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GRIFFIN, Gertha Collier, 86, Price Road, mother of Ronald T. Griffin died Sun., Feb.22, 2004. She was the widow of Henry Thomas Griffin, the daughter of the late George and Mamie Smith Collier and was a native of Fayette County. Mrs. Griffin confessed her hope in Jesus Christ at the age of ten. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, a member emeritus of the Bethel Senior Ushers and a member of the Bethel Senior Citizen's auxiliary. In addition, she was a former member of the Dorcas Chapter No. 29, order of the Eastern Star, and was president of the Mother Mamie Collier Benevolent Society. She is survived by her son, Ronald, daughter-in-law, Lora L.Griffin, three granddaughters- Yavon Griffin (Christopher Weathers), Dionne (Steven) Hall, both of Lexington, Kentucky, and Latoyia Griffin of Rochester, New York; two great-grandchildren Kennedy Alexis and Griffin Todd Weathers; niece Margo Collier Mayweather of Cincinnati, Ohio; two nephews- Raymond Collier and Anderson Collier, Jr, of Youngstown, Ohio, and other relatives and friends.?Visitation 5-7 pm Fri., services following at Bethel Baptist Church, 552 Ash St., Lexington. Rev. Larry A. Wilson, Pastor officiating. Guestbook at Legacy.com

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Feb. 25, 2004.

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Ann White-Pinkston

February 25, 2004

Dear Ron and Family,



My sincere condolences for you and your family. Joy comes to those who confess their belief and faith in our Lord Jesus. May God grant you peace during this time of sorrow. Your mother endured her race, and God fulfilled his promise to her. She is resting peacefully. Please remember the good times with your mom, and know that God will help you endure the sad times.



Ann White-Pinkston

Sister of Donnie G. White, Atlanta, Georgia

L. A. Wilson

February 25, 2004

Dear Deacon G. and family,



I am writing to express my deepest sympathy for you in your time of loss. You have my concerns and prayers. Always remember, that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. And there is a brighter day ahead. I love you all, and if there is anything I can do, feel free to let me know.



Sincerely,



Bro. Lan

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