Steven Lewis Griffith
January 15, 1962 ~ April 19, 2022
Steve “Griff” Griffith
January 15, 1962 – April 19, 2022
Steve Lewis Griffith of Reston, VA (currently Raleigh, NC) passed away unexpectedly, at age 60, at Fairfax Hospital on April 19th, 2022 while visiting his sons and extended family in Northern Virginia.
Steve is predeceased by his Mother, Ann Tobin Griffith and his father, Richard Lewis Griffith. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 34 years, Kathy and their two sons, Riley and Trevor. He is also survived by his stepmother Rosalee Griffith and mother-in-law, Elaine Daugherty; father-in-law, Don Hurst; sister Sandy Rhoads, her husband Rob, their daughter Olivia and her husband Mike; Stepsisters Foster and Treva and their husbands, David and Rush; Kathy’s two brothers, David and Scott Hurst and their wives Kim and Debbie Hurst; his adoring nieces and nephews; Emily, Madison, Ali, Brennan and Josh; along with many loving uncles, aunts, and cousins; and close friends who he thought of as family.
Steve had a quick wit and would strike up a conversation with anyone he met. He was passionate about sailing, fishing, cooking and especially his friends and family. He had so many talents but will always be remembered as the guy you could discuss any topic with. He knew something about everything! He was also the one you called to handle the most difficult situations (think copperheads and skunk removal,) and to share those funny everyday stories with. He would never say no to helping a friend, neighbor or even someone he'd only known for 5 minutes. He was a doer and a giver. He cherished Kathy, Riley and Trevor, as they did him. He will be deeply missed and although there is much sadness, there is also gratitude for the time his family and friends had with him. He is now free from pain and hanging with his dad, cracking jokes and watching over all of us.
Family and friends are invited to share memories of Steve and condolences to the family by following this link. https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/ghF0BgOo.
Steve left us too soon but will never be forgotten. In remembrance of Steve's remarkable life, please join us for a Celebration of Life and Reception on Thursday, June 16th from 12 Noon to 3:00 PM at the American Legion, 330 Center St. N, Vienna, Va.
After the reception, everyone is invited to continue the celebration with friends and family at a Barbecue, graciously hosted by the Dotterweich's and Steve's other amazing friends. Further details will be provided at the reception.
Dress comfortably for both events... Steve would want it that way.
January 15, 1962 – April 19, 2022
Steve Lewis Griffith of Reston, VA (currently Raleigh, NC) passed away unexpectedly, at age 60, at Fairfax Hospital on April 19th, 2022 while visiting his sons and extended family in Northern Virginia.
Steve is predeceased by his Mother, Ann Tobin Griffith and his father, Richard Lewis Griffith. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 34 years, Kathy and their two sons, Riley and Trevor. He is also survived by his stepmother Rosalee Griffith and mother-in-law, Elaine Daugherty; father-in-law, Don Hurst; sister Sandy Rhoads, her husband Rob, their daughter Olivia and her husband Mike; Stepsisters Foster and Treva and their husbands, David and Rush; Kathy’s two brothers, David and Scott Hurst and their wives Kim and Debbie Hurst; his adoring nieces and nephews; Emily, Madison, Ali, Brennan and Josh; along with many loving uncles, aunts, and cousins; and close friends who he thought of as family.
Steve had a quick wit and would strike up a conversation with anyone he met. He was passionate about sailing, fishing, cooking and especially his friends and family. He had so many talents but will always be remembered as the guy you could discuss any topic with. He knew something about everything! He was also the one you called to handle the most difficult situations (think copperheads and skunk removal,) and to share those funny everyday stories with. He would never say no to helping a friend, neighbor or even someone he'd only known for 5 minutes. He was a doer and a giver. He cherished Kathy, Riley and Trevor, as they did him. He will be deeply missed and although there is much sadness, there is also gratitude for the time his family and friends had with him. He is now free from pain and hanging with his dad, cracking jokes and watching over all of us.
Family and friends are invited to share memories of Steve and condolences to the family by following this link. https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/ghF0BgOo.
Steve left us too soon but will never be forgotten. In remembrance of Steve's remarkable life, please join us for a Celebration of Life and Reception on Thursday, June 16th from 12 Noon to 3:00 PM at the American Legion, 330 Center St. N, Vienna, Va.
After the reception, everyone is invited to continue the celebration with friends and family at a Barbecue, graciously hosted by the Dotterweich's and Steve's other amazing friends. Further details will be provided at the reception.
Dress comfortably for both events... Steve would want it that way.
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Speaking of “He was also the one you called to handle the most difficult situations (think copperheads and skunk removal,) and to share those funny everyday stories with. ” Steve and I were shooting Skeet at Bull Run and there was only one Skeet trap open because there was a 6 foot black snake rapped around the thrower. No one wanted to go in there. Steve said real calmly…OK….I’ll get it and he did. He calmly pulled it out and let it go. Steve then proceeded to talk them into a free round of Skeet since the other trap was now ready for business! That’s Steve. Always a salesman. I miss you Brother. Mike
I am beyond sad that this funny, intelligent, kind man is gone. I met him WAY back when in 1994 when we both worked in a building in Reston that had shared office space and had kept in touch ever since. He could always make me laugh….
I always heard Steve telling the kids, “an inch is a cinch but a yard is hard” I’ve repeated this to my kids for years, always giving him credit. When I asked him where he heard this, or did he make it up, he responded, “I dunno, some guy said it” We loved him so much
Kathy, Trevor and Riley, My deepest condolences in the passing of your father, your husband and my cousin. This is life changing and I’m sorry I couldn’t be at your service today. Steve, with his sparkling eyes, incredible whit, silly laugh and genuine soul, will be in my heart forever. I’ll never forget Christmas mornings where Steve would play a holiday song from the “Peanuts” record. Or the time he rolled a huge beer truck into his back yard for graduation party as my family watched from Grandma’s house, nor forget about the sunglasses at your wedding, he was so cute and always made an impact! The best things in life are the people we LOVE, the places we’ve seen and the memories we’ve made along the way. I’ll never forget Steve and will cherish my memories. All my love, Danielle
Oh my friend… I’m so sorry to hear this. I loved you. We grew up together. Our families were the best of friends. Too many memories to list. You are forever a part of me.