Robert James Griffin,
94, of Coldwater passed away Friday, January 11, 2019.
A funeral
service will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at Dutcher
Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Frank Snyder of Calvary Baptist Church of
Quincy officiating and Military Honors being presented by Coldwater American
Legion Post #52. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 10:00 am.
A graveside service will take place Friday, January 18, 2019 at Mt. Hope
Cemetery in Middleville, MI at 1:00 pm.
Robert was born December 2, 1924 to
Raymond and Frances (Shattuck) Griffin in Pontiac. Robert and his brothers
proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II. God brought home alive all six of the Griffin brothers. Robert
served in Africa as part of the Navy's Construction Battalion.
On
January 18, 1947 he married the love of his life, Violet “Denise” Catlin in
Pontiac. Rarely are there two hearts with such
affection and devotion to each other, as are Robert and Violet Denise Catlin,
who celebrate 71 years of marriage. Bob
was a hardworking man, spending 20 plus years working at Burton Abstract &
Title Company.
Bob
was a man of strong faith and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. His love for the Savior showed in his passion for Sunday school.
His vision resulted in hundreds of people having a chance to worship and hear
the Good News, as well as a new church: Faith Baptist Church of Waterford
Michigan. Robert cherished the Gingellville Michigan years. Everyone loved
the country life, and the deep sense of brotherhood and adoption by so many
families in the community.
Bob
was a talented artist and singer, performing as the “Griffin Brothers Quartet”.
He was fond of storytelling. He will be remembered for always being happy,
funny, and generous. Bob’s true joy in life was spending time with his family,
especially his grandchildren. Painter, Photographic
Artist, Inventor . . . Space does not permit the chance to give a true picture
of Robert James Griffin – A great man among all men.
Mr. Griffin is survived by his wife
Denise Griffin of Coldwater; Generosity describes
him perfectly. Robert gave so much of himself to his children(spouses): Robert
Dean Griffin (Judy), Donald, Steven(Mary-Anne), Susan Hopkins(Dennis),
Douglas, Timothy(Liz), Bonnie Kissling(Gerry); his brother Jack II Griffin; his sister Janice
Fugate; fishing, golf and a multitude of games filled
his life with his grandchildren: Gaelan Griffin, Siobhan Griffin, Cuinn
Griffin(Corey), Kylie Lubben(Tom), Grady Griffin, Mehgan Gillis(Ed), Ian
Conroy(Tanja), Jason Hopkins(Anabel), Mark Hopkins, Naomi Skiff(Corey), Robert
Douglas Griffin, Mathew Griffin, Eric Griffin, Karla Godat(Tyler), Isaac
Griffin, Josiah Griffin, Ryan Griffin, Jacob Kissling(Julia), Jessica
Londo(Eric), Seth Kissling(Jessica), Alyssa Painter(Caleb), Preston Kissling,
Justin Kissling.
The delight he took with his 12 great
grandchildren (and one on the way), and three great-great grandchildren
illustrates that he was truly a happy man. Also is his brother-in-law
Dennis (Barbara) Catlin of Las Vegas, and many nieces & nephews. Robert has
joined a crowd of family and friends, including his parents; his son Donald
Griffin; his brothers Reynolds, William, Edward, Tomas, Richard, Gene, Jack I,
Charles (Robert's twin) and sister Marjorie Rogers – all who are part of the
heavenly throng.
Memorials
may be directed to Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls.
www.dutcherfh.com
