Raeford Leon “Ray” Griffin, 54, of Plant City, died March 4, 2017.
He was born Feb. 20, 1963, in Amarillo, Texas. He was the co-owner of Griffin Brothers Concrete and Tractor. He loved his family and he enjoyed fishing, the beach and being outdoors.
He is survived by his wife and the loving mother of his children, Colleen M. Griffin, of Plant City; “joy of his life” Tara Collins, of Plant City; children, Lauren L. Griffin, of Plant City and Raeford Leon “Bubba” Griffin II (Summer Buchanan), of Plant City; granddaughter, Rosabelle Lena Griffin; mother, Brenda Williams, of Lakeland; siblings, Kemuel W. Griffin (Sherry), of Plant City, Carmen L. Chancey, of Lakeland, Andrew C. Griffin, of Lakeland and Tara Rae Griffin, of Lakeland; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ollie “Ray” Griffin.
A celebration of life was held March 11, at Hopewell Funeral Home in Plant City.
Committal followed at Hopewell Memorial Gardens, Plant City.
Online condolences may be made at HopewellFuneral.com.