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for Phillip Rigdon
Mark, Frances and Tobie Cornman
November 17, 2005
Mrs. Beth and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God carry you though this tragedy as you continue your healing.
Andrew Norman
October 25, 2005
To the family of Dr. Rigdon,
I have just been a resident of this area for a year now. I had been looking for a good dentist, and was very happy to find Dr. Rigdon. He was always considerate of my feelings,(pain etc.) and I had nothing but good experiences when visitng his office. I lost both of my parents back in Dec. of '04, so I know a little bit of how you feel. My deepest sympathy to you all. He will be missed very much. God Bless you all.
Lois Altman-Heyn
October 20, 2005
Deepest sympathy to the entire family and the office staff. When you become overwhelmed in your loss please try to remember how blessed we all were to have known such a kind, caring and compassionate person.
Feel no guilt in laughter, he knows how much you care
Feel no sorrow in a smile that he's not here to share
You can not grieve forever, he wouldn't want you to
He'd hope that you can carry on, the way you always do
So talk about the good times, and the ways you showed you cared
The days you spent together, all the happiness you shared
Let memories surround you.
A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture a time, an hour, a day
That brings him back as clearly as though he were still here
And fills you with the feelings that he is always near
For if you keep these moments, you will never be apart
And he will live forever locked safe within your heart.
Author unknown
David and Dorothy Hill
October 19, 2005
We are saddened at the loss of Dr. Rigdon, and our sympathies go out to his family and office staff. Dr. Rigdon was a wonderful dentist and special person, we will miss him.
Katie Mathews
October 18, 2005
"Miss" Beth and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as are many others' here at the dental school in Augusta. Dr. Phillip will be missed by many in the community and surrounding area. I know he was not only a colleague of my Dad's, but more importantly, he was his friend. My thoughts are with y'all.
Love,
Katie
Jim and Gay Doles
October 18, 2005
Dear Beth and family,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We know God will hold you close in the days ahead and give you His perfect peace.
Jim and Gay Doles
Amy McMillan
October 18, 2005
Miss Beth, Chad, Little Phillip, Todd and family-You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Perry Panthers 7th grade cheerleaders
October 18, 2005
Coach Rigdon (Kristi)
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that each of us are praying for you and you family. We love you so very much and we hope that all goes well. We know that the road ahead will be rough, but please know we will be here for you throughout it all. We are all a family! God has another angel now and I promise you he is watching over you all now from heaven! Remember we love you and your family!
Love all your girls~
Rae, Halie, Jana, Haley, Ashtan, Sarah, Lizzie, Ashley A., Ashley H., Bailey, Lindsey, Samantha, Brittany, Devon, Caitlyn
WE love You Bunches!!!!
7th grade Perry Panther Cheerleaders!!
Neal & Martha Dickerson
October 17, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days.We know that your faith will keep you strong and your friends and family will provide support. May GOD'S richest blessings be with each of you always. Remember we love you.
Dr. Kananur Chandras
October 17, 2005
Dr. Ridgon was my dentist for more than 25 years at Fort Valley. He was a good person and kind to everyone. I enjoyed visiting him during my dental appointments. He cared for other persons and was always pleasant.
Dr. Rigdon was a highly educated and skillful dentist. We really miss him and his contributions. I wish and pray for his soul. Let God give peace and tranquility to his family.
Debbie Bowden
October 17, 2005
To All The Rigdon Family,
I was so saddened to hear about Dr. Rigdon's death. Words are not adequate to express my sympathy, but I just want each of you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Bowden
Debby Cross Holcombe
October 17, 2005
Beth & Family,
I'm very sadden to hear of your loss. Phillip had been my dentist for many years until I moved. Phillip was a kind & gentle man & will be missed by many. Please know we are praying for you & your family
Brian Chapman
October 17, 2005
I have not seen Dr. Rigdon in many years, but he was the first dentist that I ever saw. My memories of him are memories from my childhood, memories in which he was an extremely pleasant and nice man that was gentle and reassuring in his work. I have since measured every dentist against Dr. Rigdon and have found them all to lack the kindness that he possessed. I am in shock that he is gone and I pray that the Lord comfort you in this time of loss - My prayers will be for the family and friends that have been left behind.
Peggy (Whyte) Lewis
October 17, 2005
While living in Fort Vally many years ago Dr. Phillip looked after my teeth for me. He was so gentle it upset him that I always refused injections.(He would work extra fast.) I am so sorry to hear the news about him passing away. I have fond memories of him as my dentist.
