Dr. Burton Greifer, 93

BARRINGTON, R.I. – Dr. Burton Malcom Greifer, of Barrington, passed away on Dec. 2, 2024. He was the loving husband of the late Carol Spiegel Greifer, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Fred and Pauline (Brookner) Greifer.

A graduate of the University of Rhode Island and the University of Maryland Dental School, he served in the United States Army and was stationed in Japan. Dr. Greifer had a successful dental practice in Pawtucket. Known for his ever-present smile and kindness, he enjoyed spending time at the beach, sailing, golfing, gardening, volunteering, traveling and being with family and friends.

He is survived by three children, Lauren Johnson and her husband, George, of Virginia; Jason Greifer and his wife, Brenda, of Oregon; and Karyn Giuliani and her husband, Louis, of Massachusetts; eight grandchildren; and one sister, Yvette Kahn. He was predeceased by two grandchildren and siblings, Leah Abrams and Richard Greifer.