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Obituary For Mrs. Doris Grissom

Doris Yvonne Mullins Grissom was born April 19, 1932, in Greenville, Meriwether County, Georgia to the late Ike Mullins and Charlie Mae Ogletree Mullins. Doris was the eldest sister of her siblings – Ivan Douglas, Elois Theresa, Charles Franklin, and Eleanor June. Norris, her twin, preceded her in death. She made her transition at home on December 28, 2016.

Mrs. Grissom attended Greenville High School, and graduated from Bethune Cookman College, where she pledged Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She studied for a Master’s of Library Science at Atlanta University. She was married to the late Richard H. Grissom (Harold). To this union 2 daughters were born.

Mrs. Grissom was a devoted educator, serving as a Librarian and Classroom Teacher. She began her tenure in Warm Springs, Georgia, eventually retiring from Atlanta Public Schools after almost 60 years of service. She was known as a vigorous disciplinarian, she was also provided resources to students and their families. She assumed the responsibility of supervising early school arrivals and the breakfast program and won several Special Recognition Awards. Mrs. Grissom also retired from Rich’s/Macy’s Department store after more than 20 years. She was a noted baker and caterer, and was known for her homemade baked goods.

Mrs. Grissom joined Ariel Bowen United Methodist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. T. P. Grissom, Sr. She was instrumental in revitalizing the Sunday School Program by providing and preparing a full breakfast along with her church partner, the late Mr. Paul Patrick. She was a member of the Board of Trustees and enhanced Ariel Bowen’s the finances by coordinating and sponsoring The Family Scroll Program and several bake sales. She was an active member of United Methodist Women. She was a generous Spirit who was a loyal ally and a formidable challenger.

Mrs. Grissom was preceded in death by her brother Ivan D. Mullins,Sr., Nephews Anthony Van Mullins and Taft L. McCoy, III. She is survived by her daughters Caudie Renee Grissom and Gwendolyn Deneen Grissom; two beloved grandsons Matthew J. McMillan (Anique) and Christian D. Favors; two sisters Elois M. Moreland and Eleanor M. McCoy (Taft); one sister in law Betty Ann Sutton Mullins; one brother, Charles F. Mullins; Nephews Ivan D Mullins, Jr. (Kimalyn), Terrance P. McCoy (Tricia), Donnell Mullins, Damon E. Mullins; great nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

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We want to express our sympathy and let you know that our prayers are with the family. Continue to remember that God will take care of ALL of you Our sympathy with "LOVE".

- Lawyer & Emma Dudley

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved family member. May you be comforted by the words found at Psalm 147:3 which says: He (God) heals the brokenhearted; He binds up their wounds. Also the wonderful promise at Isaiah 25:8; He (God) will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe the tears from all faces. Because God “cares for you “(1Peter 5:7) he will help you to cope at this difficult time.

- R. Sweatman

I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

- April Vanderford Austin

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who “binds up the brokenhearted” and “comforts all who mourn” sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1, 2 NWT) With heartfelt sympathy, Patrice

- Patrice

My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May fond memories carry each of you through this difficult time. Love Always, Myra

- Myra Lloyd

I am very sorry for your loss. However, Almighty God has provided a guarantee of a resurrection to all people in His memory by resurrecting Jesus from the dead. (Psalm 83:18; Acts 17:31) We will be able to see our loved ones again on a restored earth. (Psalm 37:11, 29) May you trust in God to comfort you until that time. (Prov. 3:5, 6)

- P. Henderson

I am sorry for your loss. It is sad to lose a loved one to death. I have lost many family and friends to death and that continues to be very difficult for me,but what brings me comfort is knowing, I will see them again in the resurrection. (John 5:28,29. ) Revelation 21:4 says he is going to wipe the tears from our eyes. I am looking forward to that time. I hope these scriptures can be of comfort to you as well.

- Ramona E

I am sorry for your loss. It is sad to lose a loved one to death. I have lost many family and friends to death and that continues to be very difficult for me,but what brings me comfort is knowing, I will see them again in the resurrection. (John 5:28,29. ) Revelation 21:4 says he is going to wipe the tears from our eyes. I am looking forward to that time. I hope these scriptures can be of comfort to you as well.

- Ramona E

You have my deepest sympathy, but I know that God will sustain you. I will keep the family in my prayers so that you will be comforted during this very difficult time. God bless!

- C Vaughn

I would like to offer my condolences to the family of Mrs. Grissom and may God be a refuge and strength in your time of sorrow. (Psalms 46:1)

- P. Watts