Wanda Marie Griggs' Obituary
Wanda Marie Griggs, age 74, of Chanute, passed away Friday, October 14, 2016 in Chanute, Kansas. Wanda was born on February 23, 1942 in Montrose, Colorado the daughter of Milford and Estella (Thompson) Thornburg.
Wanda was marred to Robert Dale Griggs. Robert preceded her in death in 2004.
Wanda was first and foremost a mother who was responsible for raising seven children. She spent most of her life in Emporia, KS where she worked as a CNA for nursing homes in Emporia and Cottonwood Falls. She moved to Chanute after her husband passed to be closer to family. She was an easy going person who loved helping people. She also enjoyed doing crosswords, embroidery and watching movies.
Wanda is survived by:
Children:
Carolyn McElhaney of Turon, KS
Debbie Griggs of Chanute, KS
Danny Griggs of Washington State
Christa Casebier of Winter Springs, FL
Jimmy Thornburg of Wichita, KS
Steven Thornburg of Winter Springs, FL
Deah Castleberry of Prairie Village, KS
Sister:
Peggy Burton of Holyrood, KS
Brother:
Frank Thornburg of Lincoln, NE
4 Grandchildren
5 Great Grandchildren
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert.
Cremation has been requested. A visitation will take place on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 from 5-7 PM at Countryside Funeral Home, Johnson Chapel in Chanute, KS. There will be a graveside service held at Evergreen Cemetery in Emporia, KS at a later date to be determined. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Memorials have been suggested to the First Christian Church and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services have been entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home 101 N. Highland, Chanute, KS 66720.
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