Obituary for
Donald W "Don" Griffith
Donald W. Griffith, age 84, of Elkhart passed away on September 18, 2017 at 12:50 PM at Brookdale in Granger surrounded by his family. He was born August 5, 1933 to Verne L. and Barbara (Bailey) Griffith in Elkhart, Indiana. After graduating from Elkhart High School in 1951, Don enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably from 1951 to 1955. On December 7, 1957, Don married Gloria Neal. She survives. Mr. Griffith worked for Bayer for 39 years working his way up from draftsman to project engineer. Don enjoyed traveling, arts and crafts, woodworking, and drawing. Don custom built his house where he loved to entertain friends and play cards. Don is survived by his wife of 59 years, Gloria; his children, Linda K. Tucker of Middlebury, Cathy S. (fiancé’ Scott Ottesen) Webber of Granger, and Scott L. Griffith of Indianapolis; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Marlene A. (David) Wenger. Don was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Verne L. Griffith, Jr.. A memorial service in Don’s honor will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 12:00 noon at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 4206 East Bristol Street, Elkhart, IN 46514 with calling one hour prior to the service. Private family internment will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 4206 East Bristol Street, Elkhart, IN 46514 or Southern Care Hospice, 1626 East Day Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545.
