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Dennis Riggs Obituary

RIGGS Dennis M. Riggs, Jr., 69, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Darlene Riggs. Mr. Riggs was a former Southern Middleweight Boxing Champion. He worked in the millwright, boilermaker and iron workers unions and also owned Bulldog Welding for a number of years. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and member of the Jacksonville Bulldog Club. Mr. Riggs was preceded in death by his son, Dennis M. Riggs III. In addition to his wife, Darlene, he is survived by his daughter, Debra Riggs; sisters, Louise Stead and Ramona Dean; brothers, Jimmy Riggs (Joyce) and Bobby Riggs; and grandchildren, Devon, Bailey, and Bridgett Harrell and Dennis Riggs IV. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22nd (TODAY) at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 1426 Rowe Ave. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 23rd at St. Patrick s Catholic Church, 1429 Broward Rd. with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Gate 6. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Dec. 22, 2013.

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Max Hord

January 22, 2014

Darlene I just learned of your loss. God bless you and your family.

Debbie Riggs

January 2, 2014

Daddy, you are my hero. You were my love and I looked forward to seeing your face EVERYTIME I walked in the house. I will love you to the MOON AND BACK FOREVER. AND I MISS YOU MORE THEN ANY WORDS CREATED. YOUR LOVING LITTLE GIRL, daughter Debbie

e weldon

December 29, 2013

I'm a little older than Dennis but remember him well as a really nice guy and a clean, flamboyant boxer. Saw him box many times at the Old Snyder Armory and I believe once at the Coliseum. Was a very popular and wholesome young man.

December 24, 2013

Rest in peace old friend, I just found out about Dennis passing, my prayers are with you all.. Anthony Adams

December 24, 2013

DARLENE: GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
LOVE,
KATHLEEN BROWN JOHNSON AND JOHN JOHNSON

Jack Strickland

December 24, 2013

Darlene; I am so sorry to hear about Dennis. Dennis and I go back a long way from the days of old Springfield. Please accept my Heartfelt condolences.

December 23, 2013

Wishing you God's peace. Thinking of you.
Bubbles

December 22, 2013

Darlene and Family, You have my prayers as you go thru this sad time.
Janet Williams

Donald & Tricia Davis

December 22, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time

Andy and Betty Andrews

December 22, 2013

Our sympathy to Darlene and all Dennis's family. Dennis is part of Jacksonville's sports history and a lot of good memories are associated with Dennis. He will sure be missed.

Earl Parker

December 22, 2013

Godspeed, Dennis.

Sincerely,
Earl Parker

Carlene Burden

December 22, 2013

Sending my Deppest heart filled Sympathy to the family, Sincerely Carlene Willis Burden

Darrell Simmons

December 22, 2013

I remember Dennis as a dedicated boxer and family man when I covered his fights for the Jacksonville Journal. He worked hard at his job and at boxing. He should be remembered in Jacksonville sports history. Prayers for Darlene, Jimmy and the whole family.

Sammy & Linda Webb

December 22, 2013

Dennis & I shared a lot of good times in our teenage years. He was always happy & smiling. He will be long
remembered. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Our sincere condolences to Darlene and the family.

wayne johnson

December 22, 2013

Sorry for your loss

December 22, 2013

Darlene I'm so sorry to read about Dennis. My heart goes out to you and your family. I willl keep you in my prayers.
Peggy Wansley

Buddy and Loretta Johnson

December 22, 2013

Dear Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. May the memories you have of Dennis help you through the days and weeks ahead.

With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Buddy and Loretta Johnson

Marty & Ted Hugo

December 22, 2013

Our prayers are with you & the family, Darlene.

John and Lorene Mizell

December 22, 2013

Dennis we will miss you. We have some really good memories with you. You were my brother-in-law for 51 years and have been a part of my life for over 53 years. Many prayers for my sister, Darlene, my niece Debbie, my great nieces, great nephew, Dennis' siblings, and all other family and friends. John and I loved you.

David Beckham

December 22, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers.

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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1426 Rowe Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32208

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St. Patrick s Catholic Church

1429 Broward Rd. , FL

Dec

23

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Evergreen Cemetery

Gate 6, FL

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1426 Rowe Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32208

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