James Doris "Nookie" Briggs's obituary , Passed away on September 23, 2025 in Morganfield, Kentucky

James Doris "Nookie" Briggs

November 5, 1954 - September 23, 2025 (70 years old)

Morganfield, Kentucky

James Doris "Nookie" Briggs's obituary , Passed away on September 23, 2025 in Morganfield, Kentucky

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mason Brothers Memorial Chapel

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James Doris "Nookie" Briggs

November 5, 1954 - September 23, 2025 (70 years old)

Morganfield, Kentucky

James Doris Briggs Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Doris Briggs (Morganfield, Kentucky), whose life came to an end on September 23, 2025 at the age of 70, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Doris Briggs or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sylvester Collins and Frances McGuire Briggs Collins; and his siblings, Louise Covington, Timothy L. Briggs and Joel David Briggs.

He is survived by: his children, Mary Briggs of Henderson, KY, Breanna Marshall of Morganfield, KY, Jason Briggs (Doreen) of Flint, MI, Jacob Stewart (Nicole) of Harrisburg, Justin Briggs of Sullivan Co, James Briggs, Jr. and Jordan Briggs of Henderson, KY; his siblings, Mable Briggs Johnson (Clem) of Morganfield, KY, Monica Perry (Chris), Shirley Jobe (Tim) of Henderson, KY, Stella Collins of Morganfield, KY, Floyd L Briggs of Indianapolis, IN, Jerald Daniel Briggs (Ken) of Indianapolis, IN and Thomas Christopher Collins (Kathy) of Norwalk, CT; his aunt Dorothy McGuire of Indianapolis, IN; his uncle Ronald Kent; and his sister-in-law Rita Briggs of Henderson, KY. He is also survived by 23 grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Carr's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church (628 W Main St, Morganfield, KY 42437).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mason Brothers Memorial Chapel



Sat

Oct 25

Memorial service

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Carr's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
628 W Main St, Morganfield, KY 42437

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