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Katie Wiggins Obituary

Katie O'Ray Wiggins, 71, of Williamsburg passed away on September 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Davis Wiggins. Katie was a member of Olive Branch Christian Church in Newport News, Va.
She is survived by her daughters, Mischelle Callamore (Randy) and Andrea Kappes; sons, Andrew D. Wiggins, III (Brandy) and Andrew Michael Wiggins (Erin); 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; mother, Dorothy Boykin; and sister, Diane Boykin.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 - 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 7, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, Va. 23188. A service will take place on Sunday, September 8, at 2 PM at Nelsen Funeral Home with Interment following at Williamsburg Memorial Park. Online condolences may be offered at www.nelsencares.com.

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Published by Virginia Gazette from Sep. 7 to Oct. 6, 2013.

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Janice Kirby Baxter

September 7, 2013

I haven't seen Katie in years, but I remember her as a wonderful person. My deepest condolences to her family and friends. I know she will be missed

Janice Litton

September 7, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for the entire family of Katie Wiggins. May your memories be the salve that relieves the pain of loss.

Wanda Johnson

September 7, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family of Ms. Katie, God be with you all

Rhoda Wilson

September 6, 2013

Mischelle, I am sorry to learn of your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Tina Wiggins

September 6, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.. My deepest condolences to you all.

September 6, 2013

To all the Wiggins family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Jack and Donna Shutter

Pam Jackowski

September 6, 2013

Mischelle, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, along with the rest of your family. Your mom was such a strong lady, and a fighter. You all were so dedicated to taking care of her, and I know you will miss her dearly. Keep your sweet memories close to your heart, and she will always be with you.
Love you,
Pam and Mark Jackowski

Julia Brammer

September 5, 2013

Andrea and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss your Mom. She is now in heaven reunited with your Dad. If there is anything I can do for you or your family, I am only a phone call away! Love you always!

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