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Lee Rigby Obituary
The attack on Rigby is presumed to have been because he was a veteran, motivated by ongoing tensions regarding the conflict in Afghanistan. Two suspects are in custody after an on-camera confession, while millions across the U.K. are shocked and saddened by the brutal attack.
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Norma Rigby Bench
December 27, 2014
I don't know if my message got through or not - my computer is acting up. My heart aches for the Rigby family, especially because my Rigby family came from England in the 1830s from Manchester area. Would someone from the Rigby family e mail me and see if we can connect family lines. Norma Rigby Bench at [email protected] God Bless.
December 19, 2013
You committed your life to your country in a way many of of us do not have the courage to do. The circumstances of your death are so inhumane it would be hard to believe possible in war let alone when you where at home. Our gratitude for your service to this country are greater than words could express. The horror you experienced is beyond imagination for most for because great men such as yourself protect everyone of us. Our love and prayers are for your family especially the widow and young son. May your son take pride in calling you His Father xXxx
suzanne davenport
July 13, 2013
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June 9, 2013
goodbye to a hero who will never be forgotten, as the lord taken him to a place of rest and peace no more pain. love Joanne Pridham and daughters Rebecca & Carly
David Threlfall
June 8, 2013
Drummer Lee Rigby you will never be forgotten you are a true hero and were a beautiful son farther and husband R.I.P
Irene Durant
June 5, 2013
My heart goes out to you and your family. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Your justice and Honour will be rewarded in Heaven.
Barry Atherton
June 4, 2013
Drummer Lee Rigby you are a true Hero of the UK and the world
You will always be in our hearts and minds
our nations stand side by side and we will not fall in respect for people like Lee and to protect our nations from evil
RIP
Frances Lewis
June 3, 2013
As a military wife, my heart aches for your family.
Andrea Farretta
June 3, 2013
To the entire Rigby family;
I am beyond devastated for all of you. I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your beloved Lee. I wish that there was something, anything that I could due to alleviate even an ounce of the pain that you are in. Please know you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers--- always.
May God bless all of you with Peace and Comfort during this time and in the days ahead.
Lanie
June 3, 2013
My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to the family of this beloved and brave soldier. Hope this verse gives you some comfort at this time. Psalm 34.18
Carolynn Baue
June 2, 2013
May God comfort your family.
Ellen Rentz
June 2, 2013
Sending thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Lee. RIP Lee Rigby, your service will not be forgotten!
June 2, 2013
My condolences to the Rigby family. (Ps. 34:17-19)
Eugenie Hughes
May 31, 2013
Rest in peace young man. My your family be comforted by our Father.
Ivan Philp
May 31, 2013
Another hero who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Thanks you for your service you will not be forgotten.
Dorothy&Jim Horn
May 31, 2013
Very sad thank you for your service and your sacrifice
Rest in peace Lee, thinking of your family at this very sad time. From Carole & Chad Chadwick
Carole Chadwick
May 31, 2013
Deborah Phimister
May 31, 2013
This was such a senseless tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this wonderful young man. Rest in Peace Lee, thank you for your service.
May 31, 2013
thoughts are with the family R.I.P.
May 31, 2013
May the love of God, friends and family carry you through your grief.
Janice Anderson
May 30, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Lee Rigby
Susan Rincon
May 30, 2013
This comes with heartfelt sorrow over your loss. Words are difficult, but know, we in America continually pray for you during this sad time. Know that God the Father, God the Son, & God the Holy Spirit will be with you and guide you during this time. In the days ahead, may you find inner peace.
May 30, 2013
my thoughts and prayers with the family, this should have not happened. your son will know his dad was a proud soldier and a great man. RIP
Katie L
May 30, 2013
Such a tragic story...my condolences are with his family and friends...no one should ever have to go through this. R.I.P Lee Rigby <3
May 30, 2013
My condolences to the family and friends of Lee Rigby. My heart goes out to his family. Such a horrible and senseless death. Our father in heaven promises to swallow up death forever. And to wipe the tears from all faces. What a wonderful hope. That of seeing our loved ones again.
