Roy J.

Griffin

Roy James Griffin 59, of Beaumont, TX; on Wednesday, August 20th, entered into the arms of our Heavenly Father.

Services are Friday, Sept. 05, 2025, at Universal Church of God in Christ 690 Irma St. Beaumont, TX. Visitation will begin at 12Noon until Funeral at 1PM. Interment will be in Magnolia Cemetery Beaumont, TX. Military honors will be rendered in recognition of his service to our country.

On May 18, 1966, in Pineville, La., a change came to the late Everlina Griffin and the late Roy Stevens with the birth of their baby boy, Roy. Affectionately known as "Poppa," he was a shining light in the lives of all who knew him. His journey on this earth was marked by love, compassion, and an unwavering faith in God.

His family later moved to Beaumont, where he united with Starlight Baptist Church. Roy's incredible tenor voice was an inspiration to all who heard him sing in the choir and participate in youth programs. After graduating from Beaumont Charlton-Pollard High School in 1984 as the proud drum major, he continued his studies at Texas Southern University, where he served in the band. He then joined the U.S. Army Reserve, proudly serving his country for four years.

He later returned to Beaumont and joined his mom, grandparents, aunts and uncles at Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Nederland for thirty years.

As the first grandson of the late Rosa and Adolph Rocio, Sr., Roy undoubtedly had many privileges. He often attended football games with his grandparents and was truly the apple of their eye. Roy had a life of servitude, always ready to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. Known as the "perpetual God Father," he had many beloved godchildren, including Bailey Elizabeth Pete and Derek Myers, Jr. He was a constant source of encouragement, helping others in need.

Cherishing his memories are his brothers, Curtis Griffin and Joshua Matthews; his aunts, Patricia Rocio-Washington (Billy), Norma Rocio, Alice Laday, Shelia Bryant, June Rocio-Alexander (Michael), Lorrie Nickson, and Catherine Rocio; his uncles, Charles Rocio (Cheryl), Ronald Rocio (Nandria), William Rocio, and Patrick Rocio; his "sister friends," Marisa Kirt, Darlene Lewis, and Carla Hardy; and a host of friends, family members, and colleagues of the U.S. Postal Service.

Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com