Mr. Travis "G-Money" Griffin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

BUFFALO – Mr. Travis “G-Money” Griffin, age 53, was called home to be with the Lord on, Monday, June 13, 2022, from the comfort of his home. He will always live in the hearts of his loving family. Travis was born in Utica on October 26, 1968, to the late Eula Griffin and Travis Anthony. Upon Eula’s untimely passing, Travis was the tender age of 13, but he was blessed with the guidance and love of his uncle and aunt, Rev. J.L. and Lady Eva Griffin; and he came to know them as the Dad and Mom that he so much needed. He attended Hugh R. Jones Elementary and then went on to graduate from Utica Free Academy in 1986. During his formative years, Travis was a member of the gospel group “The Chosen Generation,” representing St. Matthew’s Temple C.O.G.I.C. They traveled throughout the state, performing at Youth Fellowships. The original group of young people remained tight to this very day. Those were the good days, filled with mutual trust as well as respect for the mission and music. After high school, Travis pursued higher education at the University of Buffalo, where he received his BA in Architectural Studies. He fell in love with the city of Buffalo and proudly called it his new home and proclaimed “the Buffalo Bills ruled!” Travis, until his passing, was working at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. It was his responsibility to assist in the Pharmaceutical Department, where he coded billing. Countless people were comforted by his ability to compassionately assist them in the financial aspects surrounding their medical needs. Travis’s colleagues admired him both for his skills and for being such a loving and selfless soul. They were additionally entertained by his sense of humor, and ability to endlessly talk and preach not even knowing this was part of his human genetics! Travis was a fine young man, especially in the ways he responded to the adversities he faced. His second parents were mindful of all Travis had endured, so they lived and taught respect in their home, and for this, they had his admiration. They admired Travis as well, and the whole family felt blessed to be in each other’s lives. Their relationships thrived until the very end, filled with phone calls, daily texts, and frequent visits. When Travis came home, he would spend quality time with his parents going out to eat, shopping, and enjoying church service. In fact, Lady Griffin taught him how to cook according to specific and high-quality standards; Travis was even known to return to her for a cooking tip now and then. Travis idolized his Pastor for his unique spirituality and for how cool he was! Lady Eva and Travis called him “Honey”, and he was embedded in their hearts. Travis had an intuitive heart and was both sensitive and sentimental. He spoke and wrote of how Pastor and Lady Griffin honored the wisdom, and kindness he harbored, guiding him to become the man he was. He always gave homage to his upbringing and was overjoyed to have a true brother- and sister- relationship with his sister Missy. She admired Travis for his enthusiasm, ambition, and optimistic outlook on life. They were blessed to have a very special and personal relationship. Travis lived to see Missy become very proud of her brother! The Buffalo tragedy greatly disturbed Travis’s soul, because he knew several of the victims. He was a people person. By putting his faith in God, he learned to accept the trials that were presented in his life. Such negativity led Travis to claim and active role in betting his community. This was evident in how he volunteered and graciously served the underprivileged in his community; Travis would often spend holidays serving others, and in return, he received many blessings in his life. Travis knew the Lord and spent his life attempting to acquire more knowledge of Him. In this journey, Travis learned to be a coach to others and gifted his life as a mission to God. Travis always prioritized treating people correctly and showing them respect. Moreover, he loved to be around people with positive energy that shared in his vision. He found these connections rejuvenating. Those who loved Travis will always remember some of his favorite life mottoes: “Sit with winners, and the conversation will be different,” “Hope is a good thing, never let it die,” “A goal without a plan is just a wish. Put God first and make a plan,” and “A mother gives a son his definition of a woman with class.” A man who thought positive thoughts every day, Travis had a heart of gold, always investing his efforts in serving others before thinking of himself. Travis was loved by his second parents, Rev. J.L. and Lady Eva Griffin, who survive him. He will live on in the hearts of his sisters, Melissa “Missy” Griffin, and Ladonna Pugh. He leaves behind a nephew and a niece, Fred Smith, and Jasmine Smith, and their children, his great-niece, and great-nephews, LaDrea Miles, LaDre Miles, DeAndre Miles; Kwamir Smith, and the anticipation of a fifth great. Travis will be fondly remembered by many aunts and uncles, and a host of cousins. His colleagues at Roswell were extended family and, as one may imagine, he befriended many souls during his life journey. He was a humble soul. He will additionally be remembered by his previous co-workers at the University Ophthalmology Inc. Travis was predeceased by his grandparents, Rev. James Sr. and Mary (Blackshear) Griffin, Sam and Mary “Maddie” (Allen) Anthony, and RT and Mamie (March) Barnes. The family would like to extend many thanks to the Saint Matthews Temple C.O.G.I.C. Family as well as to the Utica community who loved Travis and who have shown such great support. Visitation will be held on Wednesday morning, June 22, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at St. Matthews Temple C.O.G.I.C., 110 Washington St. Travis’s Home Going Service and Celebration of Life will commence at 11:30 a.m. upon the conclusion of visitation, officiated by his beloved Rev. J. L. Griffin. For those unable to attend the service, it will be live streamed at www.youtube.com/channel/UCAlo44E7TaQwNtMPEOV6Brg.

Mr. Travis "G-Money" Griffin

October 26, 1968 - June 13, 2022