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.
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9 Condolence(s)
MARGARET BLASINGAME
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Our deepest sympathy we will miss him down he was a really great guy I loved his sense of humor he was the best husband you could have ever gotten you are lucky take that cherish it like I know you are I feel for you he will be deeply deeply missed our deepest sympathy to you and your children and grandchildren and all Margaret and David blasingame
Ronny hall
Thursday, September 9, 2021
Sorry for your lost he was a great friend going to miss him at the Hytrol retirees breakfast
Louise Willhelm
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Joan, my heart goes out to you. I know how hard it is to lose your husband! My prayers and thoughts are with you and April as you go through this. Love, Louise
Kay Wessell
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss Joan and April.
I have only fond memories of him and your family.
Prayers always
Gavie Jsmes
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
My love to all Johnny will be greatly missed by family and friends Prayers gor his family and friends
Roy Rothenberger
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
May all your birdie putt in heaven go in . Joan so sorry for your loss ! I will miss our talk when I would come over . He taught me so much in life ! One of the best men I know ! RIP Johnny !
Rhonda (Jones) Brady
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I was shocked and saddened when Wendy told me about the passing of this great man. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years at Hytrol and he always had a smile for me whenever our paths crossed. We missed him when he retired. My prayers are that God hold each of you close and gives you comfort that only he can.
Tony Humphrey
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
I was very saddened to hear about the passing of my good friend, Johnny Griffin. We had some great times in high school. I pray that the Precious Holy Spirit will comfort your hearts, as only He can do. You will be in my prayers as your life has been changed forever. May He be with you continually as you go through these difficult times.
Tony Humphrey
Tina Andrews Warren
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
He was a Good man, he will Greatly be missed.