of Dover, AR
November 19, 1941 - May 9, 2025
Thomas Knox Griffin, 83, of Dover, Arkansas passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025 in Dover. He was born on November 19, 1941 to the late Burley Dow Griffin and Vergie Ellen (Davis), in Wynne, Arkansas.
Thomas loved his family. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren. He was a faithful member of Victory Missionary Baptist Church and loved being a member of the S.A.M. group. He was active for many years in AWANA and VBS and the kids knew him as Bro. Tom. He enjoyed being outside fishing, hunting and camping. He was always telling "dad jokes". But, most of all, Thomas loved sharing about his Jesus.
In addition to his parents; Thomas was preceded in death by a brother, Marion Lee Griffin; a nephew, Buddy Griffin; brother in-law, Richard Epting and two sister in-laws, Pat Griffin and Cassie Ferguson.
Those that are left to cherish the memories of Thomas are his daughter, Leanne and husband, Reece Hogins of Dover; three sons, Shane and wife, Terry Griffin of Marion, AR, Kyle and wife, Jennifer Griffin of Dover and Dow and wife, Melanie Griffin of Collins, MS; twelve grandchildren, Cadrian (Ryan) Mayfield, Trey Hogins, Meghan Griffin, Megan (Alex) Barnes, Caitlin Griffin, Emily (Nick) Hopwood, Sydney (Val) Girault, Jillian Griffin, Shelbie Griffin, Cort (Alissa) Griffin, Audrey Kate Griffin, Declan Griffin and Chandler Signor; four great grandchildren, Reymond Mayfield, Blaykleigh and Braden Jackson and Reggie Hopwood; two sister in-laws, Shelia Epting and Imogene Farmer; along with numerous nieces, nephews and close friends.
A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Victory Missionary Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at Victory Missionary Baptist Church in Russellville. Interment to follow at McFadden Cemetery in Dover, AR, with Bro. Doug Hambrick officiating.
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13 Condolence(s)
Kim Durdin Stephens
Thursday, May 15, 2025
I have fond memories of Mr. Thomas when he worked for Jadd Plbg many years ago. I loved seeing Mr. Thomas come to work each day b/c he was always joyful and could make us all laugh. Sorry to hear of his passing. I know he will be missed by the multitudes.
Ayden Edwards
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
It is so hard to see you away now. But at least I know you are dancing and running around up there in Heaven with Jesus. You are pain and cancer free now. It is going to be so weird now not seeing you in the little chair you always sit in on Wednesday nights for AWANA. And not seeing you in your pew.
I am going to miss all your stories and little talks. Thank you for teaching me about Jesus and just for everything you have did for me.
Until we meet again in glorious heaven. Love on earth for you Bro. Thomas.
Love you so much.
Cathy Lomax
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Leanne, Reece and family.. we are praying for you during this difficult time but praising God above with you too for the joyous reunion of your sweet Dad with Jesus. Our hearts and prayers are with you!! Love to you all.. Loren, Cathy, Hannah and Sarah
John Henry Jones
Monday, May 12, 2025
Leeanne, Kyle, and Dow I am so sorry at the loss of your father and my dear friend. I know that your dad was met at the gates of Heaven by Jesus Christ Himself. Right now he is walking the streets of gold. Thomas is already missed by the Senior Adult Class at Victory Missionary Baptist Church. AWANA won't be the same anymore since Thomas is not there. And he will be missed during VBS. He was a true man of God! The Griffin families are in my prayers.
Resa McVay
Monday, May 12, 2025
Leanne,
I so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Please know you and the family are in my prayers.
Rssa
Tim and Cindy Goates
Monday, May 12, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Scott Fraley
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Condolences from all of the Fraley Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Brenda Dammis
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Shane and family, please know I understand what a difficult time this is. Sending you lots of love and many prayers for strength!! God will carry you through, HE will never leave or forsake you!! God be with you all now and in the days ahead. ❣️🙏🏻
Erik and Michelle Sammis
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Sincere condolences from the Sammis family. Prayers to Shane, Kyle, and the rest of the family for God to lift them up in their time of grieving.
Tony Busby
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Sorry to hear about Thomas loved this man when I was 16 years old worked with him and Richard Eppting as a plumbers helper. Plus we were all a member of the Woodlawn gang praying for you.
John Rimmer
Friday, May 9, 2025
Chris and I have the Griffin family in our thoughts and prayers. May God help you heal your grief over your loss. Thomas was a great guy and will be missed greatly. God bless your family.
Katie Houghton
Friday, May 9, 2025
We love you, Thomas! We are thankful you are pain free in the presence of our Lord.
Until we meet again in that glorious home,
Lots of love!
- Houghtons
Erica Edwards
Friday, May 9, 2025
You will be missed bro. Thomas my boys thought the world of you, and always enjoyed your stories and jokes! Until we meet again you are pain and cancer free.
Love The Edwards Family