Mary E. Cowles Griffin
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Mary Elizabeth (Cowles) Griffin, was called home Sunday, July 3, 2022 just 27 days short of 100 years old. Mary, a true Conch, loving mother, and Granny, touched the lives of many during her time with us.
Mary, daughter of Homer and Maria Louisa Cowles, was born in Key West on July 30, 1922. She joins her devoted husband of 63 years Carl D. Griffin, together again in paradise. Preceded in death she also joins her brother Alfonso Cowles, her sister Belia Mendoza, and her beloved granddaughter Kimberly Beacham. Carl and Mary are the proud parents of their two daughters Carlene Griffin (of New Bern NC) and Joyce Griffin (of Key West FL). Mary's family also includes Carlene's children David Taylor, Douglas Taylor and Sandra Carey; and Joyce's children Brandy Hull and Casey Dion.
To honor Mary's life Funeral services were held at the Basilica of St. Mary's Star of the Sea on July 7, 2022. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made to support the local veterans in Monroe County. The Military Affairs Committee, P.O. Box 2519 Key West, FL 33045-2519.
There are no words to express how much she was loved and will be missed.