Lynn Griffith Daniel
October 24, 1951 ~ March 28, 2026
Born in:
Bethesda, Maryland
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailIn Loving Memory of Lynn Griffith Daniel
Lynn Griffith Daniel, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and dedicated animal advocate, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, compassion, and unwavering kindness.
Born in Bethesda, Maryland, to Shirley and Frances Griffith, Lynn moved to Asheville with her parents as a teenager, where she found the place she would ultimately call home. She attended Lee Edwards High School before pursuing her education at Guilford College in Greensboro. She went on to graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Sociology, a field that surely informed her lifelong dedication to helping others.
Lynn’s professional journey was marked by a deep passion for artistry. While working at High Country Crafters, she fell in love with the craft of jewelry making. This sparked a highly successful career during which she became widely known for designing beautiful, custom wedding bands. Her talent and dedication led her to become a co-owner of Blue Goldsmiths in Biltmore Village, where her work became a permanent part of countless love stories.
After retiring from the bench, Lynn pivoted her immense energy toward her truest calling: rescuing dogs. She founded “Lynn For the Animals,” an organization through which she worked tirelessly to save countless dogs and match them with their forever homes. In doing so, she provided a profound service to both the animals she rescued and the many humans whose lives were transformed by the love of their new companions.
Lynn was preceded in death by her parents, Shirley and Frances Griffith; her sister, Corinne Forgey; and her first husband, Geoffrey Seng.
She leaves behind a family who will miss her dearly: her sisters, Patricia Pankey and Ann Simpson; her son, Kelly Daniel; her daughter, Amelia Stamps; her son-in-law, Hunter Stamps; and her beloved granddaughters, Brooklyn and Madison Stamps.
A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, April 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
In honor of Lynn’s lifelong commitment to her furry friends, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to her rescue organization, “Lynn For the Animals Rescue Squad.” Donations can be sent to the organization’s PayPal account: Lynnfortheanimals@gmail.com
Services
Memorial Service: April 3, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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Oh Lynn Lynn, how are we gonna make it without your guidance & knowledge? You were the best of the best. Never complaining & always there when someone needed you. I am devastated by your loss & keep hoping this is just a dream & I’m gonna wake up & you’ll still be here. Rest easy my sweet, precious friend. See you on the other side. My heart is breaking with & for your family, I am truly saddened.
Lynn was a very special lady. Her devotion to rescuing animals were an inspiration to me. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to her family. Kelly Brown
I have no words to express how sad I am for your sudden passing my dear precious friend.Our friendship goes way back many years and you are the only person that loved our dear cocker spaniels as much as I. I will always love you and your unwavering love for the four pawed animals that you so truly cared for. We have lost someone that will never be forgotten and can never be replaced. Our world was much better with you in it my friend.
Praying for your family and friends that share in this loss.
Tu me manques.
Lynn and I go way back to craft show days. I still wear her jewelry regularly, still enjoy Amelia’s beautiful pots in my home, and smile whenever I think of her. My heart goes out to all of her loved ones, as she loved you all dearly.