John Joseph Griffin III
May 22, 1971 ~ September 8, 2025
John Joseph Griffin III, 54, of Atlanta Ga went home to be with his Lord & Savior on September 8, 2025, in Atlanta Ga. He was born May 22,1971 in Burbank Ca, to his loving parents John Joseph Griffin Jr. and Linda Jane Cunningham Griffin.John is now reunited with his Father John, Mother Linda, and sister Barbara O'Keefe in heaven.
John was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. His love for the Lord was unmatched. His life embodied love, compassion, and faith. He believed anything was possible through our Lord Jesus Christ. John had a love for life and his family, that knew no boundaries. If you knew John, then you know what a big personality he had. He would light up every room he entered, with his laughter and charismatic personality. He was always telling jokes, laughing, and bringing joy to everyone around him.
John truly cherished every moment spent with his family. He married the love of his life, best friend and travel buddy. They always had another adventure planned on the horizon. John was blessed with an amazing daughter and 3 beautiful grandchildren. John took great pride in being a father and being a grandfather, it really meant the world to him. He always said his favorite memories were of the times he spent with family, from birthday BBQs to watching football games. John enjoyed it all.
Johns' legacy will live on in us all, as we love one another by our actions not just our words.1 John 3:18 "Let us not love with words or speech, but with actions and in truth"John was loved and will forever be missed. John is survived by his loving wife Kari, only daughter Jessica Griffin, grandchildren Julius, Joseph and Jalayah, brother Josh Griffin, nephew Gage Griffin, niece Kailei Griffin, nephews Stephen Smith, Christopher Smith and Danny Reviere, brother and sister in law Bob and Holly Harlow, nephews Bobby Harlow (Rachel) and Travis Harlow along with many cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews John loved unconditionally and his legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.
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He loved his family and had a great love for the Lord.
I just had lunch with John on July 24, and had one of the best times I have had in a while. I had never met someone so full of life, and who smiled as much as he did.
I met John on a cruise and have honestly never met such an outgoing and friendlier person in my life. He was so full of life and joy and loved his wife and daughter and grandson very much. I will really miss talking to him…
I never met John in person but the love he showed for you through FB was undeniable. Watching y’all travel and the little jokes most of us didn’t understand showed the love that you and John had. You are such a sweet and caring person and I know that God our creator will have John watch over you.
It is with heavy hearts, we celebrate the vibrant and unforgettable life of John Griffin, who left us far too soon at the age of 54.
My heart was broken when I learned of John’s passing. He was not just a friend, but my “brother” from our college days where we created memories that will last a lifetime.
We had some really good times during our college years in Panama City, filled with laughter and adventure. Whether we were tanning on the beach or talking about our dreams and aspirations. John’s energy made every moment brighter and enjoyable.
John’s love for God was his guiding light, and there’s no doubt he’s now celebrating in Heaven. He lived with purpose, and positive mental attitude that inspired everyone he met. John was a force for good, a master salesman and closer; not just in business but in life. His dynamic, outgoing personality could light up any room.
John was an encourager. He had a gift for lifting others up. Ready to lend a hand, or offering a kind word. John had a servant’s heart, ready to help in any way he could.
John shared his remarkable life with his beautiful, patient, and kind wife Kari. His partner and Best Mate in every sense.
John and Kari cruised and traveled frequently. John always had fun story’s to share regarding their travel’s.
John left this earth too soon, but his spirit lives on in the countless lives he touched. Especially in his wife Kari, daughter Jessica, and grandchildren’s heart’s.
As we celebrate his life, let us honor him by carrying forward his positivity, love for God, and adventure!
Rest in peace, my dear friend!
You’ll be missed dearly, but your light will never fade or be replaced.
WE WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER!!!
I was so blessed to have John as one of my dear friends. John had such a passion for his Lord and King. He would always share with me some of his favorite blogs from various pastors to lift me up and encourage me. He was a faithful follower of his beloved Lord. I will miss you, John, it will be a great reunion when we see each other again soon.
John was a friend and a mentor and probably the greatest sales person I ever met! We often ran leads together at Taylor construction and he always had me laughing at some joke he would make regardless of how hard I would try to keep my composure. Most of all John loved the Lord and I loved the God talks we had. I pray that I will be in that number when our Lord returns and that I will see you John on those streets of gold 🙏🏻
Miss you Brother! Catch you on the other side!✝️
I remember John’s Dad saying he had a son I was bigger than but another sone I wouldn’t BELIEVE…I was 13 and John was 18 & came over to see about our pool…a few years later I was helping him with closing and opening pools and WORKING OUT @ the gym…stay strong n BEAST MODE JOHN…I love U brother
Andre Sellers
To Mrs Griffin & Jessica Griffin and Family,
We are praying for your strength that the Lord will give you strength during this time and these days to come.
Psalms 121
I will life up my eyes to hill from which comes my help, my help come from the Lord.
Love the Fortunato Family
Forever In Our Prays
John and I met at a ballgame 12+ years ago and after one conversation it seemed as though we had been friends forever. He had so much depth and personality. His infectious personality and driven motivation were off the charts. He was very instrumental in my professional career and someone that I admired and considered to be a very special person. I will cherish the memories we shared. Until me meet again brothaaaa…. Rest In Peace~ 🙏🏻🫵🏻