Roy Eugene Riggs

1966 - 2020

Roy Eugene Riggs obituary, 1966-2020, Richmond Hill, GA

BORN

1966

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel - Richmond Hill

10512 Ford Avenue

Richmond Hill, Georgia

Roy Riggs Obituary

Roy Eugene Riggs, 53, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at St. Joseph's with his wife by his side.
Roy was born in Bulloch County on September 19, 1966 and lived most of his life in Savannah and Richmond Hill. He managed various towing companies in the area. He enjoyed riding his Harley, spending time in his man cave with his friends and wifey. He was always available, supportive, and willing to help those in need. His wife called him the "Highway Hero". He loved being with his family, cooking for and entertaining them and he will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Riggs, Sr. and Vera Tilley; grandmother, Nellie Bryson; and grandfather, Josh Riggs.
He is survived by his wife, Rosa Riggs of Midway, GA; niece and nephew, Connie and Dewey Bunch; numerous grandchildren and other family members.
Memorial services will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. To share a memory or leave a condolence please visit www.carterbryanchapel.com.

Published by BryanCountyNews from Jan. 27 to Feb. 3, 2020.
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We are so very sorry for your loss Roy was a good person he will be dearly missed

Janet Edmunds

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January 24, 2020

May he rest in peace

William Brant

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January 24, 2020

Janie Funk

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January 24, 2020

Janie Chinchilla

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January 23, 2020

I love you so much dad your always in my heart your daughter Janie

Janie Funk

Daughter

January 23, 2020

I want my Dad to know how much I loved him he will be truly missed I love you Dad

Janie Funk

Daughter

January 23, 2020

Rose you are in my prayers and I love you

Vickie Sanderson

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January 23, 2020

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Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel - Richmond Hill

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Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel - Richmond Hill

10512 Ford Avenue PO Box 1717, Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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