James Dennis Ford is set to be executed in Florida for the 1997 murders of Kimberly and Gregory Malnory. Kimberly’s mother, Linda Griffin, visits her daughters’ gravesites with their children, remembering Kimberly as special and the beat in her heart. Ford invited the Malnorys on a fishing trip before fatally attacking Gregory and Kimberly, leaving their daughter Maranda injured but alive. Ford’s DNA and gun connected him to the crime scene, leading to his conviction and impending execution. The Malnorys were remembered as loving and selfless individuals, with Greg described as an all-American good ol’ boy while Kimberly was known for her bubbly personality. Griffin and Ankney, the mothers of the victims, have become advocates for homicide victims’ families, seeking grief support and fighting for justice for their loved ones. Ankney expressed how the Parents of Murdered Children group helped her cope with her loss. Griffin sadly passed away in a car accident, leaving behind the memories of her two daughters. The Malnorys’ loved ones continue to mourn their loss and keep their spirits alive through advocacy and remembrance.
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