Phillip-Griffis, Sr.-Obituary

Phillip Griffis, Sr.

Mar 13, 2017 - Jan 5, 1932

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LB, Sorry about you losing your brother.

Deepest condolences. Sorry for your lost. May you and your family find the love and comfort you need during these trying difficult times.

Sincerely

Please accept our condolences for your loss. To all of Phil's family gathering in his honor for his memorial service, safe travels to Florida.

Sincerely,
The Staff at Burke Funeral Home

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Mr. Phillip J. Griffis, Sr., age 85, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017 at the Hudson Valley Rehab and Extended Care Facility in Highland, New York.Born January 5, 1932 to the late Albert and Ethel McClelland Griffis. After high school, Phillip joined the U.S. Army and served in World War II. Following his honorable discharge from the armed forces, he began a career as a thoroughbred horseman until his retirement.In addition to his parents, Phillip is predeceased by his son Frank Edward; brothers, Russell, Tommy, Bill, and Richie; and his sister Betty Jo. Survivors include his brothers, LB and Rocky; sister, Faye; children, Dondi, Philicia, Phillip Jr., and Shawn; 13 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.A memorial service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at the chapel of Knauff Funeral Home - Williston.

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