Deborah Lynn Griffin, 59, of Morganton, NC, died Saturday, August 3, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on November 2, 1964, she was the daughter of Margaret Newton Smith and the late Gerald Carlot Smith. Deborah was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and attended Mulls Grove Baptist Church. She loved her grandchildren, flowers, yardwork, her mules, and her animals.
Deborah is survived by her daughters, Caroline Wyatte (Ethan) and Brittany Vinesett; granddaughters, River, Willow, and Wren Wyatte; brother, Timothy Gerald Smith (Rhonda); and niece, Morgan Smith.
In addition to her father, Deborah was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Russel Griffin.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. The memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. in the church with Dr. Jack Hodges, Rev. Dean McCurry, Rev. Ronnie LaFevers, and Mr. Ethan Wyatte officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Deb was a precious friend and a sweet soul! She was loved by many and will sorely be missed! I look forward to the day we meet again!❤️🙏 continued prayers for her family and her dear friends!
My life is better because i crossed paths with Deborah!! Going to miss you my friend!!
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I remember the first time i saw Deborah. It was at Jeff's camp and she was very nice to me . Got to meet her family soon great people. See you again in Heaven one day. Peace be with you 🎻✝️
She was amazing women n smile was contagious!!! 🩷
Caroline & Brittany my deepest sympathy and condolences . A lot of us know the pain and sorrow of loosing a parent , we can take comfort in knowing they aren't far , when we have a question or feel a little lost they are right there in our mind and heart, we know what they would say or what advice they would give. They took the time and effort to teach us good from bad right from wrong how to treat our fellow man. You come from good stock, teach your children the same. Love you guy's Wayne & Leona
May Light perpetual shine upon Debbie and may she Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory. I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Debbie was a wonderful girl.
My heart aches for you! Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
We were the lucky ones who got to meet,know,and love Deborah as we were neighbors first on the mountain she loved then became chosen family. Her passion for her family,her faith,her friends,and animals were a beautiful thing to experience. After we lost Jeff we always said it was us 3 girls against the world on the mountain. The beauty you must be seeing with our savior, the joyous reunion with Jeff and your Daddy. Until we see you again, love you big♡ -The Bradley Girls Alla and Meghann
Dear Caroline, Ethan and Family, Our hearts go out to you all during this most difficult time. We will certainly miss your sweet momma - we had the best time at the ballfield. May your precious memories and love bring you some measure of peace. Trust in God’s abiding grace and guidance during the times to come. Deepest Condolences,