Elizabeth "Bess" Riggs's obituary , Passed away on February 1, 2025 in Dexter, Missouri

Elizabeth "Bess" Riggs

March 23, 1927 - February 1, 2025 (97 years old)

Dexter, Missouri

Elizabeth "Bess" Riggs's obituary , Passed away on February 1, 2025 in Dexter, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watkins & Sons Funeral Service

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Elizabeth "Bess" Riggs

March 23, 1927 - February 1, 2025 (97 years old)

Dexter, Missouri

Elizabeth Riggs Obituary

In loving memory of Elizabeth Riggs of Dexter, Missouri, who departed this world on February 1, 2025 at the age of 97. Elizabeth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elizabeth Riggs to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James O'Dell and Leatha O'Dell (Martin); her former husband Raymon; her children, Raymon Jr., Ronald and Linda; her granddaughter Beth Ann Smith; and her sisters, Norma June, Freida Warren and Katherine Robinson.

She is survived by: her siblings, James, Charles and Delisie Hessbein. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Watkins Funeral Homes - Dexter (301 N Walnut St, Dexter, MO 63841). A funeral service was held on Thursday, February 6th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watkins & Sons Funeral Service



Thu

Feb 06

Visitation

Watkins Funeral Homes - Dexter
301 N Walnut St, Dexter, MO 63841

Thu

Feb 06

Funeral service

Watkins Funeral Homes - Dexter
301 N Walnut St, Dexter, MO 63841

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