Mary Frances Griffin

1926 - 2017

Mary Frances Griffin obituary, 1926-2017, Columbus, GA

BORN

1926

DIED

2017

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Striffler-Hamby Mortuary

4071 Macon Road

Columbus, Georgia

Mary Griffin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 9, 2017.

Frances Griffin, 91 of Columbus, Georgia passed away on August 3, 2017 at Columbus Hospice.
She was born on June 19, 1926 in Columbus, Georgia to the late John E. Rigsby and Mary Jane Rigsby. Mrs. Griffin is also preceded in death by her husband Ollie Griffin, Jr. Frances was a 1944 graduate of Jordan Vocational High School. As a faithful member of Epworth United Methodist Church of Columbus Mrs. Griffin was active in the Hands In Service (HIS) United Methodist Women. She loved and was loved by her church family. As a lifelong homemaker, Mrs. Griffin possessed a great sense of humor and was an avid reader, enjoyed cross word puzzles and created beautiful pieces of colored art.
Frances Griffin a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother leaves her loving memory to be cherished by her three sons, Dennis W. Griffin (Mona H.), Glenn A. Griffin (Vicky F.), David L. Griffin (Elizabeth); her loving grandchildren, Kelei D. Griffin Sabatino (Jason) of Roswell, GA, Reagan L. Griffin Sauls (Trey) of Norcross, GA, Lindsey M. Griffin Woods (Tim) of Columbus, GA, Keri E. Griffin Robbins (Britton) of Cyprus, MA3 Nicholas O. Griffin (E3 Kimi) of The U.S. Navy; her loving great grandchildren, Alec J. Sabatino, Aubrey M. Sabatino, Griffin Sauls, Jackson P. Woods, Jacob O. Woods, Phinehas J. Robbins, Silas E. Robbins, and Abigail M. Robbins.
A funeral service will be held on August 11, 2017 at 3:00 PM in the Edgewood Hall of Striffler-Hamby, Columbus, Georgia with Reverend Tony Crosby officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will visit with friends Thursday evening at Striffler-Hamby, Columbus from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. To leave condolences for her family please visit www.shcolumbus.com. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions can be made to Epworth UMC, Columbus Hospice, Frontier Alliance International mission group or any charity of your choice.

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August 11, 2017

To the family of Frances Griffin, My prayers are with your family at this time, Frances and Ollie were very life loving people and i am so glad i got to know them and your family through Bud and Lela, Enjoyed the summers when you came to Asheville, thanks to all for such fun memories. Love Teresa Roberts Massey(Candler, NC)

August 11, 2017

Bill, Hope, Willie and Addison Thrower

Ms. Frances was one of the most warm, loving kind women I have ever met. I loved her sense of humor and wit. She will be missed and my prayers are with you and your families.

August 9, 2017

Diane Rogers

Dear Glenn , Vicky and family ,

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Mrs. Griffin was such a sweet and special lady , I'm thankful I had the honor of meeting her. My your memories of her bring comfort to you.

Love,
Diane Rogers

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