John E. Griggs

John Griggs of Albion, Mi (formerly of Eaton Rapids) passed peacefully on November 18th, 2021, after a five-year battle with cancer. He was 74 at the time of his passing. John was born on May 12th, 1947, in Brooklyn, Mi. He was the son of Richard and Dorothy (Hart) Griggs. John attended Eaton Rapids Public Schools and was drafted into the US Army in 1968 where he fought in the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he worked for General Motors for 30 years. After retiring from GM, he went on to serve on the maintenance crew at Duck Lake Country Club for 15 years. John loved his family, golf and especially all his friends at the “club”. He cherished time with his family, grandchildren, and wintering a few years in Florida.
John is survived by his wife Suzy (Trimble) Griggs of 51 years; children Jeff (Samantha) Griggs (Georgia), Mike (Kristie) Griggs (Florida); sister Sherry (Denny) Avery; sister in-laws Nancy Trimble and Nancy Griggs; grandchildren Megan, Kara, Jack, and Luke Griggs. He will be missed by his nieces Nicki, Meredith, Elizabeth, Leanne, Stacey, Melissa, and nephews Brian, Jason, David. His unfailing love of family and country along with his sense of humor will be missed by all.
A graveside service and memorial golf outing will be scheduled in the summer of 2022. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to Duck Lake Country Club (in honor of John Griggs). Checks can be sent to Duck Lake Country Club at 2827 Country Club Way, Albion, Mi 49224. To share memories or condolences please visit the Skinner Funeral Home website at SkinnerFuneralhomes.com.