Linda Lewis Griffith
March 18, 1945 ~ March 1, 2010
Linda Gayle Lewis Griffith, 64, passed away Monday, March 01, 2010. She was born March 18, 1945 in Huntington WV, daughter of James A. Lewis and Lois Smith Lewis.
Linda leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 34 years, William Griffith; one son, J.C. Griffith; brothers, Carlos Lewis of Panama City FL and Larry Lewis of Huntington WV; sisters-in-law, Kim Lewis, Ava Ballard, and Linda Lewis; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Kathy and Jim Hamilton; nieces and nephews, Erin Darling, Lisa Eveson, Lori Lewis, Angie Lewis, Kelly Lewis, Jaimee Hamilton, Matt Lewis, J.T. Lewis and James Hamilton. She will also be remembered by her special friends, Wayne and Gaye Edwards and their children, Maury Edwards of Washington DC, Robert Edwards, Jackie and Greg Bunch, and Patrick and Paige Edwards, all of Whitakers, Stell Lopez, Jenny Davis, Vickie Davidson, and Ramona Burnes, all of Rocky Mount, and Karen Caswell of Ocean City NJ; and her devoted pet, Sadie.
The family will receive friends and relatives at a gathering 7-8:30pm Saturday, March 06, 2010 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A memorial service to celebrate Linda's life will be held at 7:00pm Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Sheffield Church of Christ, Rocky Mount.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made "In memory of Linda Griffith" to the Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development, 1162 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC. You may share your memories and send the family condolences online by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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To the Griffith Family…I will always remember Linda’s laughter and her wonderful sense of humor. She will truly be missed but I also know that she is no longer in any pain and that she is settled in the arms of Jesus. My prayers go out to all of you who know her. I know that I too will see her again. Bev Preston Chisum
JC I am so very sorry for you and your family’s loss. Your mom is in a much better place now and God has made her healthy and strong again. My thoughts and prayers are with your and your family in this difficult time.
I miss you my friend. We shared tears & laughs, & some great conversations. Looking out now knowing that I will never see you & Sadie walking by again….it is my heartfelt loss!!!…..knowing that you’re healthy & strong in God’s arms…I say thankyou for the gift of knowing you & for his Grace.
THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. I WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY HEART. [emailprotected] DIABETIC
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Dear Bill, May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family during this extremely difficult time. Linda remains in your hearts always and will be there to give you the strength to endure. God Bless, Neil and Karen Crowley
Bill and J.C. We opened the paper Wednesday morning and saw Linda’s name and Bill Davis and we could not help but remember when all of our families were on a ballfield together. What wonderful memories we have of you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Bill and JC. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry. Linda will be missed but is with God now and has no more pain. God is there for the both of you in this time and will help you. Lean on your friends and family. Vicki Stoner
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Bill and JC, We are all truly blessed to have had such a wonderful lady and person as part of our lives. Linda was a great wife, mother, aunt, sister and friend! She will truly be missed by us all. This weekend’s memorial was a fitting way to celebrate her life because that is how she lived life, as a celebration. Even in difficult times, life was a celebration to her! What an example for us all to follow in the days, months and years ahead. I know too that she is now watching over us all from heaven. That very thought gives me great comfort as I continue down the path God has set before me. I hope that is does for you as well. Know that you are both loved, not only by Linda, but by all of us who were graced by her presence in our lives. Best, Matt
Bill and JC .. what a joy it was to be around Linda! You were both blessed for having her for a wife and mother. God will strengthen and comfort you for He knows your needs. My prayer would be that in time, when you think of her, it will bring a smile to your face along with some wonderful memories.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal. Aunt Linda, you’re an awesome lady. ) I’m so glad I got to see you at Crystal River after so many years. I’m so sorry your time on Earth was cut short, but I’m sure you’re the source of lots of laughter in Heaven! Uncle Bill, JC, Mammaw and Dad, my heart aches for all of you at this difficult time. I love you all very much.
I remember all the funny stories Linda would tell about JC when he was little. Amongst all of the moms, I think she got the biggest kick and the most joy out of being a mom. She was so vibrant and witty and added amazing warmth to every Smith gathering. I will miss her very much.
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To my best friend, loving wife, caring mother, and an inspiration to everyone who ever met you. Know you are loved and missed by me , JC and everyone else. I will cherish the thirty four years we spent together. I love you!
My heart aches for Bill, J.C., myself, and everyone who knew and loved Linda. For to know Linda, was to love Linda. There was simply no other way. I will so miss her laughing eyes, kind touch, sharp intellect, and joyous spirit. While I truly wish she could have had more time on this earth, I take some comfort in the fact that she is in a better place where there is no suffering. And, I know that she is still with me — what we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. I have so many wonderful memories to sustain me, but I will always love and miss her terribly.
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Dear Bill and J.C. What a wonderful person Linda was,so loving,kind,funny,strong,courageous…truly an inspiration to anyone who was lucky enough to have ever met her and spent time with her. We hope in time your memories will ease the pain of your loss and you will be comforted in knowing her suffering is over. What a better place our little world was for having her, and oh my can you imagine how much more heavenly Heaven is now that she’s there Love, Toni Sue and Clif
Dear Bill and J.C. We just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We also wanted to express our gratitude for all your kindnesses and hospitality. We were fed well and enjoyed visiting with family and friends, the only thing missing was Linda. We missed her presence, her quick wit and her caring persona. Hang in there – we will be in touch. Love, Doris and Earl
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Dear Bill and JC, Please know our hearts have been saddened by the loss of Linda. She was an inspiration to all who had the blessings of knowing her. She touched so many by her wit, her smile and her honesty. The world was a better place because of Linda and now it is the same for heaven. God must have needed a special angel. Our love to you both, Alana and Morris