Willard Mason Griggs Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Willard Mason Griggs in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, born in Tupelo, Mississippi, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 31, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Willard Mason Griggs to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ludie Griggs and Lorine Nipper Griggs; his wife Marilyn Thompson Griggs; his daughter Debera Erlinger; his siblings, Joda, Marcus Griggs and Dymple Griggs (Susie); and his grandsons, Austin Michael Million and Charles Mitchell Erlinger II.
He is survived by: his children, Barbara Blue (Jimmie) of Chaffee, MO, Terri Wiseley (Russ DeVore) of Poplar Bluff, MO and Willard Griggs, Jr.; and his brother Jim Griggs (Nelda) of Silva, MO. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 10th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel - Chaffee (203 W Yoakum Ave, Chaffee, MO 63740). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 10th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Union Park Cemetery.
