Milton Laverne Griffin
November 16, 1923 ~ February 23, 2021
ROCKY MOUNT - Milton Laverne Griffin, age 97, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Born in Nash County, NC on November 16, 1923, he was the son of the late Sidney David Griffin and Eva Proctor Griffin. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Frances Dorsett Griffin.
Milton graduated from Red Oak High School and attended college at NC State University. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps on December 10, 1942 during World War II and was assigned to the 351st Bombardment Group in which he contributed to over 60 missions. In 2011, he was honored with being on board for the Flight of Honor. Milton retired with the US Postal Service after 30 years of dedicated service. He was a charter member of Dortches Ruritan Club and was a longtime member of Dortches Baptist Church. He was a farmer and gardener for many years. Milton enjoyed traveling all over the United States, fishing, and loved attending NC State football and basketball games. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, and friend, and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Milton is survived by his daughters, Sheila Varnell (Boyce) and Karen Bottoms (Thomas); his son, Sid Griffin (Lisa); his grandchildren, Amy Wood and family, Bryon Varnell (Stephanie), Mandy Joyner (Will) and family, Kelly Grady (Tommy) and family, Kyle Massengale (Amy) and family, Lindsay Oliver (Jacob) and family, April Eisenman (Blair), and Heather Griffin (Hayden); his sisters, Carolyn Grigg and Edna Thompson (Joe).
A Private Graveside Service will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Milton Griffin Memorial Fund at Dortches Baptist Church, 4776 Dortches Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting the need for social distancing and wearing of masks due to health concerns faced around our nation at this time.
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.
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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
A Private Graveside Service will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
A Private Graveside Service will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Sheila so very sorry to hear of Milton’s passing. He was such a fine man and Ed thought the world of him and we were proud to call him our friend. God bless you and the family and give you added strength during this trying time. Love and prayers.
I know the grief is heavy, but glory to God you will see him again. He was always a gentle and kind person. May God cover you with His comfort during the days ahead. Hugs to all.
I know the grief is heavy, but glory to God you will see him again. He was always a gentle and kind person. May God cover you with His comfort during the days ahead. Hugs to all.
I know the grief is heavy, but glory to God you will see him again. He was always a gentle and kind person. May God cover you with His comfort during the days ahead. Hugs to all.
We are sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May the thoughts and precious memories of your father bring you much comfort and peace at this most difficult time. You all are in my prayers. Love. Linda Cannady
Lost one of the best uncles ever. He and Frances were second parents to me.
Mr. Griffin was such a nice person and a faithful member of the church. He used to take my Mama, Roslyn Fisher and his sister, Edna Joyce to the basketball games in Rocky Mount. Our prayers and thoughts go to the family.
Hi Sid, Karen , and Shelia I`m so sorry about your Dad. I know how hard it is to lose him. Thank God that Christ will return to gather us all together to be with him and one another. You know how much each of you has meant me over the years. May God bless and keep you. Love, Johnny High
Edna and Joe, please accept my deepest sympathies upon the death of your dear brother, Milton. You and your family were certainly blessed to have had him all these years, leaving you with many, many wonderful memories. He certainly lived a full and productive life, serving his nation, church, and community admirably. May God bless you and your whole family in the days ahead and bring you comfort and peace, as you celebrate and give thanks to God for a life well lived and for the good steward of his God-given gifts that he was. May your faith in God and the love of family and friends sustain you in the days ahead. May God be with you.
In memory of Milton Laverne Griffin, V. Gail Proctor lit a candle
In memory of Milton Laverne Griffin, Mike Brantley lit a candle
We mourn our loss here on earth, but we can rejoice in knowing that he is with our Father for eternity. Praying for your family
We send our thoughts, love, and prayers for comfort to all of you.
So saddened for your loss. Remember Uncle Milton very well from the Griffin reunions. His father and my grandfather were brothers. Prayers for the family.