Longtime Paton Resident Fred Griffin Dies at 95

Funeral services scheduled for Tuesday, February 17th

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Funeral services for Fred Griffin, a 95-year-old longtime resident of Paton, Iowa, will be held on Tuesday, February 17th at 11:00am at the Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson. Rev. Dennis Martens will officiate, and military rites and interment will follow at the Paton Township Cemetery.

Why it matters

Fred Griffin was a lifelong member of the Paton community, having lived there for decades. His passing marks the end of an era for the small Iowa town, as he was one of its longest-tenured residents.

The details

Griffin is survived by his sister, JoAnn Griffin of Illinois, as well as several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at the Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson, with Rev. Dennis Martens officiating. Military rites and interment will take place at the Paton Township Cemetery following the service.

  • The funeral services for Fred Griffin will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00am.

The players

Fred Griffin

A 95-year-old longtime resident of Paton, Iowa who recently passed away.

JoAnn Griffin

The sister of Fred Griffin, who resides in Illinois.

Rev. Dennis Martens

The officiant who will lead the funeral services for Fred Griffin.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home

The funeral home in Jefferson, Iowa where the services for Fred Griffin will be held.

Paton Township Cemetery

The cemetery in Paton, Iowa where Fred Griffin will be interred following the funeral services.

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The takeaway

Fred Griffin's passing marks the end of an era for the small town of Paton, Iowa, as he was one of its longest-tenured and most beloved residents. His funeral service and interment will allow the community to come together and honor his life and legacy.