Obituary
On Monday, December 11, 2018, Stephen Dale Griffin entered heaven after a valiant 7-year cancer battle.
Steve was born in Miami, the third of six children. He graduated from Texas Christian University majoring in English, followed by two years in the Missionary Journeyman Program, serving in Zambia. In 1977 he married his love Edna Marie (Meklin), beginning their life together in Pennsylvania so that he could attend seminary. Steve worked hard and graduated five years later with a Masters in Divinity and two children. He was the class president and the senior sermon award recipient. He was a lifelong student of the Word and was particularly drawn to studying Biblical Hebrew and Greek. Steve was a passionate servant of the God he loved. The family grew as their path lead to serving in Boston for five years and then on to New Hampshire. He retired to the Villages for his health and has ministered God’s love and grace to many. Steve was a dedicated facilitator of The Villages prostate cancer support group and was a part of the Live Oaks Church family.
Steve leaves behind his treasured sojourner in life of 41 years, and his children Joshua, Suzanne (daughter in law), Simka, Ryan, and Shira. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren Benjamin, Nathaniel, and Josiah.
There will be a celebration of life for Steve on Monday, January 14, 2019 at Live Oaks Community Church in Oxford at 2:00 PM.
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We were so saddened to hear of Steve’s passing, but I know he is jumping for joy with Jesus. The two of you were such a blessing and enriched our lives when we lived in Massachusetts. Our love and prayers are with you, Linda and John Scweigert
Steve was a valiant servant of God in life and in death. Love from my family to yours, we understand your pain and Steve's triumph.
You and Steve have made an impact in my life by your love and passion for God and making disciples. Praise God for Steve's life and witness.
I am pleased to know Steve is a fellow Horned Frog! Rah, Rah TCU!
We look forward to the Celebration of Life at LOCC.
We are honored to be your brother and sister in Christ and part of God's forever family.