Marshall Olin Griffin, Jr.

January 21, 1934 - August 31, 2016

Marshall Olin Griffin, Jr., Passed away on Wednesday, August 31,2016 in the care of his loving family. He was born on January 21, 1934 in Indian Land, SC. He was the son of the late Marshall Olin Griffin, Sr. and Addie Rodgers Griffin. He was preceded in death by his sister Mary Eldora Miller and Brother-in-law’s Robert McGuirt and Ernest Miller. Surviving to cherish his memory are wife of 58 years Gayle Miller Griffin, sister Joyce Griffin McGuirt , Daughter and-Son-in-law Robyn Griffin Hatch and Daniel Hatch, Sons and Daughter-in-law’s Phillip Karl Griffin and Elizabeth C. Griffin, Will Rodgers Griffin and Misty Reed Griffin, Granddaughters Erin and Addie, Grandsons Reed, Thomas and Zane, Sister and Brother-in-law Jim and Mary Karl Swink, Nephews Don Miller, Steve Miller and Brendt Swink, Nieces Kim Yarborough, Lynn Holcombe, Terri Day and Charlotte Mullins. Olin was a 1955 graduate of Clemson University. After college, he served in the U.S. Navy. After completing his military obligation, he enjoyed a career in textiles. His textile career brought him to Hollingsworth & Vose in 1981. It was there where he fell in love with Floyd, VA and where he continued to live until his death. After his career at H&V, he enjoyed several years as a realtor working for United Country also in Floyd, Va. Upon retirement, most of his time was spent with family, friends, traveling, collecting art, working in his treasured gardens and pulling for his beloved Clemson Tigers. Friends may call on Friday September 2, 2016 from 5 to 7 pm at Gardner Funeral Home and a Memorial Service on Saturday September 3, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Floyd United Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Johnson, and Pastor RIchard Gregory officating. in lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to his favorite local charity Plenty 192 Elephant Curve Rd. NW Floyd VA 24091 As his Family, we will miss his big personality, casual evenings on the back porch with friends and great family vacations. GO TIGERS! Love You Big O!

We are so sorry for the loss of Olin who did so much for the Floyd community. We extend our deepest sympathy to Olin's family.

So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Phillip, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Phillip, I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Phillip and Family, So sorry for your loss. Jill and I will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

We are so very sorry for the loss in the Olin's Family. Please extend our deepest condolences, I have always thought a lot of him.

Gayle Griffin and family, Joe and I are so, so sorry to hear this. Olin was a wonderful man and everyone just loved him.

What a fine gentleman he was. When I went to the Griffins' house when it was open for the Jax tour of homes, Olin was in his back yard telling folks about the lovely gardens. So sorry about your loss, Gayle and family.

Praying for the family

Praying for this precious family

So sorry for the families loss. He had such a wonderful smile

I didn't know Olin well, but had the chance to spend time with him during the Jacksonville Center's House & Garden tour and found his spirit warm. He loved his garden so much...glad I got to share that smile with him.

Mr Griffin We are so sorry for your loss you and your family are in our prayers may GOD give strength during this difficult time Robin,Alice,Courtney,jennifer

Olin will be missed by everyone that knew him. Sending prayers and condolences to you.

Olin, you are greatly missed and in the four years that we have known you, we consider you a great friend. We know that you are living a good life with your Lord.

We are so very sorry for your loss. We send our love and deepest sympathy. God bless each of you.

Betty and I were very saddened to learn of Olin's passing. We always enjoyed his wonderful personality. Olin was a great community leader and Floyd County will surely miss him. Your family is very special to us. We will keep you in our daily thoughts and prayers. Dennis & Betty Semones

So very sorry the loss of this sweet man! Prayers

I am deeply saddened to hear about Olin's passing.As everyone one in his family knows Missey and I came to Floyd soon after Olin and his family. we were colleagues and friends until his retirement from Hollingsworth and Vose. I know how the Griffin family cherished the Floyd community as does my family. I send my thoughts and prayers to the entire Griffin family during this time of sorrow. Olin will be looking down on all of us for an eternity.

Dearest Gail and family, I just received the sad news of Olin's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss and all of the friends of Olin, including myself. He was a delight and I always enjoyed his hearty laugh and smile. He made everyone feel welcome and a part of the fun. Please know that I'm praying for all of you and am here if you need anything at all, please let me know. In loving friendship, Joni

We are so sorry to hear about Olin. It seems like we just saw him and as always he was smiling and seemed so happy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.