Perry J. Brown Funeral Home | Greensboro, NC

Obituary For Bobby Griffin

Bobby Gene Griffin, Age 80, was called home, to his eternal rest on September 16, 2021, 12:46 AM at Wake Forest Medical Center. Winston-Salem, NC.

Born on August 31, 1942 to J P and Bessie Griffin, he was raised with 14 siblings in Greensboro, NC. He graduated from Dudley High School, class of 59 and North Carolina A&T with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Class of 64. Activist for civil rights and an active North Carolina A&T Alumni member. Pops would hangout, at the Yum Yum, for a savory hotdog sandwich and a cool lemon custard. The ultimate taste of being home. Married his sweetheart Linner Marie Ward on July 24, 1962 together two children were born from their union, Jannifer Lynne Griffin Ituah and Jeffrey Franklin Griffin. They extended their love and dedication to family to raise and support Donald Burks and Daniel, nephews as their sons. Education, respect, strength, faith, perseverance and hard work was never an option, but a must to face the challenges, struggles, and successes that face our legacy forward.

Employed as an engineer by the city of Greensboro, International Paper, Digital and East Carolina University. A Faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church, Greenville, NC. Bobby enjoyed traveling to exotic places around the world. He will be remembered as a dedicated, son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, in law and friend to all. He is survived by his daughter, Jannifer Griffin Ituah, Martins Ituah- son in law, Martins Ituah Jr., Linner Ituah and Roberts Ituah, his Grandchildren of El Paso, TX. Survived by his son Jeffrey Franklin Griffin, Heather Griffin-daughter in law, Caitlyn Griffin and Tori Griffin, his Grandchildren of Indianapolis, IN. Also survived by Donald and Wanda Burks -nephew and niece, of Hollis, ME and Donald Buks Jr.-son. Bobby Gene Griffin will be laid to rest beside his beautiful bride of 53 years. Rest in peace sweet daddy. Rest in peace Pops. Rest in peace Uncle. Rest in peace Cuz. We love you.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 2 pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel of the Perry J. Brown Funeral Home, 909 E. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401, Telephone: 336-272-6109 at 2 p.m. in Greensboro. Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m.

Burial will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery

Services Entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109.

Guest Book

Mr. Bobby and I shared a balcony that joined our offices when I first became employed at ECU. He and I would chat while he enjoyed his cigar out on the balcony. He was always helpful when it came to any questions I had regarding purchasing contracts. His wife Dr. Griffin served as my supervisor years later. Both are missed, but it is comforting to know that they are together again. God Bless and comfort the family.

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I enjoyed working with Bobby at ECU and he was a good mentor, friend, and colleague. I am very sorry to hear about his loss. Prayers to his family and God Bless. Bryan Tuten

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Bobby RIP God speed ole friend.

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I worked with Bob Griffin for many years at ECU, and served as his supervisor for a portion of those years. He and I had many conversations about business, but also shared many thoughts about our lives growing up. He was willing to help others, and he supported equality. I am sure he will be missed by his family and friends. Nellie Taylor

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Mr Griffin was a very strong person. I was his secretary at ECU. He taught me to be firm. I will truly miss him.

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Uncle Bobby you surely will be missed. "Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts." May you rest in peace. Family I'm sending my condolences and praying for you all. Love Greta Griffin Walker

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Uncle Bobby I will always remember you. "Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts." To our family I send my condolences prayers and love. May you rest in peace with our God Love Greta Griffin Walker

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