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| Full Name | Date Of Submission | Message |
| Palmtree - Robert Maheu | 2/25/2003 8:08:22 PM | I was so shocked to find out Scott was part of this tragedy in Rhode Island. Scott was a wonderful person who was a friend to everyone he met. He was always the center of activity because people were just drawn to his fun loving personality. Scott was an inspiration to me from the first day I met him. I aspired to play guitar like him, and to have the kind spirit and easy way around people he always had. This horrible accident has taken the lives of so many people and left many of us wondering how this could happen. I am truly saddened by this event and my thoughts and prayers are with all the victims and the people affected by this terrible loss. Scotty 'Wad' Griffith will always be remembered. Rest in peace old friend. Dear Griffith family, Please accept my deapest sympathy in your time of loss... Sincerly, Robert Maheu |
| KevinDonley | 2/26/2003 1:59:49 AM | I grew up in South Orange County where i met Scott in 1980. I remember sitting over at my friends house Jim v. with Scott Griffith and myself playing guitar for hours.and getting lessons from Scott.I remember being the 1st person in town to get Ozzy's 1st solo record with Randy Rhodes a rare import 6 months before the u.s.album came out.Scott freaked out over Randy and learned the songs before it came out in the U.S.A. I remember the house parties every Fri and sat night.and Section8, Nightfall, my favorite Stepchild, and hanging at the Missouri Compromise one night because Nightfall was playing. Thats where I meet my wife. Now, like Scott I have a 13 year old daughter. That brings me to a very important point. Scott not only got us in on his guest list, but Scott was a great dad too. His daughter was #1 in his life. IM that way too and I remember running into Scott one day with his daughter and I had my daughter. we were both proud Daddys. That was a cool feeling.I always felt a positive spirit from Scott.I still feel that. Now Scott is on Gods guest list. Love you scott. KevinDonley email: radiodjkev@aol.com |
| Rossman | 2/26/2003 3:57:07 PM | The first time I met Scott I was about to get my ass kicked by a couple of meatheads at the Missouri Compromise. He saw what was going on, called off the goons, and even cussed out the dudes in front of a table full of people because they were about to thrash “a fellow rocker”. I wasn’t in his league yet, but he knew who I was and knew I was a local drummer trying to make a name for myself. He invited me to join him and his friends at the table, and the next thing I know – I’ve got a friend for life. When I got the offer to join Stepchild, the first thing he did was take me to the Marquee on one those infamous Wednesday Nights. Pegster reminded me the other day that he took me around and introduced me as his “baby brother”. I would never have told him at the time, but I DID look up to him like a big brother – somebody who I wanted to be more like. And I wasn’t alone. Whatever it was, Scott had that “it”. You know what I’m talking about. You can’t really classify it: charisma, demeanor, presence – he just had a way about him. And I know plenty of people that were flat-out jealous of it. But I think one of his greatest qualities was the fact that he had no idea of what kind of impact he had on people - a friend, a band, a gal, or a room full of rockers for that matter. Treated all just the same. Truly one in a million. So rock on, Chordsmith. Put me on the guest list until we meet again and I can hear those crunching chords and whiskey soaked laughter one more time. Your brother, Rossman |
| Tris Mahaffay | 2/26/2003 4:53:22 PM | Hello, My name is Tris Mahaffay I wanted to take a few moments to say some words about Scott. Scott and I met in 7th grade, we where taking summer school at the same time to make up our grades (from our lack of interest in reading & writing and so on ) Scott was a natural musician with a keen ear more than any one I have ever met. He had a nac for arranging chords like no one else. Scott was an original there will never be anyone like him.You think of memorable people in the music business, David Lee Roth, Ted Nugent ect... Scott was funnier more creative and had all the musical genius as well. I remember when new albums would come out from name artist's, Scott already would have a copy and had learned all the songs note- for- note before any of us had even got the thing on the turntable. I remember when VH2 came out, Scott came by my house two days later and played " Spanish fly" note- for- note even on my old acoustic!!!! WOW!!! I was always in awe of his talent. I still listen to boot leg recordings of all his bands while I work at nights in my shop hand building amplifiers. "Built For Destruction" (a killer song he wrote)gets plays on my guitar regularly. We all had bands together down here in the Southern Orange County area, names like Scott Griffith, Kevin Jones,Paul Wilson, Ralph Saens, Danny Deyoung , Bill Crowder, Jeff & James Harris, the whole Harris family,Matt Sorum, so many to name, we where all here doing incredible music with style and perfection, Scott will be remembered by all us as one who set the standard of excellence in musicianship, song writing and humor.....there will never be any one to take his place in my life, sleep tight my friend you will be truly missed- love , Tris |
