R. H. “Billy” Griswold, 86, passed to his heavenly reward on Friday, December 5, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Billy is survived by Becky Gould Griswold, his wife of sixty-three and a half years, his sons Tim (T. J.), and Ricky (Debbie), six grandchildren Elizabeth (Evan) Kohen, Traylor (Briana), Christian (Abigail), Collier (Aselyn), Cameron (Kayla) Griswold, Caitlin (Jacob) Patterson, 13 great grandchildren, one sister, Shirley Hines, a brother-in-law, Charles Gould, sisters-in-law Linda Gould and Myra Currier, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ira and Emmie Lee Griswold, his brother I. W. Griswold, sister-in-law Catherine Griswold, and brothers-in-law L. C. Hines and Dr. Vincent Currier.
Billy was born and reared in New Brockton, Alabama. He served in the National Guard. He understood the value of hard work. In his earlier years he barbered at Ft. Benning, Georgia and in Phenix City, Alabama, where he met the love of his life. After moving to Dothan, he was a building contractor with L. C. Hines and R. H. Griswold Homebuilders. Billy was a faithful member of Cloverdale Baptist Church where he served as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and served on the building committee and several other committees over the years.
Billy dealt courageously with Parkinson’s Disease for many years. While at home he took joy in the company of his friends, family, and his great grandchildren, who affectionately called him “PaPa.” Our family is grateful for the exceptional care given by hospice nurses, Joyce Ellison and Allie Argentina at Gentiva Hospice. Their patience, kindness, and dedicated care helped our family navigate a difficult time, ensuring our loved one’s comfort and care.
Funeral services will be led by Rev. Vann Cooley and Rev. Alan Bryan at Ward Wilson on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 2:00p.m., with visitation at 12:30p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow at Memory Hill Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Christian Griswold, Collier Griswold, Traylor Griswold, Cameron Griswold, Evan Kohen, and Jacob Patterson.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in his memory to the Cloverdale Baptist Church Building Fund, 806 Dexter Street, Dothan, AL 36301 or The American Parkinson’s Disease Association at www.apdaparkinson.org