I pray God's comfort be with the Rigdon family.
Peggy Lewis
Judy Gaultney Sanders (FVHS 1968)
October 17, 2005
I was so deeply sorry to hear about Phillip. I have probably seen him only twice since we graduated but he has been a friend for many years. He will be missed by many. God bless each of you and his love will give you strength.
michelle yingling
October 17, 2005
I am still without words to say to you,but may the special memories with your father and husband ease your pain.
Michelle Williams Yingling
Fort Valley GA
Please feel free to call me
Sharon Culpepper
October 16, 2005
Dr. Rigdon was a very dear and special man. I always enjoyed my visits to the dentist. We always shared our conservative political views and swapped stories & predictions. Not only have you as his family lost a dear & devoted man but so has his community and his profession. I have been so saddened to learn of his passing. I pray that God will hold you safely and securely in His arms, fill the void you must feel, and provide you with the peace you need now and always.
Debbie,Stan and Haley Grabanski and Justin Terrell
October 16, 2005
Beth and Family,
We just wanted you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Rigdon was our family dentist for 23 years. He is the only dentist that Justin has ever gone too. He will really be missed. We are so sorry of your loss. May God Bless each and every one of you and hold you close in your time of need.
God Bless you all.
Debbie,Stan and Haley Grabanski and Justin Terrell
October 16, 2005
Beth and Family,
We just wanted you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers . God will always be there for you. We are so sorry of your loss. May God Bless each and every one and hold you close in your time of need.
God Bless you all.
Tim, Carla Bowden & Family
October 16, 2005
Beth & Family
In our thoughts and prayers. Phillip will be greatly missed by all of us. God bless.
LOUIS LEE
October 16, 2005
DEEPEST RESPECTS FOR PHILLIP'S FAMILY. NO DENTIST CARED MORE FOR HIS PATIENTS. HE WAS THE BEST OF THE BEST.
Steve and Mary Lu Luce
October 16, 2005
Beth and family.
You are all in our prayers. Our hearts go out to you and we pray for God to give you peace.
Wendy & Michael Murray
October 16, 2005
Michael grew up knowing Dr Rigdon, not only as a Dr but a friend. They even when hunting together a few times. He worked on all his teeth. I only saw him a few times in the office, but knew he was a caring man. You have our deepest condoleces and the family will be in our prayers. May the Lord hold you in his arms.
Mike and Cindy Whitaker
October 15, 2005
Beth and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Phillip.You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless.
William Childress
October 15, 2005
Dr. Rigdon will be sorely missed by the community he loved and faithfully served. My family was deeply shocked to hear of his untimely passing. May peace replace the loss you feel now and only those happy memories remain with you.
Rodney and Amy Smith
October 15, 2005
Beth and Family-
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time-
-Rodney and Amy(Whitaker)Smith
Linda and Nathan Driver
October 15, 2005
We are so sorry to hear about Dr. Rigdon. He has been our family dentist for over 20 years. He was always so kind to us and our children. He will be greatly missed.
Coretta Bawn
October 15, 2005
Lil Phillip, Todd, Beth, Chad, & the Rigdon family, upon receiving words of Big Phillip's death I was deeply saddened and my heart immediately felt a void. Boys, your father was a WONDERFUL man who taught love and patience to all through his peaceful and tranquil demeanor. Because of HIM, my first trip to the dentist was not nearly as frightening. That was because Phillip had a natural gift of caring and was truly a compassionate father, doctor and friend to all. Although these times are difficult right now, take comfort in knowing God has embraced Big Phillip into His kingdom. Todd and Lil Phillip, know that your father will from this day forward watch over you, protect you and will continue to be proud of all that you do. He will be loved and missed by all. I pass along the prayers and sympathy from the men and women in my unit here in the middle east. Stay strong and God Bless You All. Love, Coretta
Lonnie and Shannon Smith
October 14, 2005
Please accept our condolences from the entire family. Dr. Rigdon was our dentist and friend for many years.We are truly saddened by his passing but find peace in knowing that he has gone on to a better place. Love in Christ, The Smiths
John Strand
October 14, 2005
I was very saddend to hear of Dr. Rigdons passing. I always enjoyed delivering to his office. If he was not busy he always took a moment to come back and say hello. He was one of my favorite customers and I wish I had gotten a chance to know him better!
