Samuel McGriff Sr.

Samuel McGriff Sr. obituary, Kansas City, MO

Samuel McGriff Sr.

Samuel McGriff Sr. Obituary

Visit the Terrace Park Funeral Home and Cemetery website to view the full obituary.

Samuel McGriff, Sr. 72, of Kansas City, Kansas passes away suddenly on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born November 18, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sam was a letter carrier for more than 20 years. He had a quick wit and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his children Samuel (Kristi) McGriff Jr., Michael (Valerie) McGriff, George (Jeanette) McGriff, Leticia (Adam Miranda) McGriff, Samuel Michael McGriff, and John McGriff. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, siblings George McGriff Jr. Venita McGriff Finch, Priscilla McGriff Winters and John DeSuza and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to his parents (Gene and Elizabeth DeSuza), Sam is preceded in death by his wife Rose.


There will be a private family service

A Celebration of Life for extended family and friends will be:
August 24, 2023 from 1:00-3:00 PM
American Legion Post #213
1044 S 26th St.
Kansas City, KS 66106

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To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Terrace Park Funeral Home and Cemetery

801 Northwest 108th Street (Shoal Creek Pkwy), Kansas City, MO 64155

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