John Griffin

John Howard Griffin, 59, of Liberty, NC, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

Mr. Griffin was born February 20, 1967, in Sparta, NC, the son of the late James Raleigh Griffin and Mary Nell Evans Wagoner. He loved following politics, often contacted congressman to give them a hard time. He was also a huge history buff, especially Civil War and World War II events.

A loving family man, Mr. Griffin adored his grandchildren and never met a stranger. He loved going to the mountains, spending time at Maggie Valley and Ghost Town in the Sky.

He is survived by his wife Elena Griffin; daughter, Elizabeth Griffin (Jared Nutt); son, James Griffin (Ashley); grandchildren, Ava, Olivia, Madeline, Hazel, James; and his fur babies, Snickers, Ruby, Grace, and Attila.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Ridge Funeral Home.

"To know me is to love me, and those who don't know me don't know what they are missing."