| Lisa Stephens/Weed | 2/26/2003 5:10:52 PM | It makes me very sad to hear about Scott. I remember back in High School (81-84) going around to all of the parties and also Missouri Compromise to watch him play. Those were some great memories!!!! I do have to mention one very hysterical time at Missouri Compromise when Scott was playing. I hope someone remembers this as well as I did. Scott was on stage jamming and then all of sudden his foot went through the stage and he was stuck from about the knee down. The funniest part about it was that he continued playing like nothing had happened!!! It was like a scene out of Spinal Tap. My condolences to the family, and we will miss you Scott!!! |
| Sandie Kanne | 2/26/2003 6:56:03 PM | First, To Scott's family, you are in my prayers every day and night. I really don't know how the shock of this will ever go away. It just hit home. Although I did not know Scott personally, I have seen him play so many times. As alot of us did. Us from 80's. All I can think about lately are the great clubs we had and the great bands we had. Every generation has their shining moments, and ours was the BEST! We are all in our 40's now, (or almost). I have a renewed perspective on my life from this tragedy. And holding dear the memories of the way rock and roll WAS for us is the only thing getting me through. Peace and Love. |
| Lisa Beatty-Snider | 2/26/2003 7:37:52 PM | Hey if anyone is interested for more detailed info on the fire tragedy in RI you can go to this web site Providencejournal.com. Loree Griffith said that there were some articles about Scott I think...I can't get on the web site for some reason...so let me know Thanks.... |
| Michael "Mike" Janzen | 2/26/2003 8:04:27 PM | To Scott's family, I'd like to express my most sincere condolences to you. I'm so sorry your loss. Take comfort in each other, & be there for each other. Be strong enough to be someone's shoulder to cry on, & even stronger to allow yourself to cry on someone else shoulder. "Scott Free, the Man to be." A saying I'll never forget coming from his mouth. There couldn't be a much truer statement made by anyone. In so many ways, Scott was the man to be. In a time when were all growing up (thinking we already were), egos & attitudes were flying rampantly in "our scene". Some people may have mistaken Scott's "personality" & "charisma" as one of the above, but they were wrong. He was "cool" & everyone knew it. I can't tell you how many times he got me through the doors of our original stomping grounds of the Missouri Comprimise when I was only 19, before they knew me, & assumed I was old enough to be there! It was pretty damn funny. Fortunately for everyone, I didn't like to drink, & still don't to this day. I think that sometimes he watched out for me, because he knew I could drive us anywere, & he wouldn't have to worry about drinking & driving! Worked for me, & he always got me into all the cool places in O.C. & L.A.! Scott was 4 years my senior (a lot at that age), but always treated me like a "bro". He really did treat me like a friend. I gotta say Scott cost me a few girlfriends too! But that's nothing unique to most of the guys that dared bring there girl friends around him! He did however, get me my wife in a round about way. (You're gonna love this.) Back in June of 87, I was dating this girl, Chris for about 3 weeks when I introduced her to Scott. She, like most girls, dug him. She decided to introduce her friend Sheri to me to KEEP ME BUSY while she hit on Scott. After spending a looonnng time talking to Sheri, she ended up telling me what was going on with Chris, & the rest is history...as were Chris & Scott the next day! Had Scott not been there, I never would have met the love of my life. Funny how things work out! Thanks for being there for me Bro! Hahaha! I'm so sad to hear that Scott is no longer with us, but happy with the fact that just thinking about him puts a smile on my face. (Yours too, I know it.) His life was certainly cut far too short, but know this...He got in more than his fair share of living. He really, really did. So think about him often, ...& smile. Michael Janzen mjanzen66@cox.net 714 404 5821 |
