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Stephanie Griffin Obituary

Stephanie Brooke Malaier Griffin, age 39, passed away on January 21, 2026. 

A native of Athens, Stephanie was the daughter of John Lance Malaier and Donna McElhannon Malaier. She attended Prince Avenue Christian School and continued her education at Georgia College and State University. She loved reading and doing arts and crafts with her children. 

Survivors, in addition to her parents, are her children: Everlee Griffin, Silas Griffin, and Sawyer Griffin; and siblings: Jordan Minor and Haley Malaier.

No services are planned at this time.

Berry Funeral Home & Crematory of Elberton is assisting the family of Stephanie Brooke Malaier Griffin.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Norwalk Reflector on Jan. 23, 2026.

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