Jackie Ray Griffin, age 76, of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on June 23, 1947, in Rockwood. Jackie was a member of Cardiff Baptist Church, and a huge supporter of the Rockwood Rams.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Cal & Sally Griffin; sisters: Beulah Bishop, Nell Griffin, Mildred Lawson, and Betty Dairs; and brothers: Clyde Griffin, Frank “Pete” Griffin, Josh Griffin, and Joe Griffin.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years: Barbara Griffin; daughter: Angela East (DeWayne); grandchildren: Heather Abston, Michael Jones (Kayla), and Nick East (Rachel); great-grandchildren: Hannah Abston, Railey Jones, Layton Cox, Braylen Abston, Audrey East, and Addie Jones; sister: Cora Lane; special nephew: Landon Watts; and several other nieces, nephews, and other extended family members and friends.

The family will receive friends on Friday, January 5, 2025, from 6 until 8 p.m. Eastern at Evans Mortuary in Rockwood. The funeral service will follow. Graveside and interment service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery in Rockwood.

Evans Mortuary is serving the family.