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Johnny Mack Griffin

October 30, 1944 - November 17, 2022
Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest
6710 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
864-294-6415 |
Monday 11/21, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel
6710 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
(864) 294-6415 |
Tuesday 11/22, 10:00 am
Cemetery
Greenville Memorial Gardens
7784 Augusta Road
Piedmont, South Carolina 29673
Tuesday 11/22

Johnny Mack Griffin, 78, beloved husband of 47 years to Barbara Griffin, of Easley, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2022, after a brief illness.

Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Harold “Rusty” McSwain Griffin and Ora Hughes Griffin. He was the youngest of three children.

Mack grew up in the Dunean Community in Greenville. After graduation from Parker High School in 1963, he proudly served our country in the United States Air Force. Mack retired from Mitsubishi Polyester Film in Greer, SC as a Maintenance Supervisor after a 24 year long career.

He was a man that loved a wide variety of things, from going on Caribbean cruises to camping trips to the beach. And if you knew him well, you knew he enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, such as driving to Hendersonville, NC, to enjoy a good Hot Dog from Hot Dog World. If you ask his grandchildren, they would tell you that Papa’s favorite saying was “Just put Mayo on it!”

Mack was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church, Easley, SC. He was a man of strong work ethics, unshakable faith, and family values. He loved his Lord, his church and his family and he will be missed every day, but his memory will live on through his loved ones.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by daughters, Rita Daniel Thomas (Chuck) of Robbinsville, NC and Paula Ann Fenton (Chris) of Greer, SC; son, Thomas Anthony Daniel of Travelers Rest, SC; eight loving grandchildren, Ryan, Matthew, Alexandria, Logan, Zach (Kara), Cody, Brandon, and Josh; five precious great grandchildren; Serenity, Luna, Christine, Levi and Madelyn.

In addition to his parents, Mack was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Griffin Anderson; and a brother, Harold Thomas Griffin.

A visitation will be held Monday, November 21, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 22,2022, at 10:00 a.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest. Burial will be held in Greenville Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church, 201 Rock Springs Road, Easley, SC 29642 or to the charity of one’s choice.

Friends are encouraged to leave condolence messages for the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” below.

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Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest
6710 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
864-294-6415 | Map
Monday 11/21, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel
6710 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
(864) 294-6415 | Map
Tuesday 11/22, 10:00 am
Cemetery
Greenville Memorial Gardens
7784 Augusta Road
Piedmont, South Carolina 29673
Map
Tuesday 11/22

Johnny Mack Griffin, 78, beloved husband of 47 years to Barbara Griffin, of Easley, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2022, after a brief illness. Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Harold “Rusty” McSwain Griffin and Ora Hughes Griffin. He was the youngest of threeContinue Reading

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Jackie Roberson left a message on November 26, 2022:
You were my rock growing up, I never knew a dad until you came into my life and I will forever be grateful for every thing you ever imparted to me. You will be so missed by all of us. Big hugs in heaven old man, I hope you are on a cruise somewhere!!
Linda Pace norris left a message on November 23, 2022:
Barbara I am so sorry! Prayers for you and your family for peace
Tonya Moore left a message on November 21, 2022:
Sending prayers to the family.... Mr Griffin was dear to my heart I had a lot of respect for him... Love him dearly .. he was a great father and loving grandfather always wanted to help with a Smile on his face... Happy go Lucky Guy.. I know he's in heaven looking down...I'm Very sorry for the families loss...from my heart to yours...Sending Love❤️
Franklin Thomas left a message on November 21, 2022:
Dear Barbara and Family On behalf of the Thomas Brothers Country Ham Family we want to send our deepest condolences and say what wonderful neighbors and friends you have been to us over the years. Mack was a true friend and a great neighborhood watchman. I pray God will continue to comfort you and give you peace. RIP Mack. Franklin, Ricky and Samuel Thomas Thomas Brothers Country Ham
John & Linda Galloway left a message on November 19, 2022:
Barbara we are so sorry for your loss Mack was a good person and he will be missed. Praying for you and your family.
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Angela Bearden Falcon left a message on November 19, 2022:
Barbara, I'm so sorry for your loss, I work with Mack at Mitsubishi and you and him came to hear me sing. He was always kind to me, and encouraged me to follow my dreams. My husband Richard Falcon also worked with Mack and thought the world of him. He was a great man. We"ll keep the family in our prayers.
Hack Hensley left a message on November 18, 2022:
So sorry to hear about Mack's passing. I worked with Mack for many years. We used to ride to work together. Been fishing with him and to the beach camping. I had a lot of good times with him. See you in heaven Mack ?.
Don & Wanda left a message on November 18, 2022:
RIP Max. We have many happy memories with you and Barbara.
Bonnie Cole left a message on November 18, 2022:
What a privilege to have had you in my life. My precious uncle. Your beautiful smile and kindness. My life will be empty without you. I have awesome memories of you and will cherish them forever. I appreciate the wonderful hugs you gave each time we visited. The love in my heart will always be. Someday I will be called home. I cannot wait to see you again in heaven.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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