of Benton, AR
July 10, 1944 - December 14, 2021
Horace ''Buddy'' F. Grifford, Jr., 77 of Benton, AR passed away December 14, 2021. He was born on July 10, 1944 in Prescott, AR to Frank and Lois Grifford.
Buddy is survived by his wife of 30 years, Marilyn, and four children, Buddy Ray Patterson, Kathy McAdoo, Barbie Cogburn and Jarod Grifford. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lois Grifford and one son, Jeff Grifford. Buddy left behind 5 grandchildren, Cody, Megan, Cameron, Katy, and Harper. He also leaves to cherish his memory 4 siblings, Norma Calhoun, Martha Purser, Meda Hargrove (Larry), and Tim Grifford (Mary) and many nieces, nephews, and close friends.
Buddy graduated in1964 from Fort Smith High School and from UAMS School of Pharmacy in 1969. Buddy was a pharmacist for 51 years, owning a drug store in Malvern and Bryant, AR. He also worked at Westside Pharmacy and Finley Pharmacy in Benton. Buddy loved being a pharmacist, it was never a job to him.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 19th at Roller- Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Rd, Benton, from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. The funeral service will be on Monday, December 20th at 1:30 P.M. at Roller- Alcoa Funeral Home with interment following in Pinecrest Memorial Park, Alexander, AR.
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24 Condolence(s)
Cindy & Danny Galindo
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am sorry for your loss and pray for healing. Papa Bud was a wonderful kind man and he was loved by so many and touched so many hearts. He will truly be missed. We love you all.
Karl and Carla Thomas
Monday, December 20, 2021
We loved Buddy so much. He was so good to Helen Thomas when she worked at Westside and he made sure he had a plentiful supply of green suckers for our son Ben when he was a little boy. He treated us more like family than customers. We followed him to Finley with Tim and missed him so much the last couple of years! We are praying for the family and we are so happy and comforted to know we will see him again some day. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
James Russell
Monday, December 20, 2021
Buddy was my best friend in high school, He and I worked together in grocery stores in FS, went to FS junior college together. We meet right after his family moved to FS and we became great friends. One night after work, we decided to go to Dallas! We drove all night in in my 1953 Ford! We had a great time. I will miss him greatly, I came to Benton about two years ago to visit him at his work, and I walked right by him, he changed a lot since teen age years. God bless his family, I will truly miss him.
Floyd and Rita Atkinson
Sunday, December 19, 2021
To the family, friends, coworkers, and customers of Buddy.
He was a such wonderful man, very professional, and went out of his way to help you understand drugs given to you by your doctor. He will be greatly missed.
May the cherished memories that you treasure be of comfort as the days go forward.
Prayers of comfort and peace that only our Savior can provide.
Blessings to you
Tarina and Westley Bennett
Sunday, December 19, 2021
We will sure miss this sweet sweet man. He was kind to all not a mean bone did he have.
Rest In Peace Buddy you sure deserve it
Maribeth and Larry Bueche
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Marilyn, your sweet Bud will be missed. He was a good man and our prayers are with you today and everyday to come. God Bless, Larry and Maribeth
Jack and Peggy Wood
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Marilyn, Our throughs and prayers are with you and family. The love you and Buddy shown for each other was great for others to see. Buddy will be missed and may he Rest In Peace.
Tina Clift
Sunday, December 19, 2021
Buddy will be missed by this whole community. We love him and will never forget his kindness and sence of humor. He was one of a kind. Sending prayers to the family. 💙
John and Rebecca Murdock
Sunday, December 19, 2021
I met Buddy at UAMS college of pharmacy in 1065. He became a dear friend for the rest of our lives. We shared the good times and bad times. He was always my pharmacist and friend. Prayed for the Gifford family and may God grand them peace. Rest In Peace my friend
Deborah S. Petty
Saturday, December 18, 2021
Buddy,
I will forever and never forget you!! Your amazing man help you no matter what!! You would come out behind the desk in pharmacy to help me when I use to drive!! I don't any more!!
But you an honest man with a big heart!!
Thank You for being you!!
Deborah Lawrence
Friday, December 17, 2021
So sorry to hear of the passing of Buddy. He was a great caring man and pharmacist never failed to explain about the medication you was prescribed at Westside and Finley Pharmacies. Loved talking to him always so nice and would go above and beyond in customer service!! He will be missed!! May God wrap his arms around the family during this difficult time and give strength, comfort and peace to all. My thoughts and prayers to the family! May God Bless you all!
Janice and Jerry May
Thursday, December 16, 2021
I grew up across the street from the Grifford kids in Prescott, and I have so many memories of all the good times we had playing together. In fact, they were like my brothers and sisters. Ms. Lois was my mother's best friend and they shared a morning coffee break almost daily. I am so sorry to hear of Buddy's loss, and I want the family to know you are all in my prayers. I remember Buddy as a very sweet boy when we were growing up together.
Jerry Dean and Janice Fore May
Jackie & Carolyn Mills
Thursday, December 16, 2021
We are very sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Your all in our thoughts & prayers.
Larry, Andrea , Jacob & Jared Warner
Thursday, December 16, 2021
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Buddy. He was a great man, friend & pharmacist. He will defiantly be missed!! Your all in our Thoughts & Prayers.
Rhonda Barnett
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Buddy was a great person and friend, I'm sure gonna miss visiting with him. I also enjoyed working with him. Love You Buddy. Many prayers for the family. GOD BLESS!!!! ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ’œðŸ’œðŸ’œðŸ’œ
Judy mccallister
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Buddy is a wonderful man and friend!! He was so caring and such a helpful person. May God be with the family!
Sonya Goforth
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Prayers to the whole family. Buddy will be missed by many, he always had a smile on his face and a really big heart. He adored his wife and children and spoke of them often. He will most defiantly be missed. ðŸ™ðŸ»
Yvonne Limon
Thursday, December 16, 2021
My heart breaks for the family. Buddy was so kind and caring and was alway there to help when I had questions about my elderly dads medicine . He was one of the most caring pharmacist I have ever met. I pray god gives the entire family the strength they need in this difficult time He will be missed by all of knew him
Lacea Allen
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
So sorry for the families loss! I didn't really know Buddy, but I worked for his brother, Tim, at Walmart pharmacy for almost 12 years
Janice Rogers Allred
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. Buddy was a great guy. I enjoyed getting to know him when he came to TimberRidge. He loved his family and spoke of them often. He will be missed. May God provide comfort to you in the days ahead.
Tonya and Lulu Knight
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Prayers hugs and comfort love
Love ya
Tonya and Lulu Knight
Lulu is my service dog
Amanda Barnett
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Buddy was always smiling when he visited us at Timber Ridge. I enjoyed working with him. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Bill and Gail Harp
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Marilyn and Kids,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Buddy. Not only was he family, he was also our pharmacist and friend!! Our prayers are with you all.
Bill and Gail Harp
Frances McNeil
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Marilyn, my prayers are with you and your family. I considered Buddy my friend and pharmacist. He was always extremely helpful.