Marlene Ann Landry Griffin, 79, of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Oct. 22, 2025. Marlene was born Aug. 11, 1946, in New Orleans, La., to parents Merlin Landry and Marcelle Simoneaux Landry.
Marlene made Dayton her home for the past 40 years after previously living in Crosby and New Orleans. She was married to her late husband, Phillip Dwayne Griffin, for more than 50 wonderful years. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Marlene had a zest for life and a warm, generous spirit. She loved taking casino trips back to Louisiana, watching her New Orleans Saints, shopping on QVC, and enjoying seafood—especially family crawfish boils that brought everyone together. She was known for her friendly nature and had many dear friends who cherished her companionship.
Above all, Marlene loved her family deeply. Time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren brought her immense joy and countless treasured memories.
Marlene was preceded in death by her parents, Merlin and Marcelle Landry, and her husband, Phillip Griffin.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Shelley Farias and husband, Anthony; Tiffany Janik and husband, Randy; and Lindsey Hopkins; sister, Debbie Mora and husband, Tom; grandchildren, Jordan (Kellie), Cameron (Maddi), Bailey (Rachel), Dustin (Erin), Brittany (Brandon), Lauran (William), Beau (Taylor), and Dallas (Kayla); great-grandchildren, Brady, Emery, Rylan, Karson, Braxton, Kinsey, Blakley, Brooklynn, Aleah, and Gracie; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many dear friends.
A memorial service celebrating Marlene’s life will be held Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas.
Marlene will be remembered for her kind heart, lively spirit, and the love she shared so freely with all who knew her.