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Brian Griffin Obituary

Brian Joseph Griffin, age 55 was born on April 7, 1966 departed this earthly home on Monday, May 17, 2021. Brain attended William J. Guste, Francis T. Nicholls and Delgado Jr. College and was the fastest, brightest and top scoring basketball star. He was a member of Beacon Light International Ministry and served with DSB ministries, the food bank and occasionally with the parking lot ministries and also a city community organization/advocate. He was the son of the late Mildred Spencer Griffin and Leroy Griffin. Brother of Kevanlynnette, Nichole, Wayne, Reginald Griffin and Gay Lyons. Also survived by 8 nieces, 12 nephews, 10 great nieces, 18 great nephews and a host of cousins, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by 5 siblings, Desarea, Barriyl, Torrence, Gregory, and Leroy Derrick Griffin. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Beacon Light International Ministry, 1937 Mirabeau Avenue, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Private Burial. You may sign the guestbook on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. in charge, (504) 522-2525.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 3 to Jun. 5, 2021.

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Annette Corneiago

September 14, 2021

Rest In Peace Bobcat brother

CHERYL CARTER

June 29, 2021

My heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences to the Griffin family in the loss of your loved one .

Tommy Smith

June 6, 2021

Your teammates will never forget you. As one of your coaches, you will be always remembered for your uniqueness. Be at Peace, your work here is done! Peace and Love to the family!

Coach Tommy Smith

Michele A Brown

June 6, 2021

Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Griffin family. Brian was such an inspiration and joy to be around.; he will be remembered as a compassionate soul that uplifted and inspired others.

Polo

June 6, 2021

Grip, as I'm arriving back into the U.S. and receiving this message, you'll be missed by all of us (especially the Student Athletes).
R. I. P.
Hawk

Joseph Hargrove

June 5, 2021

Neighbor you will be missed, your smile and your love for god made days better

Kerri A Stewart-Daniel

June 4, 2021

My Condolences to the family

James Scott

June 4, 2021

You have gotten your wings now my brother......

Linda Nathan

June 4, 2021

Brian was a true champion and overall good person. My brother and I pernell Robertson will miss you dearly. We had great laughs, and your smile brighten the room. Peace in Heaven until we see you again.

Kathy Boutte

June 4, 2021

Rest in paradise, Brian

Jerome Henry

June 3, 2021

Wow! This is heartbreaking to see a classmate and teammate gone too soon. Much prayer for “Griff’s” family.

Maurice Robichaux

June 3, 2021

I’ll be missing you Grip, always be one of my best friends. May you Rest In Peace til we meet up again in Heaven.

June 3, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Former classmate of Brian

Terry Pete

June 3, 2021

May god continue to bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. FTN C/O 84

Watkins Family Watkins

June 3, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Beacon Light International Ministry

1937 Mirabeau Avenue, LA

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10:00 a.m.

Beacon Light International Ministry

1937 Mirabeau Avenue, LA

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