Helen Griffis's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2026 in Marks, Mississippi

Helen Griffis

July 12, 1945 - March 16, 2026 (80 years old)

Marks, Mississippi

Helen Griffis's obituary , Passed away on March 16, 2026 in Marks, Mississippi

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Helen Griffis

July 12, 1945 - March 16, 2026 (80 years old)

Marks, Mississippi

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Helen Griffis Obituary

The world bids farewell to Helen Griffis (Marks, Mississippi), departing on March 16, 2026 at the age of 80. Helen leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Helen Griffis or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Alan Smith Bland and Jemell Burchfield Bland; and her daughters, Mary Helen Lenard and Carolyn Faye Phillips. She is survived by: her children, Tammy Blaylock (Bubba) of Yazoo City, MS, Michael (Tammy) of Sledge, MS, Kenny Edge of Marks, MS, Wanda Cook (late Jerome) of Marks, MS, Tina Dungan (Maylon) of Walls, MS and Christopher Edge of Batesville, MS.; and her siblings, Eloise Williams of Batesville, MS and Lewis Bland of Charleston, MS.. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

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Mar 21

Visitation

First United Pentecostal Church
101 Church St, Marks, MS 38646

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Mar 21

Funeral service

First United Pentecostal Church
101 Church St, Marks, MS 38646

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Mar 21

Burial

Magnolia Cemetery

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