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Griffin, Scott

Scott Edward Griffin passed away on August 23, 2021.

Scott Edward Griffin, beyond a shadow of doubt, was one of the strongest and most considerate people we have ever known. Sadly, we lost this great man far too soon on Monday, August 23rd 2021. Born in 1967 to Carolyn and William Griffin, Scott was raised in Randolph, MA and left home for Boston after graduating Randolph High as a member of the class of 1985.

As a young man with little to his name, Scott began his journey from home by becoming a barback/doorman for the ever-infamous bar, Daisy Buchanan’s. Scott dedicated himself to whatever he was a part of and soon would become one of Daisy’s finest. One of his most famous concoctions was a Jack and Ginger. What was the magic behind it? “A lot of Jack and a splash of ginger.”

During his Daisy days, he met his wife, Denise, and they would bring their son, Derik, into the world. Scott and Denise dedicated themselves to parenting. And it shows in the man that Derik has become. With Scott’s passing, Denise lovingly recognizes Scott as a wonderful life partner and the best father a child could ever have.

After his prime years in the bar business were over, Scott worked for Wellesley College in the early morning until evening, attended classes at Phoenix University, and finally would go to work at the bar, all while he had a child he was caring for. Later in his life, Scott would leave Wellesley College and soon become the Quality Assurance Manager at Melville Candy in Randolph, MA. Through his hard work and dedication, Scott would be asked to become the CEO of the company, which he accepted. Soon after becoming the CEO, Melville began to work with big companies like Disney, Universal Studios, and Walmart. His success stemmed from not only the people he worked with, but also his own abilities as a leader. Scott had a certain air about him that made such a humble man somehow feel larger than life. His presence commanded respect, but rarely in an aggressive way, he would light up a room in an instant and was a person that others looked for. Scott’s impact on his family and those around him was massive and no words will ever truly be able to describe what just his smile could do. Always calm and caring, Scott lived his life to the fullest and imparted his experience to others, not through words alone, but through the way he carried himself.

His extended family was another of Scott’s sweet spots. Hanging out at his younger brother and sister-in-law’s pool…hoisting a few with his sister and brother-in-law at Lewis’…smoking a fine stogie and sipping an equally fine bourbon with his older brother. He was the greatest uncle to his nieces and nephews, and they relied on him for everything. No matter what the problem, Scott could always solve it. The fact that he was a Frye-boot-wearing Deadhead only enhanced his magic. Scott’s kindness and compassion were lifelong, which he shared with his hundreds of friends. If you knew Scott, you were blessed and were a better person for it.
Scott leaves behind his wife, Denise and son, Derik. Beyond his immediate family he leaves his older brother, Bill, his wife, Sue, his older sister Kathy, her husband, Mike, his younger brother Sean and his wife, Sandra, and his brother-in-law, David DeMartini. In addition, he leaves his mother-in-law Mary Jane Marmo, his father-in-law, Howard DeMartini and his wife, Helen. He also leaves his many nieces and nephews. Brendan and his wife Ashley, Erin, and Ryan Crowley, Liam and Michaela Griffin, Aria Gately, and Jack and Caitlin Corrigan as well as his many cousins. He is pre-deceased by his parents, Bill and Carol Griffin, his cousin, Kevin Corrigan, and his step-father-in-law, Joseph Marmo.

Scott’s impact on these lives is truly immeasurable and his reach extends far past just his family. Each person that was a part of Scott’s life all share one thing in common. We are all heavily impacted by his memory. Scott would never want us to grieve for him. He was and still is too strong, he was the glue and motor for his family and friends. Scott, we wish you could see how much we all miss you and how much we need you; you always kept us strong and aware while reminding us that even if today is hard there is always another day. Dad, I love you beyond words and miss you like crazy. Thank you for everything.

Visiting hours are Monday, August 30th, 2021, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home, 134 S. Main Street, Randolph, MA. Thank you so much for your attendance, it is greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations in Scott's memory can be made to a charity of one's choice.

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RHS Class of 1985 Reunion Committee:
Danyel (Daly) MacKillop, Loretta (Hurley) Dailey, Brian Howard, Barry Levine, Stuart Schoenfeld.