Gerald J. "Shife" Griffin, 75, of Frackville, formerly of Shenandoah, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, surrounded by his family. Gerald was born in Shenandoah on November 19, 1947 to the late William Griffin and Rose (Lombard) Griffin who resided in Lost Creek. He was a 1967 graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School, Shenandoah. Upon graduation, he was employed by PennDot as operator until his retirement. Gerald was a lifelong Democrat, an avid Notre Dame fan, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #618, Shenandoah, professional opinion giver, husband, father and grandfather. He will be sorely missed by those who loved him and will live on forever through the memories he created. Preceding him in death were his parents and wife of forty-seven years, Ann M. Griffin, whom he cared for during her courageous battle with cancer until her passing in September 2022. Gerald leaves behind his children, Charles Griffin, Kelly Preneta and Erin Griffin; and the those who brought him the most joy, his grandchildren, Zachary Griffin, Cade Preneta, Vivian Preneta, and Baby Boy Hansbury due in April; his brothers, John Griffin and William Griffin; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 10:00 am at Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 S. Jardin St., Shenandoah with the Rev. Gregory R. Karpyn officiating. Interment will follow in Annunciation BVM Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. A visitation will be held on Saturday morning from 8:00 am until 10:00 am at the funeral home. Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Shenandoah is in care of the arrangements. To offer a condolence to Gerald's family, please sign the guestbook at below. Visitation Saturday, January 28, 2023 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home 132 S Jardin St. Shenandoah, Pennsylvania 17976 Religious Service Saturday, January 28, 2023 10:00 AM Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home 132 S Jardin St. Shenandoah, Pennsylvania 17976 Interment Saturday, January 28, 2023 Annunciation BVM Cemetery Schuylkill Avenue & Cemetery Road Shenandoah Heights, PA, PA 17976