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Johnnie Griffin


Sunrise: May 21, 1949

Sunset: February 4, 2025

Johnnie Griffin was born on May 21, 1949, to the late Johnnie B. Griffin and Mary Downing Griffin in Norfolk, Virginia. He peacefully entered eternal rest on February 4, 2025. Johnnie lived life to the fullest every day while enjoying his family, his work, his favorite hobbies, and his friends. He was an active and faithful member of Life Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and was also a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan.

The family of Johnnie Griffin wishes to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to each of you for your kind expressions of love, your thoughts, prayers, phone calls, cards, flowers, and visits during our time of bereavement.

May God continue to bless each of you.

Celebration of Life: COME IN PERSON OR WATCH ONLINE Friday, February 14, 2025 2:00 PM Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, Virginia Laid to Rest: Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery 5310 Milners Road Suffolk, Virginia

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    Daren Miles says

    Johnnie was a gift to this world and to those that knew you. This man truly had a heart of sunshine on a cloudy day. If you really knew him, Johnnie would have you laughing at any moment and for any reason. He will be missed, but the memories of him will live on forever. Prayers of comfort to his family and know that I’m a life that Johnnie has touched.

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    Noreen Gomez says

    Condolences to Johnny’s family. Johnny was a one of a kind human being. The world lost a good soul. SIP my Friend.

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    Glen Johnson says

    My sincere condolences to the Griffin Family.

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    Eberechi Ugwu-Amole says

    Johnnie or JG as many fondly called him, was truly a wonderful person. He could brighten up your darkest days and turn your frown into a smile. He had the most unique sayings and would find humor in almost any situation. He is missed already. My sincere condolences to the Griffin family and all those who knew him.

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    elizabeth mitchell says

    Our condolences to the Griffin family. It was a blessing to have known him . We really loved him and his family and his big smile, We’re praying for his family. Libby

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    Tom Trievel says

    My condolences to the Griffin family. Jonnie was one of the best co-workers I ever had. Always there to lend a hand and a smile!

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    Charvelle Thomas says

    My condolences to the Griffen Family. He was a friendly neighbor, and love to laugh. RIP!

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    Sandra's Bray Overton kelsie Bray daughter Belinda Bray Anthony sister and Stephens cousin says

    My condolences to the Griffin family. My God give you the strength and courage you need at this difficult time

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    Karyl McCormick says

    My sincere condolences to the Griffin family on the loss of your loved one. I worked with Johnnie he was a very kind and funny person. If you needed his help he would be right there. He would have you laughing all day if you let him because you never knew what he might say. He will definitely be missed.

    RIP my friend, it was a pleasure to have known you. May God continue to bless the family through this difficult time.

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    Jimmy Wilson says

    As one veteran to another. I salute you my brother. You were an inspiration to me and my family, and my family loved you very much.
    I have known Johnnie for many years. This man could brighten my day with so much humor even in difficult times of my life, Johnnie was a close friend and coworker. My prayers go out to his family, and I wish them much peace and happiness, knowing that he is with his heavenly Father. You were truly a servant of the Lord, because you served your country, and an inspiration to others in civilian life. So again I salute you my veteran brother. You served well!

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    Cobb-Allen says

    To the Griffin and Harrison Family. We offer tou condolences from our hearts to yours. May the whisper of the memories bring you happiness especially on those days when you need a little pick me up, know that your beloved father, and grandfather is with you cheering you on and forever by your side. LOVE ALWAYS The Cobb-Allen Family 💜

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    Paula D. says

    My sincere condolences to Johnnie’s loved ones.
    Johnnie was a gentle giant, a true blessing. Being in his presence was always peaceful and entertaining. No matter the type of day I was having, once I had the pleasure of engaging with Johnnie, I would walk away with the biggest worry-free smile, that certainly was my experience.

    A great loss for sure.

    Sending my sincere thoughts and prayers to Johnnie’s family.

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    Marc G. Cohen says

    To The Griffin Family, extended Family and To All of Johnnie’s Friends,

    Johnnie was a blessing to us all. Let us all rejoice in a life well lived!

    RIP Captain!🙏

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