Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:38 pm

Astor “Ray” Griffin, 35, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008. He was born August 29, 1972 in Nash County. He loved his family, especially his children. Ray worked well with his hands and had a love of country music, riding four-wheelers and loved life in general.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, Astor Rubin and Nancie Harper Griffin of Nashville; two sons, John Ray Griffin and Christopher Rubin Griffin of Castalia; maternal grandmother, Myrtle Harper of Castalia; and paternal grandmother, Nellie Griffin of Rocky Mount.

A funeral service was held Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Funeral Home with the Rev. Daniel Moss officiating. Visitation followed immediately after the service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations, 1052 South First Street, Nashville, NC 27856