JAMES J. "COACH RIG" RIGHEIMER

'Rig' came to HPHS my junior year (1967). What a big personality he had. He really built up guys in a positive way... He also had quite a 'forearm shiver.' I think I must have flown 10 yards backward once when he popped me!! lol. Fond memories. ~ Gordy (Gershon) Wolf, defensive end

I met Coach Rig in 1988 when I started wrestling in the 8th grade. He gave so much to the sport and to the kids he coached. I knew nothing about the sport when I started and Coach Rig taught me to love the sport and the dedication it took. He was a great man.

Rig, always thinking of you when I need to push through a difficult task.

Coach, I’ll never forget you trying to make me a better man and wrestler. The world is a lesser place without you.

Miss his booming voice, long time neighbor, drew closer to him as time moved on

Rig, youre never forgotten. We miss that smile and the words of encouragement you always gave.

What more can I say that hasn't already been said about this great man!? I didn't even realize how much Coach Rig impacted me until until I thankfully had a chance to gain the wisdom that only comes with age and life experience. He was one of those influential personalities that any of us are blessed to have met during our time here. God Bless you and rest in peace and thank you for your life lessons, Coach Rig!

always remember matside maner - turtleneck n sportcoat ala bo shembeckler

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