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Nancy Knight Thompson Griffin

December 1, 1932 — September 20, 2024

Glennville

Nancy Knight Thompson Griffin, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024, at The Journey in Claxton, Georgia. Born on December 1, 1932, in Glennville, Georgia, to Otis and Elizabeth Branham Knight, Nancy was a lifelong resident of Glennville and deeply rooted in her family and faith.

Known for her patient and kind demeanor, Nancy dedicated her life to nurturing her family. She took great pride in cooking for her loved ones, particularly at Thanksgiving, where she would prepare a feast with all the trimmings. It was a tradition for her to wait to eat until everyone else had filled their plates to enjoy her cooking, finding joy in the smiles of those she served.

Nancy had a multitude of interests that showcased her talents and love for family. She delighted in sewing, creating beautiful clothing for her children and grandchildren, weaving memories into every stitch. Her culinary skills were matched only by her faith, where she was a lifetime member of Hopewell Methodist Church and enjoyed attending the United Methodist Ladies Circle Meetings.

Her proudest accomplishments were undoubtedly her family, who will carry her legacy forward. Nancy's unwavering support and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew her, always ready to lend a helping hand or share a kind word.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Rinaldo Thompson and Vernon Griffin; siblings, Willis Knight, Wilbert Knight, Billy Knight, Margaret Swindell; daughters, Shirley Clements, Cindy Uresti and grandson, Dustin Uresti.

She is survived by:

Daughter, Joy Wilson (Ricky) of Glennville, Georgia

Step-Daughters, Regina Waters (Dennis) of Glennville, Georgia
Susan Douglas (Joe) of Canton, Georgia
Karen Jackson (Walter) of LaGrange, Georgia

Brother, Jerry Knight of Glennville, Georgia

Grandchildren, Aric Clements (Lisa), Ginger Durrence (Clint), Randy Clements (Allison), Hope Milligan (Lee Wheeler), Tina Durrence (Ashley)

Twelve Great Grandchildren, One Great-Great Grandchild, Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm, Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Brannen Family Funeral Services. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm, Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the chapel of Brannen Family Funeral Services. Burial will follow in Watermelon Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: Hopewell Methodist Church, P.O. Box 459, Glennville, GA 30427 or Georgia Hospice Care, 100 SW Main St, Vidalia, GA 30474 or The Journey, 107 W. Liberty St, Claxton, GA 30417.

Care and Services are entrusted to Brannen Family Funeral Services, Glennville, Georgia. "Our Family Serving Your Family."

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Sunday, September 22, 2024

2:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Brannen Family Funeral Services

206 N Veterans Blvd, Glennville, GA 30427

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Funeral Service

Sunday, September 22, 2024

3:00 - 4:00 pm (Eastern time)

Brannen Family Funeral Services

206 N Veterans Blvd, Glennville, GA 30427

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Burial

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Watermelon Creek Baptist Church Cemetery

8882 GA-144, Glennville, GA 30427

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