Thomas “Podzie” Edward Griffith, 84, of Waco, passed away Sunday, March 22nd
Graveside Services: 11:00 a.m. Thursday March 26, 2015 at Waco Memorial Park
Visitation: 5:30-8:00 p.m. Wednesday March 25, 2015 at Lake Shore Funeral Home
Tom was born March 8, 1931 in Perryton, Texas to Olin and Mabel Griffith. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed playing poker, loved spending time with his family and liked watching the birds and squirrels while drinking his coffee. Tom liked to watch western movies and especially enjoyed ones staring John Wayne. His love for cooking Bar B Que prompted him to open his own restaurant, Podzie’s Bar B Que which was located in West, Texas. Tom was a member of the Karem Shrine Temple as well as the First Baptist Church of Ferris.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce Marcell Griffith; grandson, Bradford Allen Griffith; and seven brothers and sisters.
He is survived by his sons, Tommy Griffith and wife, Bo of Chalk Bluff and David Griffith and wife, Kim of New Braunfels; daughter Sherri Hatfield and husband, Mike of Austin; grandchildren John Griffith and wife, Natalie of Cedar Park, Nikki Cilino and husband, Harold of Valdosta, GA, Scotty Griffith and wife, Liz of Riesel, Susie Hendrick and husband, Ryan of China Spring, Jake Griffith and wife, Rebecca of Midland, Daniel Griffith of Ferris, Kelsey Griffith of Ferris, Sarah Allen and husband, Ross of Johnson City, and Mandi Chappell and husband, Michael of Little Rock, AR; sister Fran Griffith of Houston; sisters-in-law Deena Reeves of Marshall and Jean Norris of Pasadena;18 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly.
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Goodbye sweet brother! I am so distressed I cannot be there for your final good bye, but know you were and are loved by so many. You were an honor to your parents, your siblings, your country, and most of all your children. I saw a cardinal in the tree off my patio on Sunday; thought of you and Joyce bird-watching and felt the Lord was sending a message that He was ready for you, and you for him. Good golf, good bird watching! Farewell, I love you.
Your “baby” sister, Fran
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and always. May you find comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Love,
Chris, Jennifer, Akaiya, Chris Jr. and Hunter Watkins
Tommy, Bo, and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. May the memories of his lifetime with you give you comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that God will give you strength, peace, and guidance as you grieve the loss of such a wonderful person in you lives. Call us if you ever need us. We love you!
Mickey & Karen
Farewell to my Uncle Tom. May you find peace in the Lord and in your re-uniting with your sweet Joyce. I know you will find comfort when you look down at the wonderful, loving family you have created. You will be greatly missed.
Love,
Maureen
(Daughter to sister Fran)
Tommy and all of the Griffith family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Podzie was one very special man. I remember the fun hours we spent at Podzie’s checking out the customers and chipping in. We all had some good times! Blessings to you all during this difficult time. Diane and June Davis
Our prayers and thought are with all the family as they go thru the process of grief
I didn’t have the opportunity to know you and aunt Joyce like I wanted to, but over the years, mom would speak of you alot, so I felt I knew you. You will be forever missed and thought of by your family and friends. Your beautiful wife and mom have saved your place by them and your other brothers and sisters. May you rest in peace in your final journey and destination.
Love your nieces,
Cindy, Debbie, & Lisa
Tommy and Bo-I am so sorry for your loss. May God bring you comfort by supplying all the wonderful memories that you all shared. Surrounding you with prayers and love.
Tommy and Bo we are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Our thoughts are with you all as you deal with your loss. Podzie was to me always such a kind and friendly man. Even though we didn’t get to see him often, I just remember how he loved his grandchildren and was always kind and gentle. I know everyone will miss him, but know too that just as Sherri said, he’s with Bam now and I, too, feel they will be dancing in heaven. Prayers are with you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tommy, Bo, and Griffith family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We pray that God will give you strength, peace, and guidance through this time.
Dear Tommy, David, Sherri, and family, I was very sorry to hear of Uncle Tom’s passing. Sorry we couldn’t be with you during this time. Our prayers & thoughts are with you all. Love, Rodney & Trish
When we found out your father had passed away I was heartbroken. My Mom and Dad loved Tom and Joyce so much. Infact my Dad loved his whole family soooo much. His family meant everything to him. Now Tom and Joyce are together and Dad has a great smile cause they are all together again. I miss all of them so much. Our prayers will be with you all. LOVE Janet C. Griffith(McNeill) and Scot