Brian Griggs

Brian Griggs, 49, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on the morning of April 22, 2019. A public visitation for Brian will be held from 4:00–8:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Mitchell Family Funeral Home.  Following visitation, cremation rites will be accorded and there will be no other services held at this time.  Memorial contributions may be directed to the family on Brian’s behalf.  For further information or to send a condolence please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call (641) 844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Brian and his family.  Brian Griggs was born on March 8, 1970 in Marshalltown, Iowa, the son of Carl and Joan (Mahoney) Griggs.  He was educated in the Marshall County school district.  Brian was always working with his hands, and at one point was a mechanic for Goos Implement.  In Brian’s early years he was a charter member of the Marshalltown Police Explorers.  On October 7, 1995 Brian and Valesta Scheffert (Speicher) welcomed their son, Bryton into the world. He had a passion for model cars and trains, playing airsoft wars, working on his cars, and spending his younger years at Skatetown.  He had a love of nature and over the last few years of his life he built a relationship with our father in heaven and was an active member with Faith Open Bible Church in Marshalltown.   He is survived by his son: Bryton Griggs (Tyler Determann) of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; mother: Joan Griggs of Marshalltown, Iowa; siblings: Kevin (Dianne) Griggs, Curt Griggs, and Amber (Rik) Relph all of Marshalltown, Iowa; as well as several nieces and nephews. Brian is preceded in death by his father, Carl and both paternal and maternal grandparents.