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Pauline Griffin Obituary

She was a member of Rocky Mount Baptist Church of McKenney, Va., Where she was a member of the deaconess ministry and a former member of the senoir choir.

She leaves to cherish her memories, two daughters, Gustina Allen (Darryl), and Vonnie Kelley (Decarlos) all of Petersburg, Va.; three sons, William I. Griffin (Linda), Russell Griffin (Felicia), And Eric Griffin all of Petersburg, Va.; three sisters, Marie Robinson (Ardy), and Shirley Miles, of Dinwiddie, Va.; and Earnstine Mallory (Larry) of Prince George, Va.; one brother, Clarence Miles (Thelma) of Dinwiddie, Va.; Nine sisters-in-law, Lady Roberts (Freddie) of McKenney, Va., Lottie Miles of Dinwiddie, Va., Alice Johnson, Tara Graves, Mary Wilson and Martha Walker all of Petersburg, Va., Katherine Graves and Pearl Shell of Maryland, and Ruth Phidds of New York and Marta Grandison of Petersburg, Va.; Seven brothers-in-law, Patrick Griffin (Meredith) of Stony Creek, Alfreddie Graves, Thomas Graves and Nathan Bradford all of Petersburg, Va.. Ned graves of Colonial Heights, Va., William Massenburg (Sylvia) of Richmond, Va., and Arthur Graves (Dorothy) of South Carolina; Nineteen grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends, and devoted friend Mary Robertson.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, at Rocky Mount Baptist Church, McKenney, Va., with the Rev. Jordan, officiating. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, at the Petersburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Joseph M. Johnson Funeral Home in Petersburg, Va., 804-863-44111.

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Published by The Progress-Index on Sep. 7, 2010.

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Angela King

October 7, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Angela (Angie) Graves

October 7, 2010

To my cousings, know that we loved her but God loved her best. Know that I'm here for you always. Love to all.

September 9, 2010

To Russell (Stan) & Family, We were very sorry to hear about your Mom, We will pray for you and your Family and please remember our Lord God in heaven is most powerful and will bless you and your loving family.
Rosemary, Jim & Jim Jr Piccolo

Shermaine Hall

September 8, 2010

To the family of Mrs. Pauline Griffin and to my cousins Jowanna , Latisha, Russell Sr. and Corey sorry for the lost of your mother and grandmother my prayer are with you at this time. Mrs. Pauline will be missed she was a very sweet lady.

Betty Briggs

September 8, 2010

To the Griffen family and to my kids Jowanna , Latisha, Russell, and Corey sorry for the lost of your mother and my kids grandmother my prayer are with you at this time.

The Evans Family

September 8, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Debbie Draper-Pennie

September 8, 2010

To Tina and Tony
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family during your time of sorrow. Remember the good times that you all shared and that she will always be watching over you all.
"Class of 1985"

Carol Perry-Square

September 7, 2010

To the Griffen family, I am so sorry for your loss, She will be missed.

Rosa DeWitt

September 7, 2010

To Mr. Clarence Miles and Family,

Look to the Lord in your sorrow.

With Deep Sympathy,
Little Bethel Church Sunday School

Rosa DeWitt, Superintendent

THOMASINE M. TAYLOR

September 7, 2010

TONY,STANLEY ERIC,TINA,VONNIE
HAVE FAITH IN THE LORD, THINK OF ALL THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAD WITH HER, JOY WIIL COME IN THE MORNING.

FROM: THOMASINE MCFARLAND TAYLOR AND FAMILY / PETERSBURG VA. 23805

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