T.J. & Ashley Gay
October 14, 2005
Dear Mrs. Beth, Phillip, Todd, Brad, Mr. Tim, Mrs. Becky, Adam, and family,
I am truly very sorry to hear of your loss. I know it has been some time since I have spoken to some of you, but I wanted you to know that you are in my and my family's prayers. I enjoyed Mr. Phillip's company and have good memories of him. He will be missed very much. Our deepest condolences. T.J. and Family
Jason & Jana Anthoine
October 14, 2005
Miss Beth, Phillip, Todd, Chad...We are so sad to hear about Mr. Phillip. I can't imagine your pain, but know that you all are loved by many and have all kind of thoughts and prayers coming your way. Mr. Phillip will be missed. All our love...
Robert Thompson
October 14, 2005
Precious Family:
The news of Phillip's death was such a shock. I have known him since we were in Fort Valley and he became our dentist when he came home from medical college. Even after moving to Tifton in '98 I continued to drive to Ft. Valley because he was the best. I just saw him a few weeks ago. Please know that many share your loss and will be doubly sure to lift you up to the Lord. The questions come, many times unanswered. The only sure answer is, "Jesus knows and is there."
Robert Thompson
Shannon Buchanan
October 14, 2005
Dear Beth and Family,
My heart goes out to each of you. Dr. Rigdon was a very caring and loving person. My family will miss him dearly. My prayers are with each of you as well as his dentist family. May God bless each of you.
Jimmy Bennett (FVHS 1968)
October 14, 2005
To the Rigdon Family:
Although we lost touch over the years, I have always thought of Phillip as one of the truly special friends from my youth. And though I made my living with words for many years, I am at a loss at what to say at a time like this. Phillip was a special person ... and I am deeply saddened by his death. My thoughts, and prayers, are with all of you.
Peter, Debbie & Laura Whyte
October 14, 2005
Dear Beth and Family,
We were so grieved to hear about Phillip. He has been our friend and a caring, attentive dentist. He will be greatly missed by each of us. Our prayers and sympathy are with you.
Beth Sledge
October 14, 2005
To the Rigdon Family and Office Staff:
My God comfort you during this time of sorrow. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Randy & Beth Sledge, Celesta Giddens, and Doug & Gaile Jones
Yvonne Park
October 14, 2005
Beth, Becky, "Miss" Anne, and family:
Daddy and I were so sorry to hear about Phillip. Please know that we will keep all of you in our prayers at this extremely difficult time.
Love, Yvonne Giles Park & Noah A. Giles
JOANNE & TALMADGE SPILLERS
October 14, 2005
Beth, it is with deep sadness and grief that I write you regarding Phillip. My family loved him so much, he was such a kind, gentle man and I know God and angels walked with him. We love you and if you need someone to talk to, please do not hesitate to call(day or night). God bless you and your family. With loving prayers.
Heather Stewart
October 14, 2005
Dear Mrs. Rigdon,
We are so sorry for your loss. You & family are in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Rigdon was a good man and he will be missed greatly.
Heather (Sledge) & Brent Stewart
Ken & Suzanne Hedden
October 14, 2005
Beth - We just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Adam Ray
October 14, 2005
Mrs. Beth, Phillip, & Todd:
I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Rigdon's passing. I have good memories of him as well as all of you. Know that my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Stephanie, Mark, Alyssa and Brienna Gisseman
October 14, 2005
Beth and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I pray God will comfort you, and hope you will lean on His strength and love through this hard time. You are much loved. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Carmela(Thaxton) Herndon
October 14, 2005
Dear Beth and family
I am sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers..Love to you all
Randy and Carla Wyatt
October 14, 2005
Beth,Chad,Phillip,Toddy,Becky,Tim and Ann.
Our prayers are with you all and we hope to see you soon.
Donna Cotney
October 14, 2005
Dr. Rigdon was our family dentist for many years. His death has left a void in our lives, not because we lost a dentist but because we have lost a friend. That was exactly how he and his staff made us feel.
May you find comfort in the many cards, visits and phone calls from those who knew him and loved him. Most importantly, know that our Savior has welcomed him with open arms.
