of Omaha, AR
April 30, 1937 - November 29, 2024
Jerry Lee Griffitt, 87, of Omaha, passed away, with his family by his side, on Friday, November 29, 2024, at his home. He was born April 30, 1937, to Rufus Clayton and Elise Corrina Weir Griffitt.
Jerry was a member of Lakeland Baptist Church. He enjoyed fly fishing, fly tying, wood carving, arrowhead making and wood crafting. He worked for Bell Helicopter as a tool maker, retiring after 30 years, 17 of those years as supervisor. After retirement, he worked 12 years at Big Cedar Lodge and the 9 more years at Dogwood Canyon.
He is survived by his wife, Toka E. Griffitt, of the home; his son: L. Brent Griffitt; three daughters; Terri L. McKnight, Kimberly A. Wade, and Tracy R Killen; 11 grandchildrenp; 14 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Anthony Carl Waldrop; and two brothers.
Memorial service will be at a later time at Lakeland Baptist Church.
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2 Condolence(s)
Dawn Starnes
Sunday, December 22, 2024
I will always miss your smiles and laughter from work. And then your continued friendship on Facebook. You would always make me smile or would be praying with me. Rest well in Heaven Jerry. And for his family my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Debbie and Shelby Waters
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Toka—you and your family are in our prayers. We have been so blessed to know and love Jerry and you. We love you.