GRIFFIN, Sydney Patrick - December 27, 1928 - March 11, 2019
Gone Home Passed away peacefully on March 11, 2019 at the age of 90.
Syd was the beloved husband of the late Norma Beverly Griffin (2007).
He leaves behind his loving children, Derek Griffin (Elizabeth) and Eleanor Grilo (Carlos) and his cherished grandchildren Connor, Kevin and Brooke Grilo.
Longtime friend and companion to Freida Ondreyka. Uncle to many nieces and nephews.
The last of 5 Griffin siblings, predeceased by brothers Jack and Desmond and sisters Eleanor and Marion. Born in Winnipeg but grew up in Montreal. He began a career at Johns Manville in Montreal where he met his wife Norma. The job took them to Asbestos, Quebec where Syd enjoyed a successful career in purchasing, earning his PMAC certification and rising to the role of Purchasing Manager.
His career achievements led him to become a member of the "Quarter Century Club" as well as a member and president of the Purchasing Managers Association of Canada (PMAC).
In 1979 the job took Syd and the family to Toronto.
A memorial service to celebrate Syd's life will be held at St. John's Dixie, 737 Dundas St. East, Mississauga. Service with reception to follow will be held on Saturday, March 16th at 4:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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