Jack Dale Griffis
December 16, 1938 - October 15, 2020
Griffis – Jack Dale Griffis, age 81, of Starke, Florida passed away peacefully in his home on October 15, 2020 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Starke, Florida on December 16, 1938 to the late Roy Griffis and Pansy Lillian Webb Griffis. Jack was a lifelong resident of Starke and graduated from Bradford High School in 1957. Shortly after high school, Jack joined the United States Army National Guard where he proudly served our country. He enjoyed his career at the Florida Department of Transportation as a Permit Engineer. When Jack wasn’t working, he enjoyed attending Sampson City Church of God, hunting, and fishing. More than anything, Jack loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, along with his favorite pet dachshund, Misty. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Ronald Melvin Griffis and Roy Doug Griffis. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Betty Ann Griffis of Starke, FL; his children, Ricky (Stephanie) Griffis and Kim Griffis both of Starke, Florida; grandchildren, Kristin (Jacob) Cannon, Kaitlin Griffis, Courtney Paul. A Celebration of Jack’s Life will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at Sampson City Church of God with Reverend Gene Bass officiating. Interment will follow at Conner Cemetery in Starke, FL. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, 14397 US Highway 301 South, Starke, FL 32091, (904) 964-5757.
Griffis – Jack Dale Griffis, age 81, of Starke, Florida passed away peacefully in his home on October 15, 2020 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Starke, Florida on December 16, 1938 to the late Roy Griffis and Pansy... View Obituary & Service Information