of Jonesboro, AR
June 9, 1933 - August 11, 2016
James R. Griffin of Jonesboro, AR passed away Thursday August 11, 2016 in Jonesboro at the age of 83. He was born June 9, 1933 at Jonesboro to the late Virgil and Pauline (Roberts) Griffin. Mr. Griffin was retired but he was well known for his carpentry work, he was of the Baptist belief and served in the Army during the Korean Conflict where he was stationed in Germany.
Mr. Griffin is preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters, Patsy Lucas, Mae Griffin, Martha Higgins, and a brother, Michael M. Griffin.
Survivors include his wife, Inez Gibson Griffin; son, Carey (Ruth) Griffin of Little Rock; 3 grandchildren, Jeremiah Thomas Griffin, Celeste Davis, Erin Griffin; 2 brothers, David (Ann) Griffin of New Mexico, Roger P Griffin of Jonesboro; and a sister, Mary (Herbert J.) Pierce of Jonesboro.
Graveside services will be Saturday August 13 at 3:00pm at Pine Log Cemetery in Brookland, AR with Jerry Jolly officiating.
Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at the funeral home before the service.
Services under the direction of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home in Jonesboro.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Jonesboro
Sorry for your loss . Praying
Sorry for your loss.
I am sorry for your loss.
prayers being offered.
Charlotte
Praying for your family.
Inez and Cary Don, We are so sorry for your loss. Also regret that we can't be there for you as Adruain had cataract surgery today.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, we love you!!
Mary I am so sorry to hear about Jim. You and Brother Herbert will be in my thoughts and prayers. Barbara Atkins