Obituary of Endy S Griffiths

Mr. Endy Solomon Griffiths, 71, currently of Lansingburgh (North Troy), formerly of Providence, RI, died unexpectedly on Wednesday May 20th surrounded by his loving family. Although we mourn the loss of our beloved father and grandfather, we celebrate his reward, being at home with his Savior Jesus Christ. Mr. Griffiths was born on October 10, 1943 in St Elizabeth, Jamaica West Indies. He came to Rhode Island in 1978 and was employed by cable electric factory in North Providence, Rhode Island for 11 years. Mr. Griffith was also proficient in making yarn, thread and was also a jeweler. Endy was united in marriage to Naomi Smith on September 27th, 1978 in Jamaica, West Indies. Besides his wife, survivors to cherish his memory include his children: Donna Griffiths of Canada, Garnett Griffiths (Tiesha) of Providence RI, Carol Griffiths of Dade County, Florida, Althea Wood (Keino) of Rensselaer County, NY, Dave Griffith of Jamaica West Indies and Emily Ann Franqueira (Raeshard) of Hudson, NY. Endy was the beloved grandfather of: Nikida King (Great grand-Jojo), Garnette R Griffiths Jr., Shenade Griffiths, Garnette R. Griffiths Jr.II, Randy Griffiths, Jesse Ranglin, Keivon Wood, Nathan Wood, Iyasia Wood, Thomas Franqueira, Azariah Franqueira, Emarii Franqueira Endy's surviving siblings include his brothers: Lindel Griffiths of London, England, Alfonso and Albert Griffiths of Jamaica, West Indies, and his sisters: Durlene and Vionie, both of Providence RI and Gladcelyn of Florida Endy was predeceased by his parents and his brother Cleon. Important Personal Information: Mr. Griffiths favored Conscious Reggae Music that speaks to the times, life, etc. Some of his favorite artists included Peter Tosh, Luciano and Bob Marley. " I think one of the biggest aspects of my dad's life that has made the greatest impact on me, is the fact that he had roughly a 5th- 6th grade education. With it, he made a life for himself that was comparable to that of a person with an advanced degree. He had a work ethic that was second to none. He wasn't afraid to do what others wouldn't. He was no stranger to hard work and long hours. Dad never took days off of work to appease anyone, not even himself. He took his vacation, but worked, well on his cars! He worked in factories, simply put; he did whatever he had to do to support his family. Dad had this thing with his khaki uniforms. He wore them to work well ironed and clean. He wore his khakis as an executive of a law firm would. He wore them to work even when uniforms weren't required for the job. He wore them to visit you and me. That was my dad! He lives on in everyone's life he's touched. Don't forget the khaki! " -Written from the heart of his daughter, Althea Wood. The Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday May 27th from 1PM until 2PM at the Riverview Funeral Home, 218 2nd Avenue (corner of 104th Street) in North Troy. A home going funeral celebration will commence at 2PM in the funeral home. Viewing 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Wednesday, May 27, 2015 Riverview Funeral Home 218 2nd Avenue Troy, New York, United States 12180 Home Going Celebration 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Wednesday, May 27, 2015 Riverview Funeral Home 218 2nd Avenue Troy, New York, United States 12180