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James Pigg Obituary

James Lewis Pigg, 89, Topeka, passed away March 11, 2016. Jim was born September 27, 1926, on the farm near Weatherford, Oklahoma to William Taylor and Arva Lee Pigg. Jim is survived by his wife of 67 years, Betty Jo Lorance Pigg, and four children: Steve Pigg (Connie), Lori Andres, Patti Palmer (Roger) and Todd Pigg (Sandy), eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Jim served with the United States Marine Corps during World War II and with the National Guard in Korea. Jim retired in 1986 as the office manager for The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Distribution Center in Topeka. During retirement, Jim volunteered his handyman skills and developed a small engine repair shop in his garage. Jim s enthusiasm for life aided him through a 30-year battle with cancer. He persevered gracefully. Jim s life will be celebrated in a memorial service at Central Church of Christ, S.W. College and Huntoon, at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 26. In lieu of flowers please donate to: Grace Hospice, c/o Robbin Ketter, 3715 S.W. 29th St., Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66614, or Tallgrass Christian Camp, P. O. Box 156, Emporia, KS 66801.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Mar. 13 to Mar. 23, 2016.

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Adele Rowland

March 28, 2016

So long to my sweet uncle. See you later in heaven.

Susie Courington

March 24, 2016

Fond memories of a wonderful man and his family

Heather WHEELER

March 24, 2016

WE SO LOVED YOU!!! WE LOVE YOUR FAMILY!! YOU WERE A GREAT MAN OF GOD!!! SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!!!!

Pam Fellers

March 24, 2016

RIP, Uncle James... You were a generous, loving, Christian man...much loved by your family... You'll be missed, but I know you're well and in the arms of Jesus...enjoying all of family who's gone before us.

Gerren Andres

March 24, 2016

Love you grandpa! I look forward to the day we get to spend more time together! Thank you for all the memories!

March 23, 2016

Happy Trails! Beloved Uncle James, I am delighted to have known you most of my life. Carroll R Deal

March 23, 2016

May your homecoming be joyful. Those of us left behind will miss your gentle and kind ways. RIP Uncle James. Judee Lyony

March 23, 2016

A man I truly admired and respected. So much love for you Uncle James.
Joyce Sinclair

barry and lori keslar

March 23, 2016

So sorry for your loss may God give your family comfort

Mike Pitzer

March 23, 2016

Debby and I dearly miss our uncle James. He was always able to bring a smile to your face either by just looking at his big smiling face or from the prank he had just pulled on you. We miss you dearly but will see you again in the arms of our Savior. Our prayers are for all left behind, especially his love of his live, Aunt Jo.

Jenny Garland

March 23, 2016

Well done, good and faithful servant.
Best Uncle ever....

Marcus Palmer

March 23, 2016

So sorry for your lost, may God bless your faimly.

MARY` HARRISON

March 18, 2016

WONDERFUL GENTLE MAN,
BLESSINGS TO HIS WIFE AND FAMILY.
LOVE
MARY E. HARRISON

Stevie Christy

March 18, 2016

as has been stated he would help anyone fix anything. He always met you with a smile and you just felt good after being with Jim and Jo. He struggled long and hard may he now rest in peace.

Stevie Christy

March 18, 2016

He met you with a smile always. As has been said, he would help anyone fix anything and I sorely missed him when they moved. He struggled long and may he now rest in peace.Jo my thoughts are with you.

Molly Coplen

March 17, 2016

My thoughts are with your family at this time.

March 17, 2016

Roger, Patti, and Family: Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob & Marcia Stambaugh

Jim & Donna Winslow

March 16, 2016

A man who could fix anything and would do it for anyone. A man who would tell you how proud he was of his children and grandchildren in his quite way, and his love for his wife was great. WHAT A GREAT NEIGHBOR! Much love to the family.

Pam Friesner (Martin)

March 14, 2016

Dear memories and shared grief for a wonderful man all around. Prayers for you all.

Letty Meek

March 14, 2016

Patti, Sorry for your loss.

Patti Palmer

March 13, 2016

Precious father, husband and friend. The gentlest man you would ever know. I love you, Dad!

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