Deborah Griffin Obituary

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 – Still Oaks Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit www.roanfamilyfuneral.com