Arlene J. Griggs

January 4, 1934 - March 1, 2012

Arlene J. Griggs, born January 4, 1934, passed away March 1, 2012. She was 78 years old. Born to Gus and Esther Frey, Arlene grew up in Spirit Lake, Iowa. After working as an elementary school teacher and a flight attendant for Continental Airlines, she married A.C. Griggs of Odessa, Texas, on September 2, 1959. They moved to Tulsa in 1964, and Arlene began a long career volunteering her time and many talents at Asbury United Methodist Church and other local organizations. Arlene was happiest spending time on the water at Grand Lake, traveling to both new and familiar locations, and enjoying time with her family and many beloved friends. The highlight of her year was the Fourth of July family celebration at the lake, a 35-year tradition. Arlene is survived by her husband of 52 years, A.C., as well as her children, Lori Greenho and her husband Mark of Plano, Texas, Alan and his wife Kim of Flower Mound, Texas, four grandchildren, and her sister, Angela Peterson, of Worthington, Minnesota. A memorial service will be held at Asbury United Methodist Church Mason Chapel on Monday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. with a reception to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Arleneâ??s name to Asbury United Methodist Church.