Don Griscom
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Donald Griscom
84, a resident of Lincoln, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Springdale. He was born November 17, 1935 in Lincoln, the son of Floyd Raymond and Theo (Campbell) Griscom. Don was a life long resident of Lincoln, Arkansas. He graduated from Lincoln Schools in 1953. Shortly after high school he started hauling canned milk for PET. He continued to haul milk for 62 years. Don knew every dairy family in Washington County, AR and Adair County , OK. It was his daily priority to pick up each and every producers milk no matter the situation, even the weather did not stop his commitment to his dairy producers. In 1990, for 28 years, his son Curtis joined him in the milk hauling business.
Don didn't enjoy many activities but was known for his love of trot-lining for catfish, quail hunting and pitching continuous "ringers" while playing horseshoes. Two of his favorite companions were his hunting dogs, June and Amber.
In 1963 Don purchased land on Sugar Hill Road and set an apple orchard which he farmed for 38 years. His life of farming also included beef cattle farms in Lincoln and Cincinnati, AR.
He and his wife Barbara Mileur Griscom were married in 1964.
Don will be remembered for his honesty and work ethic.
He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Theo Campbell Griscom and one granddaughter, Mary Madeline Griscom.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years Barbara Griscom, one daughter Cara Griscom Wilhite and husband Darren: one son Curtis Griscom and wife Becki; six grandchildren Ariel Wilhite, Mallory Wilhite, Rhiannon Wilhite, Clay Griscom, Clark Griscom and Coleman Griscom.
Graveside Services will be held, Tuesday, June 16th 2020 at Beaty Cemetery Lincoln, Arkansas.
Online guest book, www.luginbuel.com.
84, a resident of Lincoln, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Springdale. He was born November 17, 1935 in Lincoln, the son of Floyd Raymond and Theo (Campbell) Griscom. Don was a life long resident of Lincoln, Arkansas. He graduated from Lincoln Schools in 1953. Shortly after high school he started hauling canned milk for PET. He continued to haul milk for 62 years. Don knew every dairy family in Washington County, AR and Adair County , OK. It was his daily priority to pick up each and every producers milk no matter the situation, even the weather did not stop his commitment to his dairy producers. In 1990, for 28 years, his son Curtis joined him in the milk hauling business.
Don didn't enjoy many activities but was known for his love of trot-lining for catfish, quail hunting and pitching continuous "ringers" while playing horseshoes. Two of his favorite companions were his hunting dogs, June and Amber.
In 1963 Don purchased land on Sugar Hill Road and set an apple orchard which he farmed for 38 years. His life of farming also included beef cattle farms in Lincoln and Cincinnati, AR.
He and his wife Barbara Mileur Griscom were married in 1964.
Don will be remembered for his honesty and work ethic.
He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Theo Campbell Griscom and one granddaughter, Mary Madeline Griscom.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years Barbara Griscom, one daughter Cara Griscom Wilhite and husband Darren: one son Curtis Griscom and wife Becki; six grandchildren Ariel Wilhite, Mallory Wilhite, Rhiannon Wilhite, Clay Griscom, Clark Griscom and Coleman Griscom.
Graveside Services will be held, Tuesday, June 16th 2020 at Beaty Cemetery Lincoln, Arkansas.
Online guest book, www.luginbuel.com.
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Beaty Cemetery near Lincoln, Arkansas
Visitation
4:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
West, Row 21, Space 115
General
Nov 13, 1935
Jun 13, 2020
84
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Tributes
Barbara, Curtis & Cara,
I am so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. I can not begin to tell you how special & important he was to the entire Baugh family. His commitment to us and all of the dairy farmers will never be forgotten. Doc and Lumpy loved the years they worked for Don & Curtis. He was truly one of the good ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Denise Baugh-Collins - Family Friend
Donald was a good man who has such a wonderful family. We always enjoyed looking to the right as we drove past Don and Barbara's house. He was the great fisherman everyone wanted to be. Our prayers are with the Griscom family and especially our dear Barbara.
Russ & Rainy Laycox - Friend
Very sorry and saddened to hear about Don's passing. Even when our paths only cross briefly, the impact can last a lifetime and I know his loss is especially tough for you. I'm glad to have met Don and the wonderful family you all are, and hope that his memory and the awesome memories you've shared in these pictures will lift you up in this time of grief.
Kindest Regards,
Mark
Mark Babb - Friend
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Beaty Cemetery near Lincoln, Arkansas
Visitation
4:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
West, Row 21, Space 115
General
Nov 13, 1935
Jun 13, 2020
84
Documents