Paul D. Griffis

PAUL D. GRIFFIS, 81, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2017. Paul was born in Keo, Ark., Nov. 12, 1935 to John and Maggie Griffis. He retired from Anchor Paint Company and was an avid sports fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, James Edward Griffis. Paul is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Griffis; daughter, Heather Preece (Brian); two grandsons, Peyton and Keaton Preece and other extended family. Memorials may be made to Gideon Bible Placement, www.gideons.org. A viewing will be available on Sunday, May 14, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Smith- North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St. Funeral service, with Pastor John Barber officiating, will be at 1 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2017 at Smith-Sherwood Funeral Home, 7700 AR-107, with visitation one hour prior to service. Burial will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.