Jay B. Griffiths, age 62, of Fremont
Died Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Nebraska Methodist in Omaha.

Jay was born January 19, 1963 in Fremont to Robert E. and Twila 'Duensing' Griffiths. He was raised in Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School in 1981. Jay played baseball at Cloud County Community College then Ft. Hays State and finished up his Bachelor in Business Administration from Bellevue University.

Jay married Diane Hellmer on June 8, 1985 at Immanuel Lutheran Church on the State Line (between Nebraska and Kansas). After their marriage the couple made their home in Fremont where they raised their daughters Jayme and Erin. Jay worked for Jensen Tire and then for many years at Structural Component Systems retiring in January of 2023.

Jay was involved for many years with the Legion Baseball program both as a player and coach. He spent many years coaching his daughters in both softball and basketball. Jay was a former member of the Anglers and member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. He loved bowling at the 30 bowl and golfing at Whitetail.

Survivors:
Daughters - Jayme (Adam) Bieker of Fremont
Erin (Connor) Niehaus of Omaha
Grandchildren - Ellie and Addie Bieker; Brynlee, Blakely and Collins Niehaus
Sister - Kim (Frank) Ferro of Raymore, MO.
Brothers - Matt and Mark Griffiths both of Dallas
Brother-in-law - Terry (Cammie) Hellmer of Beatrice
many nieces, nephews and other family

Jay was preceded in death by his wife Diane in July of 2018 and his parents.

The funeral will be 10am, Friday, April 4, 2025 at First Lutheran Church in Fremont, burial will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 3pm to 8pm, with the family present from 5-8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Memorials are suggested to the Fremont Public Schools Foundation.

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Visitation
Thursday, April 3, 2025
3:00pm to 8:00pm
Ludvigsen Mortuary - Fremont
1249 E. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025


Thursday, April 3, 2025
With family present from 5-8pm
Ludvigsen Mortuary - Fremont
1249 E. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025


Service
Funeral Service
Friday, April 4, 2025
10:00am
Ludvigsen Mortuary
1249 East 23rd Street
Fremont, NE  68025


Interment
Memorial Cemetery
800 West 23rd Street
Fremont, NE  68025

Condolences(6)

Paul Ronhovde Omaha, NE Thursday, April 3, 2025 Jayme and Erin, so many great memories flood in about your Dad when I think of him. So many years playing town-team and Catching when he pitched. He always had a relaxed happy mood and was fun to me around. Both your parents were fantastic people and my heart aches at your loss.

Jay will be missed and has left a lasting impression on those who knew him. Paul

Keri Kracl Fremont, NE Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Jay-Bird was one of a kind! Simple, fun, kind, and just a really great guy. He will be missed by the many people that loved him dearly! Hugs and blessings to his family who he spoke of often and loved deeply. Rest in the loving arms of the Lord with your beautiful wife you have missed for so long!

Mike carlson Greensboro, NC Tuesday, April 1, 2025 R.I.P. Jay

Carmen Boysen Fremont, NE Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Thank you, Jay Bird, for being such a good friend to me and many others. We have had so many great times together. You will be missed dearly. You are one of the kindest souls I know. I appreciated your big heart, generosity, sense of humor and most of all your smile. Prayers for your family during this difficult time. I hope there is comfort in knowing that you are reunited with your beautiful wife. Say hello to Diane for me! Until we meet again, fly high Jay Bird! Much love-Carmen.

Keri Kracl Fremont, NE Monday, March 31, 2025 Jay-Bird was one of a kind! Simple, fun, kind, and just a really great guy. He will be missed by the many people that loved him dearly! Hugs and blessings to his family who he spoke of often and loved deeply. Rest in the loving arms of the Lord with your beautiful wife you have missed for so long!

tammy ehrich Fremont, NE Monday, March 31, 2025 I am so sorry for your loss prayers to your whole family God be with you

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