Jackie Ralph Rigsby Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jackie Ralph Rigsby of Smithville, Tennessee, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 9, 2025 at the age of 90. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jackie Ralph Rigsby to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Martin Luther and Sallie Ann Pack Rigsby; his wife Frances Rigsby; his daughter Lori Ann Nokes; and his siblings, Ruby Cook, Elijah Rigsby, Willie Rigsby, Grady Rigsby and Elzie Rigsby.
He is survived by: his son Jackie Darrell Rigsby of Smithville; his grandchildren, Joe Rigsby (Brandy) of Lebanon, Calab Rigsby of Clarksville and Emma Alverson (Brad) of Smithville; and his great grandchildren, Alice Alverson, Alexis Barnes, Ethan Barnes, Bodhi Rigsby, Easton Rigsby, Towa Rigsby, Rukia Rigsby and Sora Rigsby.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, June 11th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, June 12th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the DeKalb Funeral Chapel (863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166). A funeral service was held on Thursday, June 12th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Thursday, June 12th 2025 at the Jefferson Cemetery.
In addition to flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J Fox Foundation or Lighthouse Christian Camp in memory of Mr. Jackie.
