Merian Theresa Moulliet "Mickey" Griffin

1933 - 2020

Merian "Mickey" Theresa Moulliet Griffin has gained her wings to heaven at the age of 86 on February 21, 2020 in her home in Westwego. Mickey was born in New Orleans, La on August 19, 1933 to the late William J. Moulliet and Myrtle Pertuit Moulliet. She was the youngest of four daughters, the late Myrtle Chaisson, Elfreida Tingstrom, and Ethel "Pee Wee" Ditcharo. Mickey graduated from Westwego High School in 1951 at which time she met her late husband, Max Augusta Griffin. Their love story began when Mickey was only 15. They were married at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Westwego on October 25, 1951. During their early years they moved to Alaska where their first child was born. This move inspired their love for travel throughout their marriage and their month long trips through all 50 states. Together they ventured into business, opening National Rigging and Wire Rope Co, Inc. in Westwego, which became a prominent business in the city for many years. Their marriage produced three children, Greg Paul Griffin (Kim), Gailynn Marie Griffin Tassin (Randy), and Gil Patrick Griffin (Stephanie). Their legacy continues with eight grandchildren, Eric Paul Griffin (Mayra), Cole Michael Griffin, Sr. (Charlene), James Robert Moffatt, Jr, Jamilynn Theresa Moffatt Stevens (Dale), Crystal Mary Griffin, Blade Christopher Griffin, Nicole Alexis Griffin, and Randy Joseph Tassin, Jr. They were also blessed with eleven great-grandchildren, Haley Marie and Nathaniel Logan Stevens, Cole Jr., Celine, and Caryce Griffin, Eric and Matheos Griffin, Braylinn and Brayden Jarrell, Kyrie Dykes, and Aubrey Luwisch as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mickey instilled many life lessons into her grandchildren during their summers spent with her, including sewing, cooking and arts & crafts. Math lessons and "money management" skills came in the form of card games and gambling. She inspired in them creativity and independent thinking; always the teacher at heart. Mickey opened her home to many students and became a kindergarten teacher. She also belonged to many local organizations during her lifelong residency in Westwego. She was a member of the Westwego Tennis Club and the Golden Agers. She also competed in several Senior Olympics at which she received countless medals and awards. Mickey, always outgoing and adventurous, had many lifelong friends with which she kept in touch throughout her life. She will be deeply missed by all those she knew and loved. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude and appreciation to Mickey's caregiver over the last few remaining years, Ms. Betty Cardwell. Without you, Betty we would not have been able to do this. We love you, Betty! Please join us in a Celebration of the Life of Mickey Griffin on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church 146 4th Street, Westwego, La 70094. There will be a short mass immediately following at 11:00 a.m. A gathering will follow at the home of Max and Mickey Griffin. In lieu of flowers the family requests that a contribution to a cause of your choosing be made in the name of Merian "Mickey" Griffin.