John Riggs's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Roanoke, Virginia

John Riggs

October 14, 1926 - January 23, 2025 (98 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

John Riggs's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Roanoke, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory

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John Riggs

October 14, 1926 - January 23, 2025 (98 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

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John Riggs Obituary

The passing of John Riggs of Roanoke, Virginia, born in Kenova, West Virginia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 23, 2025 at the age of 98. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Colleen Byrd Riggs; his parents, Emery Riggs and Nancy Riggs; and his siblings, Austin Riggs, Velva Palmer, Mabel Riggs and Garrett Riggs.

He is survived by: his daughters, Vicki Adams (Frank Gordon), Nancy Ondich (Wayne) and JoAnna White (Mark); his grandchildren, Jamie Nichols, Laurin Young (Steve), Rodney Richard, Abby Rock (Darren) and Brittany Cooper (Chris); his brother Raymond Riggs (Vivian); and his sister-in-law Beth Byrd. He is also survived by 13 great- grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory



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Oakey's Vinton Chapel
627 Hardy Rd, Vinton, VA 24179

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Jan 27

Funeral service

Oakey's Vinton Chapel
627 Hardy Rd, Vinton, VA 24179

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