Tj Griffin Obituary

TJ Griffin

On Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, TJ took his final ride, leaving behind his best friend and wife, Patty (Wince), his greatest gift, his daughter Faith, and loving stepchildren, Justice and Brayden Cheney.

TJ was born Oct. 20, 1983, to Tim E. Griffin, who precedes him in death and mother, Deborah P. Martin.

TJ is also survived by his siblings, Jessica (Brian) McKinley and Josh "JD" (Diana) Griffin; grandmother, Ruth Griffin; aunt, Carol Ann Griffin; uncle, Gene Griffin; uncle, Gary Shick; aunt, Darlene Shick; stepbrothers, Brock (Kara) Martin, Dustin (Lori) Crabtree, and Lance Crabtree; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

TJ always had a love for motorcycles, taking his first ride as a baby. Motorcycles were in his blood. Aside from his wife and kids, he lived and breathed motorcycles. His greatest achievement was in 2012 when he was selected to be a builder for the Smoke Out Chop Off in North Carolina. He was featured in The Horse magazine. In the biker community, he was known as "Irish." He was proud of his Irish roots.

He never had a problem telling anyone what he thought. He was a brutally honest man with a huge heart that he didn't let many see. He would help anyone in need.

He left this world doing what he loved. He is now riding alongside his dad on the golden highway.

He had his dream job working at Route 30 Harley-Davidson and loved all of those he worked with.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, especially his wife and kids.

It was his wish to be cremated with no formal service.

A celebration of TJ's life will be 5 p.m. Sunday, April 16, 2023, at Route 30 Harley-Davidson, 350 Tarhe Trail, Upper Sandusky. He also requested to have a big party in his garage in remembrance of him at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made on behalf of the family to Coldren-Crates Funeral Home.

Please look out for motorcycles on the road!