John "Red" Griffin

John “Red” Henry Griffin, 90, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024 in Siloam Springs, Arkansas.

John was born July 11, 1934 to William and Lena Griffin in Gravette, Arkansas. He married the love of his life, Pauline, on April 4, 1957, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He served honorably in the United States Army. He also worked for 45 years at Simmons, achieving the position of superintendent. 

John is survived by his beloved wife, Pauline, of the home; one sister, June Kuzogi; and many nieces and nephews.

John is preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Dale Griffin.

The funeral service will be held at Backstrom Pyeatte Funeral Home in Siloam Springs, AR, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Springtown Cemetery in Springtown, Arkansas.

Arrangements were entrusted to Backstrom-Pyeatte of Siloam Springs, Arkansas.