Mr. Alfred Griggs

In Loving Memory Of; Alfred Griggs was born in Westpointe, Georgia on June 25, 1935 to Alex Griggs and Matilda Cumberlander. Both parents preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death sister Gladys and brother Freeman. Alfred accepted Christ at an early age in Georgia. He was educated in the St. John Community Christian School in Westpointe, Georgia. Shortly after moving to Detroit, Alfred began his career with the UAW. He was employed by the General Motors Corporation. After four decades of dedicated service, he retired in the Spring of 1993 from GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant. He was a proud member of UAW Local 235. During the 50s, he met and married Doreen Grayer on March 15, 1958. Alfred and Doreen were blessed with four loving children; Melanie, Alfred, Alfreda, and Alecia (Pooh). Their daughter, Alfreda preceded him in death. He shared a unique relationship with his family, and special bonds with all of his sons and daughters. As a single dad, he accepted the challenge and single-handedly raised his youngest daughter, Alia after her mother passed away. Al spent quality time with all of his children. He enjoyed hosting holiday family gatherings and barbecues especially on Father’s Day with his children and grands. He was a proud father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A family man, he traveled extensively to attend the Cumberlander family reunions. Perhaps because of his automobile career and the joy of fast-moving sports cars, Al loved his cars. Alfred loved distant highway driving. Annually, he enjoyed driving to the South to attend the historic southern football classic games. Al enjoyed being an active part of the tailgating scenes and activities. During his retirement years, Alfred enjoyed reading about African-American historical pioneers, and the history that centered around the experience of college football and historically black colleges and universities. Alfred had a sense of humor. He was engaging and entertaining. During social gatherings he loved telling stories and was the life of the party. He was a member of the International Free & Accepted Modern Masons and Order of the Eastern Star. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and received numerous awards throughout his 40-year affiliation because of his love, character, commitment, contributions, and special services to the Crispus Attucks Lodge #51. As a brother, he spent lots of time with fellow lodge brothers promoting Masonic education, helping to organize social events. Alfred was a man with a mission to help others. His Christian roots led him to helping those who were less fortunate in his neighborhood. During his retirement, he loved to serve God, his community and fellowship with his church. He renewed his faith in God in 2010, and united with Beth-Eden Baptist Church in Detroit. Brother Griggs was a faithful and supportive member of the church until his death. The Lord called him from labor to reward. Alfred Griggs made his peaceful transition on Monday, December 30 at St. John Moross Hospital in Detroit.

Mr. Alfred Griggs

June 25, 1935 - December 30, 2019