BILL WAS A DEAR FRIEND FROM MY WORKING DAYS AT CONSOLIDATED FREIGHTWAYS.
WE ALWAYS ENJOYED GETTING TOGETHER FOR A COLD ONE. 
HE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED.  HE HIRED ME AT CF, BACK IN 1975. 
I RETIRED TO FLORIDA IN 1996, WITH MY WIFE ANNE OF 36 YEARS. 
SHE PASSED IN 2016 OF PANCREATIC CANCER.
I SAW BILL ABOUT A YEAR AGO FOR MY ANNUAL OHIO VISIT, WITH JOHN PATTERSON
AND BUZZ NELSON.
ON MY LAST VISIT TO OHIO, BILL PASSED, AS HE WAS GOING TO VISIT FRANCE.
HE WAS REALLY A GOOD FRIEND AND WILL REALLY BE MISSED. 74 IS JUST TOO YOUNG.
SO SORRY MICKEY.  BEST WISHES, RAY ASHTON

Dear Mickey and Family

So sorry to hear about Bill my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Dolores Williams



Dear Mickey, Dawn and family, So sorry to learn about the loss of your husband and father. He was always such a gentleman and made everyone around him feel special.Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. love, Dot Kearney

Dear Mickey, and family,
Dave and I were shocked and saddened to hear the news about Bill,
Although no words can take away your pain, please take comfort in knowing that he was living the dream with you, your kids and grandkids!  I hope those memories will  help you through this difficult time.   

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Bill always made me feel welcome and had a kind word for everyone.He was just an all around “cool” guy, and I too will miss him. 

Aunt Rosie

Dear Mickey, Billy & Jenny, Dawn & Dan, Nicole & Eric and Grandchildren:

Our hearts are broken as are yours.  Bill was a wonderful person.  Not only a great husband and father but the best friend for which we could ask.  His keen sense of humor and kindness were second to none.  And we had such good times traveling together to places like NYC, Washington DC, the Greenbrier, French Lick Resort and Mexico; sometimes the four of us and other times the three of us.   Remembering all the dances and parties we went to and the music trivia at which we excelled brings smiles to our faces.  These fond memories will sustain us throughout our lives when we think of Bill.  

We are in denial.  We keep thinking he can't really be gone.  But then the sad truth rears its ugly head and returns us to reality.  Sometimes tears start flowing but go unnoticed.  This just seems to be normal since that fated Friday Bill left us.  

Remember that we are always here for you as you have always been for us.  

Love you all,

I remember the good times we shared at Rockport UMC, back in the 80's. Good memories of team teaching with Mickey in Sun Sch.; & in the MYF youth group with the 3 "kids" plus my 3 -- Jeff, Steve & Cathy.  Lots of fun. I'll always remember the surprise of my family of 5 unexpectedly running into your family of 5 on the beach at Clearwater,  Florida.  My love goes out to you all, plus I've already been praying for you, that our faith in the Risen Lord will sustain you and give you assurance.  Love in Christ,  Pastor Don

Mickey and family I  am so saddened to hear about Bill.  He will always be remembered by many of his classmates as a sweet kind person.  I wish there were words to ease this pain.  Regina

Mickey,
We are so shocked and saddened to hear about Bill's sudden passing.  I wish I could take away  you pain.  Just know that we are thinking about you  and praying for comfort for you and your family.

I am so profoundly saddened and  sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.  My deepest condolences to you and your family. 

Dear Mickey and Family
Jim & I are so shocked and sad about Bill's passing.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mom  Jewell sends her Love too.

Bill's radiant smile and warmth are among our fondest memories.  We are so happy to recently have spent time with him in San Francisco.  Sending love, comfort and strength to Mickey and her family.  Janet & Michael

Chris and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers to Mickey and family. I always thought the world of Bill. I enjoyed our trips to Tenn. and loved the fishing trips with Bill, Uncle Bill and my Dad. May God Bless them all! 

dearest Mickie and family:  was told today of Billy Jr's passing and can't believe it is true.  Life ends so unexpectedly for all of us just in different ways that we never seem to understand. I heard he passed while working on his boat which was something I remember him loving to do.  Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Wesley Jr.
&
Denise

We have so many fond family memories of Bill and Mickey growing up together.  Much love and comfort to Mickey and family. 

one of the greatest doo wop guys ever.will always remember the fun dances.my thoughts and prayers to mickey and family.frank

Our hearts & prayers are with Mickey & family!

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Mickey Ann (Black) Griggs

William F. (Jennifer) Griggs III

Dawn (Daniel) Kroneker

Nicole (Eric) Hahn

Mildred (Braskich) Griggs

William Griggs Sr.

Grandchildren:  Cole, Cory, Quinn, Scout, Brody and Anderson;  Brothers and Sisters:  Hazel (Norm - deceased) Dickson, Darlene (Bill) Bish, and the late Clarence W. and Bobby Joe

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William F. Griggs Jr.

February 17, 1945 – May 24, 2019

Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home

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