Griswold, Howard James Jr. Age 87 of Blaine, Minnesota, passed away May 27, 2020. He was born July 25, 1932 in Devils Lake, North Dakota. Preceded in death by parents, Howard J. Griswold Sr. & Esther Segner. Survived by wife, Ruth of 61 years; sibling, Doris (Rob) Miller; children, Jeff, Greg, & Dave (Amy); grandchildren, Ashlee, Nathan & Megan. He worked at the Metro Transit Bus Company for 24 years as a dispatcher and enjoyed spending time with co-workers, friends and family. He was a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne; because he did not meet the weight requirements he would stick rocks in his pockets and would be the first one out of the plane but the last one to land. He was a pilot and was an avid airplane aficionado. He loved to watch old aircraft shows and attended airshows in various states often, his favorite aircraft was the Beechcraft V-Tail Bonanza. Howard had a giving heart by sharing his homemade bread, volunteering at his church and helping his family when needed. His goofy smile, stubborn attitude and the way he teased everyone with love in his eyes will be deeply missed. A celebration of life will be privately held.