.

Kevin was a wonderful father and husband, Vickie, may you and the boys find the strength to make it through the difficult days ahead. He is pain free and perfect now and you KNOW you will see him again. Love you, girl,
Norma Soni

Working with Kevin in the GMAC Jacksonville office was truly a pleasure. I will miss seeing his smiling face. The service yesterday was a true testimony to the relationships he had with co-workers, friends, and the love he had for his faith and family. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

I treasure the memories of working with this fine gentleman. He was a big brother, friend and mentor to me and so many others who were blessed to share in his life. My thoughts and prayers to his wonderful family.

Our thoughts and paryers are with Kevin's family during such a challanging time. Steve and I worked with Kevin in Jacksonville and always enjoyed hearing his stories and seeing his smile.

Our time together in Charlotte, NC was a bright spot in my GMAC career. I was saddened to learn of Kevin's illness and passing. The comraderie of management team allowed for our many successes. You will be missed, our prayers go to you, Vicki and your sons.

I had the great privilege of working with Kevin at GMAC in the Carolinas. He was the epitome of goodness and a wonderful example to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with his beloved wife and sons whom he spoke of with such love and pride. God has received a wonderful angel.

Vicki, Kyle & Jared,
Please know you all have been in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin was a wonderful man and we feel blessed to have had his friendship for so long. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength, love and support. We know that Kevin is finally home and smiling down upon us and is happier than we can ever imagine! We love you and we are here for you.

Vickie, it was a real privilege and a joy to meet Kevin and you and to be a part of his care. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You could tell in a very short time what a very special individual Kevin was.

Kevin, was an awesome counterpart and one of the most professional individuals I ever had the pleasure to work with. He lead a team of true Captains in the finance industry in our market and it was an honor to have had the opportunity to know him. My heart goes out to his family.

Vickie, Kyle and Jared:
Kevin was a good friend to many, as evindenced by the many that showed up today to his service. He was a kind and compassionate man, who many of our local youth looked up to as their Coach in Pop Warner and Babe Ruth Baseball. He was a good leader to them and a great example to them also. He was always the gentleman. We will miss Kevin.

Rob, Donna, Robbie, Ryan and Ricky Belz

Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Kevin will remain in our hearts forever.

When I think of Kevin, I think of quiet strength. May you all draw upon that strength in your time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kevin was a wonderful person.
Yvonne Hart & Family

I met kevin when he would come into wade raulerson pontiac....and what a great and kind person....was always there to help us with customers and just a true professional and gentlemen.
My thoughts are prayers are to his family and at GMAC who Iam sure he will greatly be missed....

Kevin was a good man and I know that he was loved by many. He is now with the angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kevin was truly a remarkable person, he had a knack of making everyone feel comfortable and appreciated. He made our meetings enjoyable with his sense of humor and caring. He will be missed by many of the employees of GMAC. He spoke often and lovingly of you and your boys, he is now your gaurdian angel.

Goodbye to a special person and a special friend. You will be missed.

May God bless you and your family in this time of deep sadness.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Knowing Kevin over the years and his undying love for his family and friends, I know that he is now with our Lord. May the Lord bless and keep you all safe.

Dear Kim and family,
I've thought of you countless times since reading of your loss, knowing the sadness you will experience now and in the coming days. Hold tightly to your dearest memories and each other to comfort you through the hard times and know that my heartfelt sympathy is being sent your way.

Vicki, Kyle, & Jared
What can we say? Our hearts are truly broken. We just pray that the words of sympathy from family and friends will be a little bit of a healing balm to your soul.
Kevin was a wonderful Christian man.
Kirk really admired him and enjoyed being around him. Though he was taken
early from his boys, he raised them so
very well and gave them a wonderful Christian heritage.
Our hearts go out to each of you, Please know we are thinking about you
a lot, and praying for you. We pray that God surrounds you with His love,
peace and comfort.

Becky, Greg & Kirk Harrison

Kevin was always a great person to talk to as we watched our sons participate in sports. He was the light that shined so brightly.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Milton, Renee, Jared, Brittney & Kaylah Hayes

My family's thoughts & prayers are with your family. Kevin was a wonderful coworker & he personally did everything he could to make sure that several of us at GMAC were able to continue working. He was a wonderful person & will be sorely missed. He was a person who was truly admired by all.

