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Shonna Griffith Obituary

Shonna K. Griffith 50 a lifelong Gary resident passed away Thursday April 26, 2016. She was a member of Galilee M.B. Church, a graduate of West Side School Class of 1984 and she attended Devry Institute of Technology. Preceded in death by her father Percy Samuels, sister Sharyl Terry and grandmother Mattie Allen. Shonna is survived by her loving husband Harold "Happy Jack" Griffith, mother Ethel Terry, brother Brian Terry, sister Kathy Kelly, nephew Devin (Tamar) Williams Sr. and great nephews Devin Williams Jr. and Dylan Williams; sisters-in-law Myrtle Griffith, Harriet Joyner, Francis (John) Beard; brothers-in-law Arthur Griffith, Harrison (Diane) Griffith, Edgar (Bernadine) Griffith; special friends Brenda Glass Wright, Susan Avina, James Stidman, Greg Woodall, Nett Lipscomb and Sharon Baker and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday May 5, 2016 from 9-11:00 a.m. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. all services at the Guy & Allen Chapel. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 4, 2016.

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JoAnn Gamble

April 28, 2019

Sweety it's been 3 years and you're still in our hearts and mind. Thank you for being you.

Dianne Atkins

May 13, 2016

My deepest condolence to Ethel, Kathy and Brian. You as a family will get through this with God's help. Love you and stay strong.

May 13, 2016

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life. Remembering your great love story today and always.

Cheryl Rogers

May 9, 2016

I was saddened by the news about Shonna K. I have known her for a long time. I am sending prayers to Ma, Kathy, Brian and Harold. The good times are a memory but will last as long as they are in your hearts. Rest peacefully.

Claudette Bozeman

May 8, 2016

Kathy and family,
My prayers are now and will always be with you.

Rose Mary Jackson

May 5, 2016

My Prayers and condolences to Mrs Ethel Terry, Brian Terry and Kathy Kelly and family. God bless you! Prophetess Rose Mary Jackson

Rose Mary Jackson

May 5, 2016

My Prayers and condolences to Mrs Ethel Terry, Brian Terry and Kathy Kelly and family. God bless you! Prophetess Rose Mary Jackson

May 5, 2016

Deepest sympathy to Shonna's family, especially Kathy Kelly & Mrs Terry. You're in my prayers. Your friend, Turczi

JoAnn Gamble

May 5, 2016

Shonna may this light continue to burn and show you that path to Christ. Thank you for your love, compassion and always giving to other. You brought a lot of love to so many, and we all loved you. So it's farewell for now but I pray to God we'll meet in the here after.

Robert & Catherine Campbell

May 5, 2016

Our deepest cindolences to Shonna's family and friends she was a very sweet and caring young lady she will be sorely missed . Shonna was always a pleasure to talk to , the last time I saw her I was walking down Broadway she blew her horn turned around offered to take me where I was going. She knew we liked her cooking so she would always invite us by her moms house for a cook out . Our prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow and always . She loved her Family . Cherished her husband and their camping trips.

Lisa Horton

May 5, 2016

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Shonna. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Lean on him and he will take you through. Prayers for her family, friends and loved ones.

May 5, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 4, 2016

Isauah 41:10 God wants to help us.

Deborah Smith

May 4, 2016

GOD Bless Harold n The Terry Family Mother Terry Kathy n Brian

May 4, 2016

Shonna was a very special person. I will miss her. My condolences to Her loving husband Harold, sincerely, Patrice

Ida & Patricia Jackson

May 4, 2016

Shonna had a beautiful spirit. We know you will miss her but you will be able to think about the beautiful memories you shared. You have our deepest sympathy.

Gerald, Tracie & Lindsey Simmons

May 4, 2016

Mrs. Terry, "Happy Jack" & Family,

God always give us a rainbow after thunderstorms, may the peace of God be with you during this time of grievance. Your beloved Shonna and I have been childhood friends for as long as I can remember; I have fond memories of vacation Bible School at St. John Lutheran Church.

Please accept our condolences to you during this difficult time. The Johnson & Simmons family want you to know that you're in our prayers

Betty (Hiemstra) Wilson

May 4, 2016

To Harold and the family of Shonna. I was looking in the obits for a friend of mines daughters and I saw Shonna and it really hit hard. We worked together for years and had lots of laughs. I even attended their wedding. I pray that the Lord will lift you up and keep you in his blessings.

Sharon Baker

May 4, 2016

You can now REST IN PEACE my sister. Gonna miss those 3 am phone calls.

Deborah A. Smith

May 4, 2016

Shonna K. was a very sweet person. I've been knowing her ever since she was a young Girl. She will surely be missed by My Fam n I. My sincere condolences go out to the Entire Family. Another Angel has gotten Her wings. GOD Bless You All Harold Mother Ethel Kathy n Brian

Deborah A. Smith

May 4, 2016

Shonna K. was a very sweet person. I've been knowing her ever since she was a young Girl. She will surely be missed by My Fam n I. My sincere condolences go out to the Entire Family. Another Angel has gotten Her wings. GOD Bless You All Harold Mother Ethel Kathy n Brian

Kim Henderson

May 4, 2016

May you go to God for your comfort during this time of sorrow. Shonna will be missed but not forgotten. God Bless you all.

Paula Steele

May 4, 2016

Harold you and Mrs Terry have my sincerest condolences. Shonna has always been a kind and big hearted person having love beyond measure. Being a friend since childhood she will be truly missed but never forgotten. Love Always

Sherry I.

May 4, 2016

My Deepest Prayers to Family.
Shonna had a kind and sweet spirit that I will always remember her by. RIH

Monique Hill (WOOD)

May 4, 2016

On behalf of Monique (hill) Wood and family sending my condolences to the family In Jesus name praying for peace in the family

Tonya Ketchup

May 4, 2016

Shonna was a blessing to all that knew her. Earth has lost a beautiful soul heaven has gained an Angel. Her humor will be missed. My prayers and condolences go out to the family. May God's hand rest upon each of you.

Evelyn Anderson

May 4, 2016

May God give the family peace during this time. Shonna you will be missed love you.

Ethel Merrell

May 4, 2016

May God bless you and your family..

May 4, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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