With heavy hearts, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Ms. Linda A. Griffin who entered into rest February 5, 2026.

Ms. Griffin was a 1971 graduate of W. E. Parker High School. She was a Licensed Funeral Director and the General Manager of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary for over 40 years and was a member of Carey Hill Missionary Baptist Church.

Survivors include her daughter, Kadena (Shyvron) Simpkins; one sister, Mary E. Griffin; two brothers, Thomas J. Griffin and Theo (Hope) Griffin; three grandsons, Jalen Simpkins, Darius Simpkins and Kaleb Simpkins; a host of loving relatives and friends that will truly miss her.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church where the Rev. David Mason, Jr. is the pastor and the Rev. Darrell Blocker eulogist. Interment will follow in the Poplar Spring Baptist Church Cemetery. Viewing will be held from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday at the funeral home. The family will receive guests from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.

Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.