Born in Havertown, Chris was the daughter of the late John and Nettie DeCara. She graduated from Haverford High School in 1962 and spent most of her career as a bookkeeper, primarily in the automotive industry. Before retiring a few years ago, Chris worked more than a decade at Rafferty Subaru in Newtown Square.
In 1972, Chris married her late husband, Albert Griffis, and they spent 30 years together at their small and charming home (“Tiny Town”) on Spring Street in Media before Al passed away. Chris later moved to West Chester, once again applying her creative eye, into the beautifully-appointed townhouse she made her home until days before her passing.
She is survived by three children, Mark Fite, Rene Jones and husband Ken, and Dean Griffis and wife Lisa; six grandchildren, Amanda, Elizabeth, Ryan, William, Thomas, and John; her sister Ann O’Neill; numerous nieces and nephews; and her beloved dachshund Buddy. She is preceded in death by her husband and parents; her brother Richard Snyder and wife Janet; and her sister’s late husband James O’Neill.
Chris enjoyed good food and socializing with family and friends. She was a skilled cook, an incredibly doting grandmother, and a youthful spirit. She loved the beach, the New York Times crossword puzzle, drawing, coloring and laughing.
A private memorial luncheon will be held in mid-November in her honor. Contributions: to the charity of one’s choice.
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