Deborah A. Griffin
Epsom, NH – Deborah Ann (Socha) Griffin, wife of James Griffin, passed
away on September 15, 2025, at home with Jim by her side.
She was born on September 19, 1949, in Manchester, daughter of the
late Edward, Sr. and Mary (Zwcarcan) Socha. She graduated from
Manchester Central High School in June 1967 and three days later she
married Jim, they just celebrated their 58th year of marriage. In 1974
their son Jeff was born.
Deb had many jobs, but her favorite was being a mom to Jeff. She spent
many hours involved in his activities no matter what they were. She
became president of the parent’s group (champs) at Central for three
years where she planned many trips for the band’s competitions
throughout the country. She was a horse lover and had horses from the
first year of marriage to present. Deb was elated when they bought
their 1792 farmhouse in Epsom, she was happiest when riding her horse
on the trails in the woods with the many animals she came upon. She
worked for many years in floral design, owning her own business for
several years in Manchester called Misty Morning Farm.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by one brother.
Deb leaves behind her husband, Jim, son, Jeff (Kelly) and grandkids
Harrison and Ava, a brother, 2 brother-in-laws and 2 sister-in-laws as
well as nieces and nephews.
Their first dance at their wedding was: I will love you to the day I
die, Love always, Jim.
Deb will be laid to rest in the cemetery next to their house where she
can watch it forever.
Friends and family are invited to gather on Wednesday, September 24,
2025, at 10AM at New Rye Cemetery in Epsom for a graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Old Dogs Go
to Helen, 83 Range Road, Epsom, NH 03234. The Roan Family Funeral Home
ย Still Oaks Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. To
share a memory or offer a condolence please visit
www.roanfamilyfuneral.com
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