Friday, October 30, 2026 | St. Lawrence County, NY
MASSENA -- Wayne D. Griffith, age 84, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, October 28, 2026, at his home in Orchard Park, NY, surrounded by his loving family. He was formerly of Massena, NY.
Arrangements for cremation are entrusted to Fox & Murray Funeral Home, with burial to take place at the Louisville Community Cemetery.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, JoAnn Griffith of Orchard Park; his daughters, Mary Ellen Kolodziejczak, and her children, Matthew (Rilee), Peter (Anna and granddaughter Letty), and Benjamin Kolodziejczak, all of Orchard Park; Julie (Michael) Albert and their children, Brandon (Kelly) Albert and Morgan (Matt) Roeder, of Massena; and Kevin (Kelly) Liddell and their children, Aubrie and Kirstin, of Waddington. He is also survived by his sister, Sandy (Jerry) Mousaw of West Potsdam; his brother, Steven (Sylvia) Griffith of Baldwinsville NY; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Wayne was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Doris Griffith; a younger brother Larry; sisters Janice (Fred) Walden and Nancy (Hank) Massia; along with an older brother, Jimmy (Judy) Griffith.
Born on March 4, 1942, in Parishville, NY, Wayne was the son of Harold and Doris (Crump) Griffith.
He graduated from Lisbon Central School in 1961 and proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era from 1965 to 1967.
On February 26, 1973, he married the love of his life, JoAnn Browning, in Heuvelton, NY. Together, they shared many years of love, companionship, and cherished family memories.
Wayne dedicated 36 years of service to Alcoa in Massena, working in Fleet Maintenance before retiring in 2000.
Outside of work, he enjoyed traveling and, most importantly, spending time with his family. The time he shared with his loved ones brought him great happiness, and he will be lovingly remembered for the years, memories, and special moments they shared.
Memorial contributions may be made to a Hospice in your area.
Condolences and fond memories can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.
