Gerald "Jerry" Bernard Griggs, Jr.

January 11, 1944 - February 16, 2017

Gerald "Jerry" Bernard Griggs, Jr., age 73 of Vineland, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 16, 2017, at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland. Born in Millville and raised in Vineland, Jerry graduated from Vineland High School and then went on to serve our country as a staff Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. He served as a jet mechanic in Korea during the Vietnam War. After serving in the war, Jerry resided in Millville and worked at Bayside State Prison, New Jersey Dept. of Corrections and retired as a State Senior Correctional Officer after 21 years of service. In 2003, he entered the New Jersey Veteran's Memorial Home in Vineland. Jerry's family would like to thank all of the caring staff at the Veteran's Home that took such good care of him for many years. Jerry was an avid coin collector and enjoyed metal detecting. He was also fond of fishing and taking trips to the casino. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Jerry is survived by his son Gerald B. Griggs III and wife Karen of Vineland; daughter Jennifer Stanley; and beloved grandchildren Jerry IV, Olivia, Cassidy, and Jake. He was predeceased by his former wife of 30 years, Janice; father Gerald B. Griggs, Sr.; and mother Carolyn Lloyd. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Christy Funeral Home, Millville. Memories and expressions of sympathy for Gerald B. Griggs, Jr. may be shared on the Obituary Tribute Wall at: www.christyfuneralservice.com.