Jakari Jevon Griffin departed this earth on Tuesday December 31, 2024. He was born July 25, 2023, to Tekara Chandler and Jarvis Jevon Griffin, Jr. He was preceded in death by his great grandmother, Ersae Griffin and great grandfather, Franklin Griffin of Clarksville TN; and grandfather, Mr. George Crump of Salisbury NC; great grandfather, Will Jack Chandler and great grandmother, Leola Pratt Chandler
Jakari was known for his bright smile, who fought a battle since he was born weighing 1 pound and 1.3 oz at birth, he was a fighter. His favorite activity was bouncing in his bouncer. He also enjoyed watching his favorite movie Shrek on his iPad.
Jakari leaves to cherish precious memories, his mother, Tekara Chandler; his father, Jarvis Griffin Jr.; his siblings, Serenity Little of High Point, NC, Jusavion Griffin of Kentucky, Zayquan Little of High Point, NC, Jamarri Griffin of Nashville TN, Jakobi Griffin; his grandmothers’ Rasheda Bivins-Thurman (Evelyn Thurman) of High Point, NC; great aunt, Tahitia Lee; great uncle, Christopher Gilchrist of Winston Salem NC; his grandfather, Jarvis Griffin, Sr. of Clarksville, TN; his grandmother, Sarah Crump of Salisbury NC; great grandmother, Mary C. Williams; great grandfather, James C. Williams of Salisbury, NC; great grandmother, Mary Brant of High Point, NC; great great-grandmother, Mary Gray of High Point, NC; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins.
Funeral service will be held Friday, January 10, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel The family will receive friends at the chapel from 3:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
Alex Bethea sent Beautiful Dreams for Jakari Jevon Griffin - January 10, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are you with. Thank you for allowing us to serve and be a part of his life.
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Breanna Slate sent Eternal Peace Basket for Jakari Jevon Griffin - January 10, 2025
Jakari touched a special place in all of our hearts. It was a pleasure and a joy to be able to care for him. He is deeply loved. Prayers to your family during this time. With Love- The PIMC Nurses
His Wings was ready
Jakari has forever touched the hearts and souls of those who cared for him. While I didn't have the opportunity to be his nurse, I was touched by the stories told by my fellow nurses and colleagues. May all of Jakari's family feel ease, grace and deep peace.
God Bless This child, He is with Almighty God. God be the glory
Idk your family, but my heart breaks for you all. Sending sincere condolences, love, prayers, & light as you navigate your grief journey. May God bless and keep you
Forever 1 I love and miss you my great nephew 💙💙
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.