Wendy Kirkwood
May 30, 2013
Rest in Peace
EUGENIA BEMIS
May 30, 2013
HOW HORRIBLE IS THIS! SUCH A HANDSOME YOUNG MAN. RIP LEE. THANK YOU FOR YOIR SERVICE. MY CONDOLENCE TO YOUR FAMILY. LIVE IN THE USA.
William
May 30, 2013
Our thought are with the family of this brave British soldier sadly lost in tragic circumstances. May he rest in peace.
May 30, 2013
RIP Lee it should never have happened,a brave young man taken too soon,our thiughts and prayers are with his family.R.I.P
Margaret and Graham Black,grandparents of a soldier.East Midlands
E T
May 30, 2013
So very sad and sorrow for this fine mans family, RIP young man.
jilli
May 30, 2013
May God hold you in his arms.
I pray for your family, and
know that your son, will grow
to be proud of his father.
May 29, 2013
Rest in Peace strong soldier...watch over us all from the kingdom of heaven...
May 29, 2013
So sorry for your loss
Bill and Joanne Hedrick
May 29, 2013
R.I.P. Lee, our thoughts and Prayers go out to ur Son and Family. u are one of God's chosen Angels now but u were taken away from your Family way too soon.
Bill and Joanne Hedrick
May 29, 2013
R.I.P. Lee, our thoughts and Prayers go out to ur Son and Family. u are one of God's chosen Angels but u were taken away from your Family way too soon.
brothers in arms from Waterloo to Woolich
unknown soldier
May 29, 2013
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.
H K
May 29, 2013
I didn't know you, but somehow I feel like I've lost a friend, I pray for you and your familyX
Darren Doyle
May 29, 2013
God bless you lad x
lisa dixon-cave
May 29, 2013
Rest in peace lee,we did not know you,but your horrendous fate has touched our lives.may god bless you and your family at such a heart breaking time.rest in peace lee x
Isobel Kelly
May 29, 2013
God luv and keep you
May 29, 2013
My thoughts are with the family, may you find comfort in Almighty God. Psalms 55:22.
J. Florida
jeanne scott
May 29, 2013
God Bless you.
Jeanne Scott
May 29, 2013
God Bless Lee, you did not deserve this.
Your death has shocked so many, God Bless you.
amy farrell
May 29, 2013
You have touched so many of our hearts. Sleep well son of England. Your son will be told what an amazing man his Daddy was and how he helped to set us all free. Mat you rest in peace now xxx
Dona MacFarlane
May 29, 2013
RIP Lee
You will never be forgotten.
Praying for you and your Family
paula jackson
May 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to all Lee's family & friends. May he rest in peace xxx
Shawn Shaffer
May 29, 2013
Heavy hearted <3 may u rest in peace n watch over ur loved ones. Truly an angel. God bless the family. Thank you for services ur truly a hero.
May 29, 2013
God Bless you and keep you and thank you for your service to your country. Deepest sympathy to the family!
H.C.
May 29, 2013
Lee Rigby Family:
I am sorry for your loss. Lee was a young man who lost his life to a senseless crime. He had so much more life to give. May friends, family, fond memories and our Heavenly Father Jehovah be of great comfort during this time of grief.
May 28, 2013
May God bless your soul, Riggers.
Cindy B
May 28, 2013
My heart goes out to Mr. Rigby's family and friends who have to try to deal with such horror and the loss of a wonderful young man. The cold, cruel brutality of his attack is difficult to comprehend and no words can take that pain away. My prayers are with you ... I hope you can find some comfort in the knowledge that people all over the globe share your sorrow and are praying for you. May Lee r.i.p.
