Betty was born in Farmington, Minnesota on January 13, 1938 and besides being a dedicated teacher had also been a successful business owner.
She had also been previously employed by the State of Arizona.
Betty was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Griffis. She is survived by a sister, Eunice Hanlon of Lakeville, Mn and brother, Gene Duff and sister-in-law Helyn Duff of Rosemount, Mn; brothers Dale Duff and Rober Duff of Rosemount and Lakeville respectively.
Per her request there will be no memorial services, however, donations in her memory may be made to Hospice of Yuma, 1824 S. 8th Ave. Yuma, Az 85364.
Private cremation services were accorded by Johnson Mortuary Desert Lawn Memorial Park in Yuma.