A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Columbia Elks Lodge, 4747 E Elk Park Dr, Columbia, MO from 2:00-5:00pm.
Denny is survived by his only daughter, Melissa Horne (Cory) of Dallas, TX; two sisters, Carol Hefley (Darrell) of Dallas, TX; Laura Reddick (Jim) of Hallsville, MO; grandchildren, Cooper and Dylan Horne of Dallas, TX; longtime companion, Becky Riggs Page and a loving extended family. Denny was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Griggs.
Denny was born on May 25, 1958 in Columbia, MO the son of Alva Denny and Betty Louise (Tomlin) Griggs who preceded him in death. He graduated from Rockbridge High School in Columbia, MO in 1976 and attended Columbia College. He was employed for Pepsi-Cola in Columbia, MO for 20 years and then moved to St. Louis, MO and where he worked for ATK Safety Supply Inc.
Denny was an avid fisherman and sports enthusiast. He enjoyed the outdoors and looked forward to his fishing trips to Bennett Springs, MO and Dallas, TX to visit his two grandkids. Denny had a contagious laugh and his outgoing personality left a mark on everyone who met him. Denny had never met a stranger and his inspiring presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him.
The Family has designated PhysZOU in the School of Health Professions at the University of Missouri-Columbia for memorial contributions. Donations can be made directly to PhysZOU at 701 S. 5th Street, Columbia, MO 65211 or by visiting their website at: https://mizzougivedirect.missouri.edu/Item.aspx?item_id=240
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