Rhonda Griffin

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved sister, and  mother ,Rhonda Griffin, who left us on December 18, 2024, at the age of 57.

Rhonda was a loving mother, devoted sister, friend, and an unwavering source of strength to all who knew her.

Born on November 10, 1967, in Topeka Ks to David Griffin and Lockie (Carver) Griffin.  Rhonda attended Holy Name School for 8 years, later  she attended Hayden High School for two years and later graduated from Topeka West High School. 

When Rhonda was in grade school she participated in ballet and was on the swim team (Topeka Swimming Association)where she swam competitively. Later in high school Rhonda ran cross county for Hayden High School (where she lettered) and the Topeka Thunder Bolts. 

Rhonda worked many jobs during her life ; however, she found her niche and that was being a care giver to the elderly and disable. Rhonda loved her job and thought of her clients more as family than a job. Rhonda always seem to be able to find the good in everyone when others could not. 

Rhonda was a free spirit, she loved to laugh, and she was a loyal and giving to her family and friends. 

Rhonda loved music ; you could hear her singing all the time. 

Rhonda was an artist in her own right and she would write poetry , do drawings and paintings. 

Rhonda was very compassionate about animals and people.  

Rhonda was proceeded in death by her parents David Griffin and Lockie (Carver) Griffin. 

Rhonda is survived by her son Griffin Moore, daughter Jada Welch (Karen and Carl Welch)  partner Dyal Rocha , her sisters Stephanie Griffin and Yvonne (Duke) Anderson,  nephews Ryan Griffin and Duke Anderson and niece Jayci Hollis, Her aunts Teresa Aley, Francie  Marshall and her  uncles Charlie Carver , Marion (Gail) Carver and stepmother Carol Griffin and many cousins and close friends. 

Rhonda’s unexpected passing has been for very difficult for her family and friends. 

Rhonda had that aura of light that we will miss dearly. 

Celebration for Life will be held on February 8th,  at Sacred d Heart Church activity room beginning at 11:00 am.  

In lieu of flowers please make contribution to Helping Hands Humane Society and Sacred Heart Church.