Mary Ann Griffin

Mary Ann Griffin, 83, of Rochester, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, October 25, 2020 at her home. Mary was born March 31, 1937 in New Prague, MN to Frank and Cecelia (Simek) Jirik. She was a graduate of Central High School in Minneapolis. On May 21, 1960, in Minneapolis, MN, Mary married Gerald "Jerry" Griffin. Mary provided in home daycare to many children over the years. She was an active member of Saint Pius X Catholic Church, where she also served on the funeral committee. Mary loved to travel, enjoying trips to Ireland and the Czech Republic. Mary was very proud of her Czech heritage and family traditions. She also enjoyed baking cookies, reading, doing word puzzles and counted cross stitch. Mary was a patient, supportive, loving and kind woman. She was a dedicated grandmother, doting over her grandchildren and great-grandchildren but also had a special dedication to her friendships that spanned over numerous decades. Mary is survived by her children, James (Angie) Griffin, Kelly Griffin, Daniel (Laurie) Griffin all of Rochester, Thomas (LaVonne) Griffin of New Brighton, MN; nine grandchildren, Patrick (Courtney) Griffin, Christopher (Kelsy Olsen) Griffin, Sean and Molly Griffin, Max Griffin, Chelsea Bolier, Jake, Jordan and Ashley Griffin; four great-grandchildren, Piper, Rowan, Quinn and Marcus Griffin; sister, Kate Adamek; sisters-in-law, Sharon Jirik and Mary Lou Jirik; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; three brothers; two sisters and her parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Saint Pius the X Catholic Church, 1315 12th Ave. NW, Rochester with Father Russell Scepaniak as celebrant. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of the mass. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Seasons Hospice. Due to Covid-19, masks will be required for all services and social distancing will be observed. The funeral mass will be livestreamed on the Ranfranz and Vine Facebook page. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes is honored to be serving the Griffin family; to share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com