Livonia: At age 82, Mary Ellen passed away peacefully on January 29, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born in Angelica, NY to the late Leonard and Almeda Hargraves. Mary Ellen is predeceased by her husband; Carmen Griffo, her son Charles Griffo and her sisters; Virginia McKnight and Beverlee Loper. Survived by her children; Joseph Griffo of Gates, NC; John (Cindy) Griffo of Franklin, OH; and Charlene (Paul) Leistman of Livonia, NY; and her grandchildren; Ricari, Jermayn, Jazzmyn, Michael, Desirea, Jacob Griffo, Samantha, and Rebecca Leistman.
A graduate of Alfred Almond High School, where she was a cheerleader all 4 years of high school, Mary Ellen went on to become a nurse at the Craig Colony in Sonyea, New York before her marriage to Carmen In April 1948. Shortly after marriage, Mary Ellen became a loving mother and homemaker whose life was dedicated to her family. In the years leading up to her passing, she was an avid reader, sewing enthusiast, cook, and baker.
Charlene, Paul, Samantha, and Rebecca lovingly cared for Mary Ellen in their home for the last 3 years of her life. Joe and John give them their greatest and most heart-felt gratitude.
Friends and family are invited to visit and share memories at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21Big Tree Street in Livonia on Saturday, February 9, 2019 from: 2-4 PM with a Funeral Service to immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to: American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Tony Leavy and Peg Leavy we pray for her and her family. We were neighbors on main st mt Morris for many years. Knew Mary Ellen and carm well. Saw the kids grow up. Great folks. Mary Ellen spent many hours at our kitchen table(smoking!)
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We are so sorry for your loss! She was a great woman and are thankful for the time we had to know her through Sam!
So sorry for your loss. She was truly a great lady…loved by so many. Keeping her family in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. Shes at peace now. Thinking of the family at this most trying of times. Mr. Griffo, was one of my beloved teachers. Take Care. Prayers. Jim Blum , Blumer. Peace….
Many fond memories with the Griffo family growing up on Lima Road. My parents Ike and MaryAnn were very good friends with Carmen and MaryEllen. So sorry for your loss!
So sorry to read of Mary Ellen’s passing.
We are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sending my hugs and love to you all. She was one special lady. I feel lucky to have met her and that I was able to be dear friends with her son Charles. I hope they are getting to see each other again.