of Jonesboro, AR

March 24, 1953 - September 6, 2021

Johnny Robert Griffin, 68, of Jonesboro, departed his earthly life on Monday, September 6, 2021 at NEA Baptist Hospital to forever live with our Lord and Savior. Johnny was born on March 24, 1953 in Needham, AR to the late Willis and Ruby (Smith) Griffin. He was employed by Hytrol Conveyor in Jonesboro for 43 years until his retirement in 2014. He was of the Christian faith and attended Providence Baptist Church in Trumann. Johnny's hobbies included playing golf, watching a good sports game and fishing.

Johnny was preceded in death by both parents; two sisters, Shirley Greise and Helen Cambron; and one brother, Timothy Griffin.

Johnny is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Joan Gail (Thomas) Griffin of the home; one daughter, April (Jason) Coin of Trumann; three grandsons, Dalton Reed and Skyler Reed both of Jonesboro, and Hunter Coin of Trumann; one sister, June (Tommy) Wheeler of Bono; one brother, Jack (Sandi) Griffin of Bay; and a host of extended family, nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services will be 1 pm Thursday at Providence Baptist Church, 904 Swaney, in Trumann with Tommy Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow at Nettleton Cemetery in Jonesboro.

Visitation will precede the service beginning at 12 pm until time of service.

Dalton Reed, Skyler Reed, Hunter Coin, Ren Schuburte, Preston Williams and Junior Wheeler will serve as active pallbearers.

Mitchell Williams, Jeff Lee, Keith Lee, Steve Griffin and all former co-workers and friends from Hytrol will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com