Leon M Griffin
November 18, 1926 - August 8, 2013
Leon M. Griffin of Ironton, MO passed away Aug. 8, 2013 at his residence at the age of 86 years. He was born, Nov. 18, 1926 in North Venice, IL, a son of the late Frederick and Minnie Wheeler Griffin. On June 18, 1951 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Hoeft, who survives. To this union was born 6 children; Timothy Griffin and wife Virginia of Ironton, Shirley Crawford of Ironton, John Griffin and wife Susan of Festus, Renata Keesee of Farmington, and twin sons Tony Lee and Terry Joe who preceded him in death. Other survivors include 3 brothers, Jesse, Raymond and Dale Wayne Griffin; 3 sisters Lucy Kluter, Ruth Cliffton, and Joyce Eagles, 11 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Ted, Jack and Billy. Leon was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Middle brook. Funeral services will be held on Sat. Aug. 10 at 11 AM from the New Hope Baptist Church under the direction of Cole Family Funeral Home. Rev. Frank Nash will be officiating. Interment will be in the Fitzgerald Cemetery. Visitation will be Fri, from 5 to 8 pm at Cole Family Funeral Home. On line condolences may be made at www.colefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Leon M. Griffin of Ironton, MO passed away Aug. 8, 2013 at his residence at the age of 86 years. He was born, Nov. 18, 1926 in North Venice, IL, a son of the late Frederick and Minnie Wheeler Griffin. On June 18, 1951 he was united in marriage... View Obituary & Service Information