Willie Griffin, age 75, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

Willie Griffin was born to Leflora Griffin and Johnnie Griffin on August 14, 1948, in Belzoni Mississippi. He confessed his love in Christ his Lord & Savior at an early age.

Willie Griffin began his early education at Halem High School in Chicago, IL with the graduating class of 1960. Which he participated in Basketball maintaining his grades as a well-rounded student. Willie loved watching old cowboy western movies and basketball. He was a great cook which he often surprised his family with delicacies.

After graduating high school, Willie Griffin went straight to work with multiple jobs until he landed at Inland Steel/Cleveland Cliffs around 1968 as a forklift driver with over 35 years of service within the company until retirement.

On January 24, 2024, Willie Griffin transitioned life to join his (mother) Leflora Griffin, (Father) Johnnie Griffin, (wife) Irene Griffin of 25 years, (daughter) Janice White, (sister) Barbara Whitly (Louis), (brother) Larry Griffin (Rose), (Sister) Dorthy Jean Goodall (Lenor) (nephew) Joseph; many nieces, nephews, cousins along with good friends.

Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307, from 10:00 AM until the time of Funeral Service at 12:00 PM.

Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park in Hobart, IN.

Visit Willie’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.