Photo courtesy of Colonial Funeral Home of Leesburg
Leesburg, Virginia
Aug 24, 1923 – Nov 12, 2017
"JAMES G. RIGAS passed away on November 12, 2017 at his home with his beloved wife, Mary. “Jim,” was born in New York and volunteered in the U.S Army in December 1942. Graduated military intelligence school, Camp Ritchie, Maryland and was assigned to HQ 82nd Airborne, Division (G2) London,...
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V-E Day Observance at the WWII Memorial ~ May 8, 2017
Jim's participation in the commemorations at the WWII Memorial will be greatly missed by many. He was a lively presence and a true inspiration to all of us. The Friends of the National World War II Memorial sends its condolences to the family of this great man.
Holly Rotondi
January 08, 2018 | Washington, DC | Friend
The best member of the 82D ABN ASSOC WDC Chapter - You Will Be Missed
Jim - You Will be Missed by all your friends and troopers of YOUR 82nd Airborne Division Association, Washington DC Chapter. SIR - AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY!
Mike Lonetto
January 05, 2018 | Burke, VA | Friend
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 16:15*
November 26, 2017
Our prayers are with your family Jim you are forever loved and missed. we will always remember the amazing kind hearted man we will never forget you all our love Donna, Michael & Nicholas St Pete Beach Florida
donna miller
November 16, 2017 | St Pete Beach, FL
May his memory be eternal...
Pete Margaros
November 16, 2017 | Sealston, VA
On behalf of AHEPA Chapter 542, we offer our most deepest condolences for one of our AHEPA Brothers. He will always be remembered and honored.
AHEPA Chapter Chapter 542
November 16, 2017 | Sterling, VA
Uncle Jim, not only a great man, but our "best man" in 2001--we have shared many great times with you and I love you as does your nephew Phillip and great niece Natalie. What a wonderful life and legacy.
Kim Kempf
November 16, 2017 | Falls Church, VA
Mrs. Mary Rigas and family,
I will always have a special spot in my heart for you and Mr. Rigas. I worked with both of you in Rosslyn, Va. Many years ago. May God Bless you always, May Mr. Rigas rest in peace.
Sherril Thomas
Sherril Thomas
November 15, 2017 | MD
South Lynn
November 14, 2017 | Darnestown, MD | Friend
