of Clarksville, AR
February 12, 1939 - February 23, 2018
Max Lynn Griggs, 79 of Clarksville, passed away Friday, February 23, 2018 in Clarksville with his loved ones by his side. Max was born February 12, 1939 in Gorman, TX to Mr. Ernest and Margaret (Wicker) Griggs. Max served our country in the U.S. Navy. He loved golfing, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Calvin Griggs.
Mr. Griggs is survived by his wife of 28 years Margaret (McCollum) Griggs; three sons: Gary (Sherri) Griggs of Amarillo, TX, Mathew Griggs of Florida, and Tim Collins of Bedford, NH.; one daughter: Traci Stanley of Anchorage, AK ; brother David (Debbie) of Clarksville, AR; two sisters: Barbara (Wayne) Slater of Pampa, TX. And Marlene Riddle of Pampa, TX. There are 6 grandchildren: Cory, Jack, Talon, Brock, Madison, and Jillian; and a host of friends and other family.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 P.M. Monday, February 26, 2018 at the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Griggs's funeral service will be held 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Clarksville, AR. with Dr. Darrell Bridges officiating. Burial will follow at the Fort Smith National Cemetery with Ron Collins, Randy Gresham, Don Cowell, Bob Freeman, Jamie Payne, Doug Harvey, and Dan Leeds serving as Pallbearers. Gaston Griggs, Cory Griggs, Doug Griggs, Britt Griggs, Steve Thornton, Brian Thornton, and Danny Hansen serving as Honorary Pallbearers.
Dearest Margaret,
I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Max's passing. He was so very special to our family. Although he was not a biological Uncle, the honorary title of "Uncle Max" showed how very dear and loved he was to our family. I have so many wonderful memories of our time with him. One very special time comes to mind.....My parents (Jim and Peggy Hamman) were celebrating their 25th anniversary (they have now been married 58 years) Uncle Max was living out of state. I sent him an email stating that although I knew he couldn't attend....I didn't want him left out. As we were setting up the venue.....in walks Uncle Max! He said "Jany Jo! Don't ever tell me that I can't make it to a party!" He just made the special day all the more special! We were all in tears that he had made the trip! That was just one of many of the special times we shared with him. Our love and sympahty to all of you for your loss. He was truly a wonderful and loving man. Much Love, Jim and Peggy Hamman , Billy and Jan Guilliams and family, Don and Lori Colborn and family.
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at
2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Our deepest sympathy sent with love and concern....
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for Max and the family during this most difficult time to bring comfort to all.
With our deepest sympathy,
Edie & Joe Mechelay
Pampa, TX
I'm so sorry to see the loss of Uncle Max. I will him but he is with my Dad now. I'm sure they are celebrating and will be watching over us all.
Margaret and family,
Love and prayers!