SFC Roland & Patricia Owens
May 28, 2013
U are our hero,my husband is currently serving in afgannistan,and I truly respect you for your job well done,rest on soilder take your bow for our God is with you at all walks of your life,lil babygirl daddy love you more than life to the wife hold on for U are indeed a military wife,read psalms 23 it will get you through,love always a soilder wife.
May 28, 2013
Offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in knowing God promise that soon all wickedness will be a thing of the past. Never again will people suffer at the hands of wicked people. When you feel able to please read this promise. Psalms 37:9,10,11 and 29.
May 28, 2013
Words would be inadequate to explain how much this tragic story have changed my life. Do no take one day for granted. May God bless your family and give them the strength to go own without you. God Bless Them!
s
May 28, 2013
Thoughts and prayers with u all. Too sad.
Gerry
May 28, 2013
Sir Rigby & family: No words can be written, for they could never do you justice. Your love of country and family will outlast every vile and hateful action of others. May God bless your family as you rest with the Lord.
May 28, 2013
Sympathies and prayers to all. We can only pray that we can all learn to live together in peace. "Imagine all the people living life in peace." In the words of little Martin Richard, killed in the Boston Marathon attack. "No more hurting people Peace" God Bless
Donna K
Johnson City, NY, USA
May 28, 2013
I am so sorry for such a tragic loss, it is hard to understand what happened. May you all find comfort knowing there is a world of people out their who are touched and have you in their prayers, I am so sorry for your loss. Lee will live on in the hearts and prayers of us all. Lord comfort you all during this difficult time. Rowena Harrison Reno,NV
Mike & Greta wood
May 28, 2013
Thank you for your service to your Country, and for helping preserve our Freedoms. You are safe in the arms of The Lord now. May god Bless and watch over your family, and may He carry them through this very sad and difficult time. Our love and prayers go out to them.
Morgan Hunter
May 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
BARNFIELD
May 28, 2013
RIP LEE,OUR THOUGHT,S ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY
lynn master
May 28, 2013
God bless your family and keep them strong.
You were a hero to all good people.
Love will always conquer hate.
Brenda
May 28, 2013
May the Rigby family find comfort in your many memories of Lee and all that he meant to you. My prayers are with all of you, and I am deeply saddened that his young daughter will grow up without her father.
With Deepest Sympathy
May 28, 2013
Prayers for your family. Although I never knew you, it hurts nonetheless. What a handsome man you were. Thank you for your service. Kelly (San Antonio, TX)
Nigel Lane
May 28, 2013
Lest we forget,such a waste, thoughts to all his family& friends
kent van horn
May 28, 2013
Sending my condolences peace to you all
brian hanson
May 28, 2013
he got the shining light on us all and will be with everyone when we think of him ,an angel always
Jean
May 28, 2013
Deepest condolences to all the family. RIP Lee
May 28, 2013
To the Rigby family, I hope you will find strength in this terrible tragedy. I am so sorry you have to be put through this. God Bless you. Stay strong, justice will prevail.
Denise, Indiana USA
DeSantis Family
May 28, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rigby family.
Mar Redding
May 28, 2013
God rest your sweet soul dear soldier- There aren't any words that can describe the pain we feel for your loss- May God be w/ your wife, your beautiful children, family and friends during this such a tragic time in their lives....Justice will be served-
Thank you for your service, we salute you <3 xo, Mar & Family-
Chris Arnold
May 28, 2013
I am sadden to here of this may God Bless your family. You will see them again one day. One Vet to another
LESLIE HOLLIDAY
May 28, 2013
TWO OF THE MOST DEVASTATING LOSSES IN LIFE ARE THE LOSS OF A CHILD'S PARENT, AND THE LOSS OF A CHILD BY A PARENT. PLEASE KNOW MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. THERE ARE NO WORDS TO SAY FOR COMFORT RIGHT NOW. RELY ON GOD TO HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS, AND TO GIVE YOU STRENGTH TRUDGE THROUGH YOUR DAYS AND NIGHTS. I AM SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND YOUR HEART BREAK.
