Robert “Wayne” Griffin

ROCKY MOUNT - It is with great sadness that the family of Mr. Robert "Wayne" Griffin announces his passing on Saturday, July 27, 2019. He was born in Edgecombe County, NC on February 23, 1964. Wayne will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 31 years, Sandra Griffin; two children, Megan and Brandon Griffin; his mother, Doris Griffin; his two sisters, Lisa Dickerson and husband, Andy and Deborah Edmondson; father and mother-in law, Ray and Paulette Bolin; brother-in-law, Allen Bolin and wife, Stephanie; a niece Lillian Bolin; three nephews, Steve Joyner and wife, Crystal, Shane High, and Connor Bolin; and many other family and friends. Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Griffin; sister, Sheila Joyner and husband, Steve; and two nephews, Andy and Scottie Joyner. Wayne was an incredible father, a special son and brother, a super uncle, a loyal friend, and an unconditionally loving husband. Wayne was raised by two amazing parents Robert and Doris Griffin alongside his sisters. He enjoyed his youth with spontaneous trips and playing pool with his wife Sandy and many friends. After having two children, Wayne devoted his life to being a remarkable father, all while remaining an avid helper to other family, friends, and co-workers. Trips to the mountains with his family were among one of his favorite things, along with creating unique projects, helping others, and enjoying time playing cards. Wayne's extended family were all extremely important to him as well, having several great nieces, nephews, and cousins, they all held a piece of his heart. Wayne was a hard-working man who was grateful to provide and help his family and friends, his presence will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Mike Edmondson officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. A Private Family Committal Service will take place. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Wayne's name to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Wednesday 7/31, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Thursday 8/1, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Mike Edmondson officiating. Cemetery A Private Family Committal Service will take place.