of Bethesda, AR
October 12, 1936 - July 2, 2012
Gary Dale Griffin, 75, of Bethesda died Monday, July 2, 2012, at The White River Medical Center.
Born Oct. 12, 1936, in Dudley Missouri, he was the son of Mabel A. Funkhouser Griffin and Fonzie Griffin. He had a passion for fishing and was lovingly referred to as "Old Man River." He was a proud retiree of the United States Air Force where he served as an Avionics Maintenance Technician for over 21 years and was often referred to as an expert in Radar maintenance. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara A. Griffin of Bethesda.; three children, Danny W. Curtis of Montgomery, Texas, Dari D. Delozier of Bethesda and Lt Col Kenneth D. Griffin (Ret) of Fort Smith, Ar.; one sister, Janease Harms from Dudley; one brother, Lowan Griffin of Potosi, Mo.; four grandchildren, Russell A. Hughes of Bethesda, Dari D. Griffin, Danielle A. Griffin, and Meagen K. Griffin, all of Alma, Ar.; and several nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Glen Griffin, Kenneth Griffin, and Rudy Griffin; and one sister, Joann Kestner.
A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Friday, July 6th at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with longtime friend in Christ, Rondal Moser providing the eulogy.
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16 Condolence(s)
Larry Griffin
Saturday, August 18, 2012
I am Garys 1st cousin..My dad ,Rayford Griffin was his uncle and younger brother of Garys dad, Fonzie Griffin...I was sad to hear of his death and will always remember the times we spent together as an extended family with fond memories .I spent a lot of summer days and nights visiting Fonzie and Mabel and all the kids in Dudley. I hadn't seen or talked to Gary in quite a few years but we had a telephone coversation some years ago..We come from such a large family it is hard to keep up with everyone. If any of our relatives read this and would like to stay in touch, I am in St Louis and would love to hear from or see any of you ..My telephone # 314-918-1748..Larry Griffin
Steve and Sheila Booth
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
We are all so sad we just don't have words to express our grief. Our prayers are with you. Steve, Sheila and Armella (My heart breaks when I think about your loss. Uncle Gary has a special place in my heart. I was very young but I remember the attention and affection given to me by Uncle Gary when I was a child and I will always carry those memories in my heart. I feel very blessed to be born into the Griffin family. You are all special and i love you all dearly. Sheila)
Jan Burrow Qualls
Friday, July 13, 2012
iam just finding out about this and Iam feel so sorry for you all--I have been there and it's hard---I love you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers
Shorty Kestner, Debbie Kestner, Michael Kestner
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Aunt Barbara, Kenny, Danny, Dari and all the family--We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Gary. You are in our prayers at this sad and difficult time. Mom would talk often about her brother. She loved him and all of you.
Sandy Canada
Friday, July 6, 2012
Gary was a good man. He loved and cared for his wife, children and grandchildren. Missed, but not forgotten, rest in peace.
Jay, Clifette and Candace Rogers
Friday, July 6, 2012
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry that we can not be there with you. Watching the video brought back lots of good memories. Love you all...
Jeff and Tina Fuller
Thursday, July 5, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bro. Griffin. He taught our Sunday School class at Cushman in 1980 when we first married. He was a fine man and I know he will be missed by his family but will be a great asset to Heaven. Our prayers are with the family.
The McDoniel Family
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Dari and Family, our thoughts are with you now and during the tough days ahead. We loved the video memorial....it felt like we almost knew Poppy after seeing it. Such wonderful memories you have, and we hope they bring you great comfort as you begin to process and come to terms with your loss. Please don't hesitate to call anytime if there is anything we can do for you...nothing is too large or too small! ~Martha, Josh & Gaila
glenda blocker watson
Thursday, July 5, 2012
I graduated from Fisk Missouri High School with
Gary in 1954.
He was a great guy and a good friend.
May he rest in peace.
My sympathy to all of his family.
Laura Anderson
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Dari and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Bryan, Laura & Marley Anderson
Glenda and Mitch Holifield
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Gordon Affolder
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Sorry for your loss,may God speed
Gordon Affolder
Dairy Queen Employees
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
We are all sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you.
Sharon and Paul Strecker
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Barb, Dari, Kenny, Danny, and grandchildren, you are all in our prayers. May you receive peace from the wonderful memories that you have. It is hard to give up a love one, but he is resting and not suffering now. God bless each one of you, we love you all so much.
ella barnett
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
barb god will take care of you blessings
Linda Parks
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Very sorry for your loss.