Twelfth Generation

253. Harold Clarence "Bud" GRIGGS (~) was born on 4 April 1921 in Wyeville, Byron Township, Monroe County, WI.^105,300 He appeared in the census in 1930 in Adams, Adams Township, Adams County, WI.³¹⁰ He appeared in the census in 1940 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.²⁷¹ He was living with his parents and his occupation was "Delivery Boy and Clerk, Bakery." Bud appeared in the census in 1950 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI.⁴⁷⁸ His household was at 1241 Clinton Bldg. 37, Apt. H and his occupation was "Wall Cleaning, Wall Cleaning Co." Before 1953 he was in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI. He drove a "car carrier," hauling automobiles. Before 1972 he was a truck driver for the State Highway Patrol..¹⁰⁵ Bud died on 6 October 1972 at the age of 51 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI.^105,479,480 Obituary Notes: "Harold Griggs was born April 4, 1921 (at 1:30 A.M.) to Clarence and Grace Griggs in the village of Wyeville. He died Oct. 6 (1972) of multiple injuries suffered in an automobile accident on Sept. 3.

He was married to Rebecca Beamer and was employed by the State Highway Patrol. He was a World War II Navy veteran.

Surviving are his widow; four sons, David, Harold, Gregory and Robert, all at home; two daughters, Mrs. William Johnson (Ruth Ann), Tomah, and Rebecca, at home; his mother, Mrs Clare Griggs, Tomah; four sisters, Mrs. Emil Prise (Elva) and Mrs. Oliver Drew (Beverly), both of Tomah, Mrs. Marvin Neubauer (Ruth) of Madison, and Mrs. Arlen Roeske (Carol) of Sparta; two brothers, Lyle of Tomah and Claire of Greendale; and one grandchild." He was buried on 9 October 1972 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.^105,481 in the Oak Grove Cemetery (Original Plot, Block 6, Lot 71).

Harold Clarence "Bud" GRIGGS (~) and Amy Jean RATTUNDE were married on 7 June 1941.²⁹⁴ They²⁹⁴ were divorced before 1955.²⁹⁴ Amy Jean RATTUNDE, daughter of Henry C. RATTUNDE and Amy S. RILEY, was born about 1923 in Wisconsin.²⁷¹ She appeared in the census in 1940 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.²⁷¹ She appeared in the census in 1950 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI.⁴⁷⁸ Her occupation was "Clerk Typist, Army Camp." Amy died about 1995 at the age of 72 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.²⁹⁴

Harold Clarence "Bud" GRIGGS (~) and Amy Jean RATTUNDE had the following children:

Harold Clarence "Bud" GRIGGS (~) and Gertrude Rebecca "Becky" BEAMER were married on 11 April 1955 in Iowa.¹⁰⁵ Gertrude Rebecca "Becky" BEAMER, daughter of Charles Leroy BEAMER and Genevieve Ida WEYER, was born on 10 September 1940 in Tyrone, Blaire County, PA.⁴⁸² She died on 26 March 2022 at the age of 81 in Warrens, Lincoln Township, Monroe County, WI.^42,482,483 She died from complications of COPD.

Obituary Notes: "Becky G. Beamer, 81, passed away Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Agape Acres. She was born on September 10, 1940 to Charles L and Genevieve (Weyer) Beamer in Tyrone, PA.

She was married to Harold (Bud) C Griggs and had five children. After Harold's passing in 1972, she married Morry Wegner in 1974.

Becky's career in catering and event planning spanned many years and took her to numerous locations throughout the upper Midwest. Her hobbies and interests included: fishing, bird watching, music, sports, and spending time with those she loved. A favorite pastime of hers was to enjoy a brandy and cherry juice while visiting her local casino.

In addition to being a mom, wife, and dedicated professional; Becky was an exceptional bowler who was involved in many leagues and a part of numerous teams throughout her life. She lived her life to the fullest and without apology.

She is survived by her children David (Kim) Griggs, Jim (Amanda) Griggs, Sue (John) Dinger, Robert (Carla) Griggs, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Bud and son Gregory Scott Griggs.

According to her wishes private services will be held. Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences can be offered by visiting www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Becky, please visit our Tree Store or plant a tree."

Harold Clarence "Bud" GRIGGS (~) and Gertrude Rebecca "Becky" BEAMER had the following children:

+323	i.	David Alan "Dave" GRIGGS.
+324	ii.	Harold James "Jim" GRIGGS.
+325	iii.	Rebecca "Sue" GRIGGS.
326	iv.	Gregory Scott "Greg" GRIGGS was born on 24 February 1965 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.105 He died on 20 June 1987 at the age of 22 in Hillsboro, Vernon County, WI.105 Obituary Notes: "Gregory Griggs was born February 24, 1965 to Harold and Becky (Beamer) Griggs in Tomah, WI. He was employed by the Pine Valley Feed Co. in Norwalk. Gregory was killed in a one-car accident on Hwy V, one mile north of Mt. Tabor. He was a passenger in a car driven by James Cornell, 24, Wilton. The car went off the road and overturned. Cornell and two other passengers were treated at the hospital and released. Gregory died Saturday, June 20, 1987 in St. Joseph's Hospital, Hillsboro. Gregory was survived by his mother, Becky; three brothers, David of Tomah, Jim of La Fuente, CA, and Robert of Norwalk; and a sister, Sue Dinger of Tunnel City. He was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Tomah. Services were held at the White Funeral Home, with Rev. Weslely Schirmer officiating." He was buried on 23 June 1987 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.105 in the Oak Grove Cemetery (Original Plot, Block 6, Lot 71).
+327	v.	Robert Dean "Bob" GRIGGS.