Bernard Joseph Griffin

September 24, 1924 - December 15, 2015

Bernard Joseph Griffin, 91, of Hudson, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at Columbia Memorial Hospital. Born September 24, 1924 in Stottville, he was the son of the late Bernard and Zebeth (New) Griffin. He served in the US Navy as a Machinist's Mate Second Class during World War II, earning the Good Conduct Medal, the Victory Medal, the American Theater Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Medal with 2 stars. Bernard was employed as a technician at Smith's Tire Shop in Hudson. He was a life member of the Hudson American Legion and VFW 1314, and enjoyed hunting. Bernard was a kind, gentle man that always had a smile on his face. He was a life time resident of Columbia County. In addition to his parents, Bernard was predeceased by his wife, Helen (Szepessy) Griffin, his son, Michael Griffin, and two brothers, George and John Griffin. Surviving are his son, Bernard Griffin, and daughter, Colleen Griffin, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Calling hours are 5:00 to 7:00 pm Friday at the Bates & Anderson - Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted at 10:00 am Saturday at Cedar Park Cemetery.