The “boy’s” sledding in Lyons. Such a fun day!

I will forever have my brother in my heart ❤️. He had done so much for me through the years that were never forgotten. He was not one to ever question but ask what can I do to help. Basically he TOLD YOU he was and you just accepted graciously. I know he didn’t like being compared to my father but in ways he was just like him. Worried if you were on the road for a visit!  You had to constantly check in!  My oh my could Rudy just glide across a dance floor as if he had air under his feet. He was smooth like my dad! I loved watching him. I’ve made some decisions in my life that I’ve questioned and not once did he ever make me feel bad or ashamed. He always was in my corner and supported me. He was proud of me. Thank you bro for loving me for ME 💋❤️❣️. Feisty and all

Rudy, Harold, Maria, Jimmie, Angela (Vicki)

Grandma Ethel & Grandma Gene Griffe 
Dad, Mom, Harold, Angelo, Rudy, and Elena (Nina)

Christmas 1963 Mascoutah, IL Haps Apartment on Main Street.

The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Mr. Griffe's service to our country in the Air Force.  If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693 or raobuckley@gmail.com.  The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this.  We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley SFB RAO

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Griffe family during this most difficult time. I will always remember all the special times we shared together either fishing or at family gatherings. Rudy would always go out of his way to make me fill like I was part of the family whenever we visited for family vacations. Rest in peace and see you on the other side my brother...

I would to express my condolences to Cathy and their family. I remember “Bear” back in my younger days and he was a wonderful, gentle and very kind man. My Prayers are with him as he goes to be with The Lord and with his family as they continue through this difficult time. 
Henry Abeyta.

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Rudolph Daiz Griffe

March 23, 1953 – April 24, 2026

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