| Loree Griffith | 2/26/2003 8:36:54 PM | Hello all our loving, caring and wonderful friends.First off I would like to say to Lisa B. I appriciate you concern for us and respect for our mourning.But I feel that now is a perfect time for the tribute to take place in a celabration of Scotts life and accomplishments.It's not a morbid death gig.I do Love you though :) I do not know when the funeral is yet, however I have recieved Info that his body will be shipped back to cali thurs. feb.28 I'm not positive how accurate that is but i'm pretty sure it has to be right cause his mom and brothers checked with the state today about paying for the cost. jonsey has been in contact with me and has told me the wonderful things that everyone is doing and saying. God Bless and Thank all of you. Kacie and I are so proud of Scott while we sit here together and read all of the stories and outpouring of love and caring. Those of you who know me personaly or who remember all the years Scott and I were together, know that we were just alike.We loved each other till Death(however I just discovered It doesn't do you part. It tears you apart) I will love Scott Forever and I know that I will see him in heaven. He will be sure to see about that as I'm sure by the time I die he will have pleanty to fight with me about.I want to let everone know that it is true when they say.(whoever they are)with age comes wisdome as Scott and I both are living proof. For those who know our past then you know we have changed so much.I'm so proud of Scott.I stuck with him as a friend cause he was my kids dad, but I was so mad at him for leaving me to do all the raising and responsability of our daughter.We worked hard together to clean him up and force him to become a real member of this hole we call a world.He conformed and pulled through so wonderful an helpful for me and I love him for that.Even though he had to settle, he never let go of all the wonderful people and times that we shared.I was just here visiting him and Kacie 2 weeks ago for her 13th B-Day and was so impressed with how well he had done for himself and our Little Lolly Pop.(not so little anymore, she is taller than me)Since scott has been clean we have grown closer than ever and he was , is and always will be my BESTFRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Since I.m sure the funeral will be within the next 5 days or so I would love for the tribute gig to go on so I will be able to attend as I have to fly in from Phoenix and can't afford to fly back and forth.My number is on the list so call me and saay HI!!!!!!!!love ya all Long Hair Rules....80's Are Coming Back......Rock On....Peace Out. |
| Lolly Pop/Kacie Griffith | 2/26/2003 9:01:54 PM | Hey people its meeeeeee!!! Kacie Griffith, Scott Griffith's 13 year old daughter. The first thing i would like to say about my dad is that he was one of the best dad's in the world and its a shame he had passed. One of my fondest memories that i will always remember was the day of my 13th Birthday. I had goten home from school and my mom was waiting for me at home. Adam had called me up complaining how bored he was and pleading to his father to let him come over early. But his father told him he had to do all of his homework first. So after 10 minutes off the phone with him he called and said he is just going to bring his homework over to my house and finish it there. So his dad droppped him off at my house and we both did homework together. When my father had arrived home from work he was tremendously tired so the first thing he did was plop on the couch. Mom got ready, Adam and me wrestled, and of course dad still rested on the couch. After mom was done doing all of her make- up and junk which took forever uggghh. We were on our way out. On the way to a chinese sushi resteraunt mom and i put on some "missy eliot" just to annoy the crap out of my dad and Adam. The courus was the only thing dad didnt understand what she was saying so he told everyone to "shut up" and he turned it up and listened. But of course none of us knew. Then we turned on some Godsmack for the guys. Then we were at the resturaunt. Adam was the only one who haddent tryed sushi so i made him eat off of our plates, you know just try a couple different varities. He said it was good. My dad and mom were drinking some beer and i decided i would joke around with dad so i took his glass of beer and acted like i was going to drink it. I wasnt going to but then mom's like " no you know what, go ahead and try it, see how bad it is so you will never try it again." i said will you get mad? and she said no just go ahead, so i took a little sip and it was soooo nasty i gulped down my cup of water fast, Adam started laughing at me ( as usual.) Then when we were done eating we all went back home and picked up adams stuff and took him home. That was the end of the night but i tell you, that was one i will cherish forever. "MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL PAPA WAD." P.S. mom didnt force me, it was more of a lesson never to drink nasty old beer! and she may be slow but we all love her for it. |
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