SPRING HOPE - John Andrew Anderson Gifford, Jr., age 65, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Born in Bristol County, MA on November 4, 1956, he was the son of the late John Andrew Anderson Gifford, Sr. and Mary Leona Medlin Gifford. He was also preceded in death by his partner, Linda Griffin.

John is survived by his sister, Susan Dean; his two brothers, Danny Gifford (Robin) and Timothy Gifford (Tasha); three nephews; one niece; and great nephews and nieces.

A graveside service was held May 20, 2022 at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John's name to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research, 930 B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.