Marie Griffin

Marie Eileen Griffin, age 101, of Albia, Iowa, passed away on September 4, 2026 at the Monroe County Hospital and Clinics. She was born on February 19, 1925 to Harry and Mamie (Flattery) Kosman. Marie's life was marked by resilience, dedication, and passion. She graduated from Georgetown High School in 1941. She worked at an ordinance plant in Des Moines during WWII, and returned to Albia, where she worked at Chamberlain Manufacturing for twenty-one years before her retirement in 1985. Post-retirement, she continued to work by cleaning houses for a decade. She married Raymond F. Griffin on August 7, 1945, a union that spanned over six decades and eight children, until his passing in 2006.

Her hobbies reflected her zest for life and her love for her family. She took pleasure in quilting and sewing, enjoyed dancing and playing euchre. Marie was an ardent supporter of her grandchildren's sporting events. She was also a devout member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Albia and an active participant in St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society. Marie's large family was her pride and joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.

Survivors include her children, Jerry Griffin, Joyce (Gilbert) Robinson, Patty See, Dave (Cheryl) Griffin, Donnie (Sherri) Griffin, Robert (Carla) Griffin; Denise Patton, eighteen grandchildren, forty-two great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren; sister, Doris Craig; daughter-in-law, Janet Griffin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Mamie (Flattery) Kosman; husband, Raymond Griffin; son, Ronnie Griffin; grandson, Shawn Shaffer; sons-in-law, Brad Patton and Dave See; daughter-in-law, Linda Griffin; siblings, Francis Kosman, Harold Kosman, Rita Lee, Garry Kosman.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2026, with Marie's family present to greet friends from 3:00 p.m. -7:30 p.m.., at Sinnott Funeral Home in Albia. A rosary will be recited by St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society at 3 p.m., at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 11, 2026 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Michael Volkmer, C.PP.S. officiating and Father Isaac Essel as concelebrant. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery in Albia. Memorials have been established to the family and will be directed later.

Marie's life was a testament to her strength, her unwavering faith, and her love for her family. Her memory will continue to inspire and guide those who were fortunate to have known her. Friends and family are encouraged to share their memories and upload photos of Marie to the memorial page, to celebrate a life well-lived.