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John Riggins Obituary

John Riggins, 70, of Draper, Va., died on Monday, October 26, 2009. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2009.

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October 28, 2009

Brenda:

I just heard today about John's accident and passing. I extend to you and all the family my deepest sympathy. If I can assist you in any way, please feel free to call me.

Joe Scroggin
RBI Territory Manager

October 27, 2009

Brenda and family, what can you say this was my uncle John a man who did what he said he would do and most of all the had a big heart that touched a lot of people but no one more than me from the time I was little until now I knew that I could always count on my Uncle John and his love. He will be missed by many, many people but none more than his family.

Love you all Diane and Kevin Cox

Barbara Mitchelson

October 27, 2009

Brenda and family, I wish I could be there with you. Uncle John will be missed. He was always bigger than life. I still laugh when I remember him staying at our house and sleeping on the pull out sofa. He just hung all out of it at the top and bottom. We thought it was funny but he sure didn't.

We are thinking about all of you and you are in our prayer.

Love Barbara & Gary Mitchelson

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