METHUEN — John M. Griskevich, 83, of Methuen, died Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at the Parkland Medical Center in Derry, N.H.
Born and educated in Lawrence, he was the son of Martin and Anna Griskevich. He attend Lawrence schools, graduated from Central Catholic High School, and earned his Associate Degree from University of Lowell. He was an outdoor sportsman.
The widower of Paulyna (DiSilva) Griskevich, he is survived by his children, Susan G. Keefe of Waltham, William P. Griskevich and his wife Cynthia, Laura A. Griskevich, Lisa A. McEneaney and her husband Robert, all of Salem, N.H., and Paul J. Griskevich and his wife Maura of Methuen; nine grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his son, David Griskevich, and also his son-in-law, Kevin Keefe.
ARRANGEMENTS: Memorials can be made to the ALS Foundation of Life, P.O. Box 96, Natick, MA 01760, or to the Arthritis Foundation, 29 Crafts, Newton, MA 02458-1287, or to the Massachusetts Suicide Prevention Program, 250 Washington St., 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02108. Family and friends may call on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St., Methuen, MA 01844. Graveside services will take place at a later date at the families convenience. Fro directions or condolences, please visit www.pollardfuneralhome.com.