The Cotney Family
Dorothy, Donna, Russell and Taylor
Gloria Allred
October 14, 2005
To the family of Dr. Phillip Rigdon:
Dr. Rigdon was my dentist and I would like to express my sincere sympathy to his family. May God bless each one of you at this time. He will be greatly missed.
Betty and Charles Blair
October 14, 2005
our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God Bless.
TARA SAWYER
October 14, 2005
IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
Peggy Jones Haley
October 14, 2005
Beth and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you find strength in knowing how many caring friends Phillip has. God bless you and your family.
Peggy (Jones) Haley (FV "68)
Wanda Stewart
October 14, 2005
Deepest Sympathy and Prayers
Bobbi Jones Googe
October 14, 2005
I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss Phillip both as a friend and a dentist. We always caught up on what was going on in both our families every 6 months when I went for my cleaning. My heart goes out to each of you. If there is ever anything I can do, please don't hesistate to call me.
Gerinda Lockett and Geneara Corbin
October 14, 2005
A heart felt sympathy goes to the Rigdon family. We will forever keep you in our prayers. We feel your loss and your pain. Dr. Rigdon was a wonderful and caring dentist. May God bless your family
today and forever. With deepest sympathy, Gerinda Lockett and Geneara Corbin (patients)
Wendy Rigdon Thomas
October 14, 2005
Beth, Phillip and Todd,
I don't know if you all remember me or not but I am Donnie and Sherri's daughter that lived in Roberta. Beth taught me ballet and tap when I was 5. I started bringing my son (John Michael) to Phillip about 3 years ago. I know that you all are going through a very hard time right now and I can only imagine how hard this will be for you. Just know that Phillip is in a better place now and he will always be watching over you and protecting you. I'm sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral, but know that he is with God and will be looking down on you always.
Love,
Wendy(Rigdon), Jay and John Michael Thomas
Ann Brannen Keadle
October 14, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dan&Gwen Harrelson
October 14, 2005
Sorry we can't be with you,as we are out of town.Please be comforted and know that you are in the arms of Jesus. He will help you through this.In Christ Love,Gwen & Dan
Ed and Myra Hortman
October 14, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Law
October 14, 2005
To the family, May God give you peace and comfort. Dr. Rigdon was a good friend to so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John,Julice,Joanna,Jared and John Micah Law
God’s Garden
God looked around his garden,
And found an empty place,
He then looked down upon the earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you,
and lifted you to rest,
God's garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering,
He knew you were in pain,
He knew that you would never,
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough,
And the hills were hard to climb,
So he closed your weary eyelids,
And whispered "peace be thine."
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
Author Unknown
Hoyt Clance
October 14, 2005
Thoughts and prayers are with the family
Akeana Carter
October 14, 2005
I am so very sorry to learn of Dr. Rigdons death. He was my familys dentist and we all loved him alot. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the staff of Dr. Rigdons office.
Paula and Leonard Pender
October 14, 2005
Beth, Phillip, Todd, Chad, and entire family. Our hearts go out to each of you in this time of loss. Phillip is going to be missed tremendously in our community, and without a doubt, by you, his family. He was our dentist for the past 25+ years, as well as for our children. The thing I remember most about Phillip is how he was so caring when my daughter, Christi, fell and busted both front teeth out. He took such good care of her while I stood there worried, crying, and scared she had done real damage to her permanent teeth. He was so attentive to her and to me, and the thing that impressed me the most was Phillip called our home later that night to check on Christi. I don't know of another dentist or doctor that would have done that. I'll always remember Phillip for his caring ways.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you with the comfort and peace you need now and provide you with those things you'll need the most during this time and always.
Beverly H. Hopson
October 14, 2005
God now has another Angel. My prayers are with you and your family
My Special Friend.
Amelia Jones
October 14, 2005
So sorry about your loss. Your family is and will continue to be in my prayers.
Tiffanie Knight
October 14, 2005
To the family of Dr. Rigdon. I have been a patient of his for nearly 11 years. I was very hurt when I heard the news. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Dr. Rigdon was a good and very sweet man.
Tara Chandras
October 14, 2005
I am very saddened to hear of the loss of Dr. Rigdon. He was a wonderful man with such wonderful qualities. He will be deeply missed. He is now in Heaven with the LORD.
Patti Baggarley
October 14, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Phillip was greatly respected and loved and will be sadly missed.
In His love,
Patti Baggarley
Cindy Scruggs
October 14, 2005
Becky,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Cindy Scruggs
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