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Donald Griffin Obituary
Donald Eugene Griffin, 81, passed away on November 20th in Orlando, FL. He was the loving husband of Raelene Seiler Griffin. They shared 52 years of marriage together.
Born in Hominy, Oklahoma, he was the son of Ruby Lay Griffin and George Griffin. He attended Hominy Highschool and Oklahoma State University. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the Airforce as an F-4 fighter pilot. His commercial aviation career span through National, Pam Am, and Delta airlines.
Don will be remembered for his love of golf, having home cooked meals, and spending time with friends and family. He will be remembered for his humbleness and easy-going personality. He always thought of others before himself and would give anything to make sure his family was happy.
He is survived by his children, Kelly Griffin Koller and Jeffery Griffin and his spouse, Callie Griffin; grandchildren, Seiler Griffin, Koen Koller, Casey Griffin and Kamron Koller, and his siblings, Georgia Griffin Hester and Joe Griffin.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Tunnel to Towers, or take a moment to hug your child, grandchild, and friend. Time waits for no one.
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D Keller
May 27, 2024
Warren Stewart
December 12, 2023
I loved this guy like the Brother he was. Miss him every day
All honor to his name.
John C. Gray
December 7, 2022
Donnie was a life long friend! The world is a sadder place without him!
Warren Stewart
December 6, 2022
I have known about Don's passing since 11-20 but really did not know how to express my feelings about this wonderful man. I first met Don in the very early '60's at the Sigma Chi fraternity at OSU in Stillwater, OK. I instantly respected this man and he became one of my best friends in life. Even though we never lived close we visited each other many times and spoke often, especially on each other's birthday and of course, on Veterans Day as we both served in Vietnam. i can truly say that i loved Don Griffin. I pray he is united with our other best friend Bob Dixon in heaven. I cherished our friendship and our times together and i also pray for guidance and health for Raelene and Kelly and Jeff + families. I believe we will be united together soon. ALL HONOR TO HIS NAME.
Warren
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Norman W. Reagan
December 5, 2022
May God bless Raelene and the Griffin family in this time of sorrow.
Don was a officer and gentleman, he was a kind and humble man who put everyone ahead of him self. He was a good friend to all who knew him. God bless Don on his final flight west !!
Norm Reagan
National, Pan Am, Delta
Marshall Burnette
November 30, 2022
Farewell to a longtime colleague and friend. Don was a great guy and will certainly be missed by all who knew him. Don, Bill Mauldin and myself were the second crew to leave Pan Am to train and be hired together at Delta Air Lines in 1991. In addition to the many cockpits we shared we also had many great times at New York´s infamous "Animal House" commuter pad. A nicer man you could never meet. My condolences to his family at this tough time.
Marshall Burnette
National, Pan Am, Delta
Trez Vining
November 29, 2022
How can anyone find the words to say what is so very difficult to say? To have to bid goodbye and God´s Speed to one of the most liked and trusted people on Earth isn´t easy.
Those of us who knew Don always saw him as a happy and wonderful friend who always seemed to think more of us than himself.
He had a great time serving his Country as a fighter pilot, then went on to fly the airline´s big ones. And everyone who came in contact with him just loved being around such an amiable and capable professional.
He even made sure he and his buddies got together for brunches and to keep up with how everyone was doing.
Don will be sorely missed. My wife Susan, and I will be thinking of him often since he was such a star in our universe.
Trez and Susan Vining
Trez Vining
November 29, 2022
Roy Formby
November 28, 2022
Donny was my my best man at my wedding in 1959 and was a class mate at Hominy High School. Many prayers and love to the family during this time.
John Schneider
November 27, 2022
Don was the greatest.He was always fun to be with.He will be
sadly missed.
Doug Ezell
November 26, 2022
So sorry to hear about Don´s passing. We have fond memories of our years together in Tuskawilla and the time working him at NAL, PAA, and DAL. Doug and Camie Ezell.
Bud Frayser
November 26, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jeannette Sieland
November 25, 2022
The Korean War Veterans Association, Department of Florida and Chapter 173 Casselberry send our condolences on the passing of our Brother In Arms Donald Eugene Griffin (US Air Force Vietnam F-4 Fighter Pilot).
He served his country well and honorably.
May he Rest In Peace.
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