I only knew him for a short time, but from day one it was always clear Kevin was a good man with a good heart. He always had only positive things to say about everyone, and it was a gift to be in his company. One of the rare individuals who seemed to always bring out the best in everyone around him. He will be missed and his family will be in my prayers.

Vicki, Kyle & Jared:
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you during this most difficult time. Kevin was a wonderful Christian man whom we will miss as a friend. What a wonderful witness he was. His humor always brought a smile to our faces. Reach out to God and know that He is walking with you through this. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

It was always a pleasure to see Kevin at work, and share in his stories. Please find strength in the love and devotion Kevin had for his family and friends, and how much people truly loved and admired him.

Kevin was an exceptional man in both his family life and the business world. We were very fortunate to have known him. He will be greatly missed. He was our champion, as we know, he was to many. Those lives he touched will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I ONLY KNEW KEVIN A FEW YEARS THROUGH BUSINESS BUT I CAN TRUELY SAY THAT HIS WAS ONE OF THE REALLY GOOD GUYS GONE WAY TO SOON.REST IN PEACE MORRIS SILAS MACCLENNY FL.

We would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies on the death of your beloved Kevin. This is and will be so hard. We hope all the years of love and happy memories will be a comfort to you. All our thoughts and prayers are with you.

It was a pleasure to know Kevin through Dr Levine's office. Everytime he came in we would talk football. I have a feeling he is up in heaven talking to Bear Bryant about Alabama football-and making sure FSU will be blessed by the football angels! Heaven gained a great man and we will miss him-please know that my thoughts and prayers are will his entire family.

Beverly Pye

Vicki and family ~ We are saddened by the news of Kevin's passing and wanted to extend our sympathy to you during this difficult time. It was a privilege and honor to work with Kevin at GMAC. He had my respect and admiration for his exemplary leadership, his character and integrity. His dedication to you and his sons was evident in the way he spoke of his life experiences you all shared. Kevin was a great leader, mentor, athlete, coach, husband and father that will always be remembered by the many lives he touched. May the promise of God's word be your hope today, your peace tomorrow and your comfort always.

He will be forever in our hearts, a truly wonderful, understanding and compassionate man. Our deepest sympathy.

Dear Vickie and boys.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you but rest assured, Kevin is in a better place and he will be watching over you forever.
Love
Pat and Tim Stephens
(Tammy's parents)
Thomasville, GA.

Kevin was a true southern gentleman.

My prayers are with you.

To the Family of Kevin: So sorry to hear of your loss- We both knew him when he was a baby growing up and attending school in Lake Butler. Also knew his parents well!!

Vicki, Kyle and Jared, may you take comfort in knowing an angel is now watching over you. God Bless you all.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Kevin and his family. Worked with Kevin a number of years and always considered him a friend and one of the good guys. He will be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Kevin and his familiy in this sorrowful time. Kevin was much more than just a boss, he was a great friend. I will always remember him and he will be deeply missed.

Please accept warm thoughts and prayers from the Liguori's (friend and co-worker of Chris). Chris has shared so many wonderful stories about Kevin's life, and I feel richer for having heard them. May God grant you peace.

J Liguori

I will miss Kevin very much. He was always there when I needed someone to talk to. He never judged me but was always positive and helpful. There will not be a day that goes by that I don't think of him. God be with his family.

Randy Chance
GMAC

I only knew Kevin for a short time through the Boosters, but he was always so friendly and welcoming, and just gave that air of being a wonderful human being. I can only imagine your grief at this time, and I will keep your family in my prayers. Know he is in a loving place and watching over you now.

Kevin often spoke of his family. You could tell there was nothing else as important.

As for doing business with Kevin, I can honestly say he made me feel like as was his most important client, every time we spoke.

I will miss him, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

John Hogan Jr.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. You were a great inspiration to many young athletes in St John's County.
June, Todd and Kelly Jamison

kevin,will never forget the great visits we had.you will not only be very missed by the business world,but by everyone who knew you.may you have everlasting peace,and to your family i offer my deepest condolences.rest in peace friend.rick rielli

YOUR HEARTS WILL ALWAY HOLD THE WONDERFUL LOVE AND MEMORIES

I was at FSU with Kevin, I was a student volunteer in the football office. He was always such a positive force. My thoughts are with you, his family, know that even old friends think well and fondly of Kevin.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Kevin was an amazing father, husband, friend, neighbor and coach. It was our pleasure having known him. He leaves behind an incredible legacy and amazing family.
John, Lynne, Evan and Derek Jansen
Saint Augustine, FL.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.