May 28, 2013
Our hearts join with yours in sorrow. May his little lad grow up to be the strong, brave, loving man his father clearly was.
P. Wiman
May 28, 2013
May your soul rest in God's loving arms. My heart goes out to the family.
Linda Barker
May 28, 2013
No wods can help the family , there is nothing no one can say . All I want you as a family / friends to know is !!! You are all in our thoughts . I do not know you , and never will , but what a cruel world we live in and I will never forget what happened to Lee . Be strong for him , and do what you think he would want you all to do . Xxx god bless you all . Mrs Linda Barker . A Mum , wife & Mother
John Da
May 28, 2013
Blessed be his memory. May The Lord of All Creation bring comfort and peace to his Loved Ones.
Cynthia Jamieson
May 28, 2013
my thoughts and prayers to the Rigby family. The loss of a child/spouse/father is never easy to get through. We can only pray that God will stop this madness that is spreading throughout the world. God be with you all and help you in the days to come.
Susan & Vince
May 28, 2013
May God give you peace & comfort during this time of sorrow. A life taken much too soon. Rest In Peace, gallant soldier.
Lee Spencer
May 28, 2013
Rest in Peace fellow Fusilier. Once A Fusilier, Always A Fusilier.
steve hancock
May 28, 2013
Just a word of sympathy to the Rigby family and friends from an American. i am praying that the Good Lord Jesus will save , bless and comfort you all in the wake of this awful crime and that He keeps Lee Rigby"s soul safe till we are all reunited in Heaven someday. remember the promises of hope in the New Testament and lean on Jesus. i wish i could do more but i hope this is some comfort to you all.
May 28, 2013
May God hold you all in his hands. Praying for entire Rigby family.
Patti
Gladstone, MO USA
May 28, 2013
My heart goes out to this family. I cannot imagine the hurt this nightmare has caused you all. May you find the strength to make it one day at a time.
Teresa
May 28, 2013
Just wanted to share scripture john3:16.36
May 28, 2013
Our deepest condolences for the Rigby family. Our heartfelt sympathies to his wife & son and family. May God carry you through this.
May 28, 2013
God Bless
Jan Schreiner
May 28, 2013
God Bless you and your family.
May 28, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
janice barbato
May 28, 2013
There are no words, only tears. This wonderful young man taken by an evil that is hideous and unforgivable. May God bless and keep your family and may he deliver us from all of this evil.
Victoria Gardner
May 28, 2013
My condolences to the family of Lee Rigby. You are in my thoughts.
Amanda Bailey
May 28, 2013
May God be with your family in your time of sorrow.
Nell
May 28, 2013
Our prayers for the family of this brave young man.
Geraldine Smith
May 28, 2013
RIP Mr Rigby. It is with sadness that I send a message of love and comfort to your loved ones. It is the willingness of others that protects the freedoms of those on the otherside of the world. We live closer than we would believe, the oceans cannot separate the pain, hurt and disbelief that bind us. We as solidiers in the Lords Army know that they have only allowed you into the Kingdom of the Most High. You are not alone in your hurt,pain, or your love, I am praying for your comfort, healing and a time for peace to return in your life. The sacrifices your loved one has given to this world are truly those that I would consider to be heroic. But My bible says "There is no greater love than that of a brother shall lay down there life for his brother".From a sister on the other side of the water, God Bless and thank you for your sacrifices to this world in trying to make it a better place. You are my hero.
Carol Campbell
May 28, 2013
This was so sad...we all feel your pain and have a heavy heart....RIP
Tami B
May 28, 2013
Please accept my deepest condolences and prayers for his familym, friends, fellow soldiers, and the UK! I could go on and on with righteous anger or give platitudes, however I just wish to let all know we grieve with you and pray for healing, peace, and comfort.
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