Franklin P. Riffell, age 99 of Greenville, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on June 2, 2021 at 12:02 PM. Born in Englewood, Ohio on March 28, 1922 to the late Orville & Osa (Poling) Riffell. Franklin was a proud United States Army veteran, and had served with the 404th Army Squadron- Medical Core. He finished his duty as a Corporal. Franklin also served his community by spreading the word of God for over 40 years through the Missionary Church, and ministering at several churches. He enjoyed gardening, and nature; going hunting and fishing; and was raised on a farm. He was a wonderful man, who will truly be missed. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Betty Jean Riffell who passed away in 2012: son Ronald Riffell: brother Ralph Riffell: sister Marie Steele: grandsons Darren Riffell; Brandon Riffell; Christopher Riffell.
Survived by his children Sharon Eastman; David (Nancy) Riffell; Beth (Michael) Cole; Steve (Terri) Riffell; Dwight (Shelley) Riffell: daughter- in law Pamela Riffell: 15 grandchildren: 21 great- grandchildren: 4 great- great- grandchildren.
Friends may call on the family from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at the Greenville Missionary Church, Greenville, Ohio. Funeral service to be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at the church with Pastor Gary Oser presiding. Burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery, Englewood, Ohio. If desired memorial contributions may be made to EverHart Hospice. Online sympathies www.zecharbailey.com.
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