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David Liggins Obituary
ORRVILLE: David Earl Liggins, 57, of Orrville, OH passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at University Hospitals of Cleveland. He was born on April 9, 1958 in Fremont, OH the son of Tommie Lee and Clover (Lee) Liggins, Sr. He was a 1976 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and attended University of Arizona.
David married Debi Skaggs on May 28, 1998 and she preceded him in death on May 23, 2013. David had previously worked for an Airport in Tucson, AZ, the Juvenile Detention Center in Smithville, OH and Tampa, FL and the Sandusky County Sheriff's Dept. He also coached football at various Universities.
David played football at the University of Arizona where he was an All American and MVP of the 1979 Fiesta Bowl and team MVP in 1980. He was also inducted into the Fremont Ross Hall of Fame, 1st Team All Ohio, and ran track and pole vaulted. David enjoyed singing and loved everybody. He also owned David Liggins Racing LLC.
David is survived by his daughter, Tia Alleman, Wooster, OH; step children, Steve Siedel of Ohio and Trina Galbreath-Collins, Mansfield, OH; mother, Clover Liggins, Fremont, OH; siblings, Tommie L. (Brenda) Liggins, Jr, Carbondale, IL, Beverly Liggins, Mary "Lulu" Liggins, Larry Liggins, Harry (Terri) Liggins, Christopher Liggins, all of Fremont, OH, Barbara Peoples of Arizona; grandchildren, Sophia, Nick, Alyssa, Adrian, Nolan, Josiah, Issiah, Michael and Autumn; best friend, Candice King, Tucson, AZ; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
He was preceded in death by his father, Tommie Lee Liggins, Sr.; wife, Debi Liggins; cousin, Nettie Lee; grandparents.
Memorial Service: Saturday, January 16, 2016; Noon at Hayes Memorial United Methodist Church, 1441 Fangboner Rd, Fremont, OH with an hour of visitation prior to the service at the church. Bishop Mark Conley will officiate.
Memorials: To the family.
Online Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.whhfh.com Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Liggins
Fred Bledsoe
January 6, 2023
David was a great teammate who was always positive on and off the field. David, you are missed, but still loved.
Linda McGilton
January 7, 2022
I can still see David's beautiful smile. I can still hear him singing His Grace is Greater than our Failures, His peace runs deeper than our pain.... I know David is singing to Jesus
March 29, 2016
Lord I just saw this...God Bless the Liggins family!!! David and Harry & Larry were part of my baseball and football life. David was an awesome guy he will be missed!!!! God Bless You Harry & Larry and the rest of the Liggins, you are a good family. Please feel free to contact me on facebook Mark J Reeves or at [email protected]. GOD BLESS YOU ALL..... I am sad David is gone.
February 6, 2016
I am so sorry to hear this. David was a good brother and he will be missed. I was so proud when big brother intercepted that pass in the Fiesta Bowl. God bless.
Derek Isaman
Bill BURKETT
January 16, 2016
Tommie Lee and family - I would like to extend my sympathy to you and your family. I remember David's big smile as a junior high football player when we were on the varsity.
mark lance
January 14, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the Liggins family. David was a good friend and racing buddie. Will miss him very much.Double checker flags for you buddie!!
Brenda Hathaway- Dolweck
January 14, 2016
Dave and I were classmates... he was always so fun to be around... we had a great time in school... so sorry to hear of his passing..God's Peace be with you all.
Dallas Leake
January 14, 2016
Condolences to the Liggins Family. Sorrow for your loss
Gloria Parks
January 13, 2016
My prayers go out to the Liggins family gone but he will never be forgotten Gloria Parks
Michele Hergesheimer
January 13, 2016
Prayers going out to the Liggins Family. Rest in Heaven David
Teri (Lilley)Mike &Teri Dickman
January 13, 2016
David,He went horse back rideing one day & he ended up underneath the Horse LOL but was not hurt ! In school and growing up we had alot laughs & fun together for sure.We stayed in contact over the years & yes will be missed,But he really is not gone he is with our Jesus and He can sing in Heaven and worship our King!David we both have many loved ones where you are*smiles* part of my family in Christ love to you and family /hugs ma Liggens :)
Terrance K & JoeAnn Pettiford
January 13, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Linda McGilton
January 13, 2016
David was a wonderful friend. He has been apart of our family for about 45 years. He use to sing me this song when I would be down. It went, His grace is greater than our failures, His peace runs deeper than our pain, if we go to Him for mercy, our hearts can rest assure, that our lives are safely in His hands. I can still hear him singing it. I love you David!!
Aida Valle
January 13, 2016
Prayers r with u always..much love
DON&CHRIS BURKEY
January 12, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
The Hines/Carter Family
January 12, 2016
Our heartfelt condolences to the Liggins family. May you find comfort in your memories of David...God bless you !
charlene fisher
January 12, 2016
What a man David was! The smile, the personality, and the voice!
May God give you Mrs. Clover, Tommie, Barbara, Beverly, Harry, Larry, Lulu and your families, his comfort and peace, today tomorrow, and forever.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Sam Davis and Family
Nicole Pettiford~Patterson
January 12, 2016
My condolences & prayers go out to the Family
Fred Bledsoe
January 12, 2016
I played football with David at the University of Arizona, and it is not an exaggeration to say - rare was the athlete who had the talent, as well as the dedication and; above all, the love for his teammates, coaches, trainers, equipment managers, and athletic department personnel, that David had. David's memory will last a lifetime for those who had the privilege of calling this man "friend". Bear Down, David. You held the rope for all of us.
Constance (Connie) Burel
January 12, 2016
There are so many wonderful memories I have of David, from the days on Front St., Hayes Elementary, Fremont Jr. High and Ross High, we remained good friends!!! An how can I forget the countless hours singing in church!!! David is one of the kindess men I've ever know and he will be greatly missed!! The heavens rejoice as my brother and friend entered the gates to eternal life and oh what a reunion there must have been with his Dad, Deacon Liggins and his wife!! To the Liggins Family, I love you all and I am so sorry I cannot be there to celebrate my friend David, but I send my love and prayers!!
Fayette Ali
January 12, 2016
I m so sorry for your loss praying for the family love you all
Terry Baer
January 12, 2016
May god comfort your family during the loss of David.SC Racing 9x team members.
Jerry Ruland
January 12, 2016
I harbor fond memories of time spent with David and his brothers both on the football field and off. RIP my friend and brother.
January 12, 2016
To the LIGGINS family. I am very sorry for your loss. DAVID was supper person and athlete. Dick Sherman. Ret A D
Bill Bray
January 12, 2016
David was a dear, dear friend who was more like a brother. I will miss him and think of him often. Until we meet again!
Lori Walker
January 12, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort his family and friends.
Larissa Liggins-Simpson
January 12, 2016
My Uncle was bigger than life always had a story and a smile. He never met a stranger along his journey. My heart and family are truly missing a great piece of what made us a Liggins. I love you Uncle David.
Sue Luangraj
January 12, 2016
I will miss talking to Dave. I was always able to make him laugh even when he was having a bad day!
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