William T. “Billy” Griggs Jr., 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Virginia Beach on February 27, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy, of 70 years. Left to cherish his memory are his 6 children, Wendy (Ron) Rogers of Forest, VA; Susie (James) Kovacs of Virginia Beach; William (Terri) Griggs of…
Continue ReadingWilliam T. “Billy” Griggs Jr., 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Virginia Beach on February 27, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy, of 70 years. Left to cherish his memory are his 6 children, Wendy (Ron) Rogers of Forest, VA; Susie (James) Kovacs of Virginia Beach; William (Terri) Griggs of San Jose, CA; Charles (Cheryl) Griggs of Virginia Beach; Sandra Lock of Virginia Beach; Kim Fox (Jimmy Welch) of Virginia Beach; 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He was born in Harbinger, NC to the late William T. Griggs and Beulah Doyle Griggs and has always called Harbinger his home. After graduating from W.T. Griggs High School, where he was voted “cutest boy in his class”, he enlisted in the Navy and retired after 20 years of service. Billy was an avid golfer who never liked to brag about his 2 hole-in-one shots and enjoyed working at the Oceana Naval Base golf course for 26 years. He was proud to be a Mason and was a member of the Norview Masonic Lodge.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 1:00PM at Poplar Branch Baptist Church, 709 Poplar Branch Rd., Grandy, NC, 27939 with Pastor Tom Hall officiating. To express online condolences, please visit vacremationsociety.com.
David Teller
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Wendy and Susie so sorry for your loss Prayers your way.
Austin & Alice Savage
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Susie, our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family for the loss of your Dad.
Hazel & Buddy Harrison
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Judy and Family our Prayers and condolences are with each of you. We love each of you and share your loss and memories.
Love Hazel and Buddy Harrison
Hazel & Buddy Harrison
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Judy and Family, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our condolences and Prayers are with each of you! We love each of you.
Bernadette Whalen
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bernadette Whalen
left a message on March 1, 2020:
My Love and sympathy go out to you and your family in your great sorrow.RIP.
Rita & Andy Dulina
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Kim & family, Our thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you during this sad time. May the memories you shared over the years fill your hearts with love and make you smile. May God bless all of you and give you peace.
Eric Coble
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Sandra and family, May the memories you have of your father sustain you during this difficult time. May you always remember the lessons he taught you, the days he comforted and protected you as you grew up, and the joy he brought to everyone, You are his legacy. My most sincere and loving thoughts and prayers are with you. Eric
Michele Alfano
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Kim and family. I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I am keeping all of you in my prayers
Margie Griggs Crabtree
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Judy and Family: I am saddened to hear of Billy's passing. He was 10 years older than me, so I did not know him that well...I loved his Mom, Beulah and spent quite a bit of time with her. You will all be in my prayers and certainly in my thoughts...I now live in the middle of our state and will be unable to attend the service. Hugs to each of you... (I am Ruth & Walton's daughter}
Kent and Emily Wise
left a message on February 29, 2020:
So sorry for your loss. Wendy and family are in our prayers.
Debbie Keller
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Our deepest sympathy goes out to everyone in the family. Mr. Billy was a sweet, kind always happy man that was a joy to be around. We know now that he is resting peacefully with no more pain. He will always be known as #21 to our family and we all had a lot of great Monday nights with him. Mrs. Judy you are in our prayers and if you need anything we are here for you. God bless all of you. Dick & Debbie
Carol Lee
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Friends at Wendy and Ron’s church send prayers to the family.
Teresa Mitchell
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Your daddy had a very fulfilled life full of love and family. May he rest in eternal peace until you all meet again. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you all and Miss Judy on her greatest loss.
Sandra Carwile
left a message on February 28, 2020:
Praying for God's love, comfort and peace to surround each of you during this difficult time of loss. My love to you, Wendy.
Tony & Kerri Johnson
left a message on February 28, 2020:
I’m so sorry to hear about uncle Billy but rest assured he’s keeping some of the Finest company ie: Jimmy Dowdy. As we lose our loved ones here on earth know that they are in no more pain, And that they have internal life waiting for us to join them. Remember the great times that you had with him and know that his Soul will always be watching over us.
Robin Davenport
left a message on February 28, 2020:
Sending prayers to the family. Cherish all the memories as each day passes.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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David Teller
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Wendy and Susie so sorry for your loss Prayers your way.
Austin & Alice Savage
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Susie, our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family for the loss of your Dad.
Hazel & Buddy Harrison
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Judy and Family our Prayers and condolences are with each of you. We love each of you and share your loss and memories.
Love Hazel and Buddy Harrison
Hazel & Buddy Harrison
left a message on March 3, 2020:
Judy and Family, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our condolences and Prayers are with each of you! We love each of you.
Bernadette Whalen
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bernadette Whalen
left a message on March 1, 2020:
My Love and sympathy go out to you and your family in your great sorrow.RIP.
Rita & Andy Dulina
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Kim & family, Our thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you during this sad time. May the memories you shared over the years fill your hearts with love and make you smile. May God bless all of you and give you peace.
Eric Coble
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Sandra and family, May the memories you have of your father sustain you during this difficult time. May you always remember the lessons he taught you, the days he comforted and protected you as you grew up, and the joy he brought to everyone, You are his legacy. My most sincere and loving thoughts and prayers are with you. Eric
Michele Alfano
left a message on March 1, 2020:
Kim and family. I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I am keeping all of you in my prayers
Margie Griggs Crabtree
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Judy and Family: I am saddened to hear of Billy's passing. He was 10 years older than me, so I did not know him that well...I loved his Mom, Beulah and spent quite a bit of time with her. You will all be in my prayers and certainly in my thoughts...I now live in the middle of our state and will be unable to attend the service. Hugs to each of you... (I am Ruth & Walton's daughter}
Kent and Emily Wise
left a message on February 29, 2020:
So sorry for your loss. Wendy and family are in our prayers.
Debbie Keller
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Our deepest sympathy goes out to everyone in the family. Mr. Billy was a sweet, kind always happy man that was a joy to be around. We know now that he is resting peacefully with no more pain. He will always be known as #21 to our family and we all had a lot of great Monday nights with him. Mrs. Judy you are in our prayers and if you need anything we are here for you. God bless all of you. Dick & Debbie
Carol Lee
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Friends at Wendy and Ron’s church send prayers to the family.
Teresa Mitchell
left a message on February 29, 2020:
Your daddy had a very fulfilled life full of love and family. May he rest in eternal peace until you all meet again. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you all and Miss Judy on her greatest loss.
Sandra Carwile
left a message on February 28, 2020:
Praying for God's love, comfort and peace to surround each of you during this difficult time of loss. My love to you, Wendy.
Tony & Kerri Johnson
left a message on February 28, 2020:
I’m so sorry to hear about uncle Billy but rest assured he’s keeping some of the Finest company ie: Jimmy Dowdy. As we lose our loved ones here on earth know that they are in no more pain, And that they have internal life waiting for us to join them. Remember the great times that you had with him and know that his Soul will always be watching over us.
Robin Davenport
left a message on February 28, 2020:
Sending prayers to the family. Cherish all the memories as each day passes.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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