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Janet Griffith Obituary
MANSFIELD: Janet Sue Griffith, age 72, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday afternoon, October 9, 2012 at MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. Born July 25, 1940 in Grayson, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Goldia (Whitt) Jackson. She married James Griffith on November 10, 1956 and they moved to Mansfield over 50 years ago. Janet's love of the Lord was evident in every way she lived her life and she lovingly instilled those values in her children as she took on the full time task of raising five wonderful children. She attended Christ Gospel Church for 15 years. A very neat and tidy person, she found life's greatest enjoyment in being with her family.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James Griffith, Sr.; children, Dianna (Greg) Thompson, James Griffith, Jr., Angela (Edward) Bailey; Sonja Buchanan (Wade Roberts) and Sarah (Luis) Gonzalez; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Marie Day; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Gregory Thompson and three brothers, William "Ermal", Mack and Gary Jackson.
Friends and family may visit from 5-8 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2012 at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 100 S. Lexington-Springmill Rd. The funeral service will be in the funeral home Saturday at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Abe Figueroa of Christ Gospel Church officiating. Burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park. Online guest registry at www.wappner.com
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Memories and Condolences
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October 15, 2012
Angela, I am so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed your mother and respected her a lot. Sincerely, Denise (Jarrell) Adkins.
October 13, 2012
Sarah, Deepest sympathy to you at this time for the loss of your Mother.. the Lunch table at TOD...Ginny,Shelli,Gary and Dan..
Rosario Day
October 13, 2012
Although we loved her deeply, we could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.
Lester&Donna&Boys Dixon
October 12, 2012
with sincere, and deepest sympathy to all of the family.GOD'S Love, and Peace be with you all at this time of your loss. sister Janet was a beautiful, sweet lady in the Lord,she will be greatly missed.
abbey keever
October 12, 2012
I went to school with Sarah at Crestview, and that dear family is so sweet. My prayers are with you all.
JOHN GONZALEZ
October 11, 2012
DEATH IS NOTHING BUT A CONTINUATION OF LIFE,THE COMPLETION OF LIFE.THE SURRENDERING OF THE HUMAN BODY. BUT THE HEART AND SOUL LIVE FOREVER. THEY DO NOT DIE.SHE IS IN PEACE WITH GOD.
Kasey Fischer
October 11, 2012
prayers being sent
Sarah Campbell
October 11, 2012
My family and I are truely sorry to hear of the loss of this wonderful lady. Our prayers go out to the whole family.
Shawna Ray
October 11, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for your family.
Mona Ujoodha
October 11, 2012
I am so sorry for the passing of this precious woman. May the awesome God, that she served, cover you all with comfort and give you peace at this time. Remember, she is celebrating on the streets of Glory and one day,,,,we will ALL be reunited. Thank God for your memories and what she poured into your lives.......
Bill & Judy McKinnon
October 11, 2012
Dear Sarah & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.
Praying you'll find comfort in knowing she has reached her real home, and is free and at peace in the presence of God.
Love & Prayers
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