Linda Kay Sykes Griffin
October 20, 1953 ~ September 12, 2019
Rocky Mount - Linda Kay Sykes Griffin, age 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at Duke University Medical Center after a short but grueling battle with lung disease. She was born October 20, 1953 in Rocky Mount, NC to the late Otha Rufus and Margaret Hill Sykes. She later moved to Baltimore, MD with her family and returned to Rocky Mount in 1963 where she grew up and spent most of her adult life.
She is survived by her dedicated husband, Edgar (Ed) Taylor Griffin III, daughters, Margaret Greyson Griffin and grandson Brandon Taylor Griffin of Nashville, NC and Mary Taylor Griffin and grandson Theophilus (Theo) Holmes Crews III of Wilmington, NC, siblings, Peggy Sue Atterbury of Annapolis, MD, Robert H. Sykes and Patricia Sykes of Myrtle Beach SC, Ralph H. Sykes and Jennifer Sykes of Dallas, TX and Arnold (Hilton) Sykes of Winston Salem, NC. Nieces and nephews, Scott R. Sykes, Spencer A. Sykes, Laura Sykes Adams, Katherine Sykes Henry, Samuel Sampson Sykes II, Joseph F. Sykes, Van S. Sykes and Hannah M. Sykes.
Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She loved animals, specifically dogs and she had an infectious laugh that could be heard a mile away. She attended Averett College, married in 1973 and lived on to be very active in her children and grandchildrens lives. She was a dedicated assistant to her husband at Ed T. Griffin Builders and later worked for Nash Health Care Systems as a Financial Counselor which she very much enjoyed. Linda was so very loved and will be missed by many.
The family would like to thank their friends and family for their unwavering support during this time, as well as her medical team at Duke University Medical Center for the attentive care she received during her last days with us. Flowers or donations to Englewood Presbyterian Church in her honor would be greatly appreciated.
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, 2019 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Johnson Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Englewood Presbyterian Church at 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
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Linda always had a smile to pass on. I have known her over the years through my sister. They had a special relationship that will be with them forever. Death cannot separate kindred spirits. Keep smiling, Linda, and know that you were loved by many and still are. .
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We are so very sorry for your loss. She was a VERY special girl!! Ray and Joan Sykes
We are very very sorry!
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Oh my funny friend! The world will miss your optimistic spirit and your knack for bringing anyone up that is down in the dumps. Lucky you,you had it all through life ups, downs, good times bad times but you faced the adversity with an open heart and an attitude like none other. You are the vision of what every person in the world should strive to be. Ti;; we meet again remember all the love you have left here on this earth and know you will never be forgotten because you are so special to us all. Death will never separate what you meant to me and so many others. Love you my funny girl! Peace.
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Linda Lindo is one of the most special ladies that I have known. Always a smile, laughter or some gesture to brighten your day & spirits. I am glad that I was blessed to work with you in our younger days. You & Ed were truly two of my favorites! Heaven certainly received a beautiful angel! Trish & Donnie Brake
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There are so many memories that come to mind when I think of Linda….I’m still in disbelief. She was a beautiful and kind lady. I had the privilege of playing golf her…working with her..socializing with her…being a sounding board…and many fun times at Birchwood and MNO. I would guess the most memorable is her running up the steps at Birchwood with one of the girls holding her breath. I took the child and blew in her face, she immediately begin to breathe and I will forever have etched in my mind the look on Linda’s face. I could go on and on about our fond memories. I love you Ed, Grayson and Taylor…and Brandon and Theo.. your Grandmother loved you so much. Always keep that in your heart.
With love, prayers and heartfelt sympathy.
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So very sorry for the loss of Linda. She will be missed by so many, especially her family, friends and her dog Rufus. Our families go way way back and I know you were very special to my sister, Karen. She is going to miss you terribly. My prayers go out to her family, friends and all who knew her. May God bless you with the strength and understanding during this difficult time. Beth Kirkman Massengale
Thank you Charlene. That may have been my sister I don’t know but I know that story.
Linda, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. From Chuck and Hope White Manning.
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Ed, Greyson, and Taylor, my thoughts are with you on this sad day. Linda was truly a wonderful lady who will be missed by you forever. Hold the special memories you have of her in your hearts and minds. Love to you all, Debbie Goldbeck
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Thinking of you Linda, always on my mind. I hope you are peaceful in heaven, seems I can hear that laughter down here on earth. Love you my sweet sister..