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Joshua RIGGINS Obituary
DANVILLE - Joshua Lee Riggins, age 27, of 1321 Piney Forest Road, Danville, died Sunday, March 15, 2009, at Danville Regional Medical Center. Born March 19, 1981, in Danville, where he lived his entire life, he was the son of Dorsey Lee Riggins of Collinsville and Bonnie Ingram of Danville. He was married to Jessica Stone Riggins. He was of the Baptist faith and, until becoming disabled, was a painter.
Survivors in addition to his wife and parents include a daughter Jayden Riggins of the residence; two sons Jaycob Riggins and Joseph Riggins of the residence; a brother Dustin Riggins of Collinsville; a sister Jessica Riggins of Danville; maternal grandparents Frances and James Ingram of Danville; paternal grandmother Bonnie Collins of Collinsville; and a niece Sierra Riggins of Danville. He was predeceased by a brother Justin Riggins who died in March 1984.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 19, at 11:00 a.m. at Swicegood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joe Hopkins officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 18, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Swicegood Funeral Home. At other times, the family will be at the residence of maternal grandparents Frances and James Ingram, 156 Spring Avenue. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Danville Life Saving Crew, 202 Christopher Lane, Danville, VA 24541.
Swicegood Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua RIGGINS
Angela Smithey
February 24, 2017
Had a lot of good times growing up with u.u was a very good friend and u always brought up memories that I would forget..I loved cooking for u and Jessica..you was a good friend to me and I love u both...rest easy my friends.i miss u both everyday..RIP
April 6, 2009
DEAR SON,
I MISS YOU SOOOOOOOO MUCH.I will do my best to be strong for everyone mom's being a little selfish i won't you back so bad,but then again i would never ask for GOD to bring you back into this old world for nothing. BE AT PEACE MY SON, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MEMORIES GOOD AND BAD I WOULD TRADE THEM FOR NOTHING,THANK YOU FOR BRINGING JESSICA INTO OUR LIVES AND THOSE BEAUTIFUL BABIES.FOR NOW YOU AND YOUR BIG BROTHER CATCH UP ON EVERYTHING ASK HIM ALL THE QUESTIONS YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO,HUG AND KISS EACH OTHER FOR MOMMIE,UNTIL I SEE YOU AGAIN.YOU TWO WILL NEVER LEAVE MY HEART OR MY MIND.I WON'T SAY GOODBYE JUST,SEE YOU LATER SON
LOVE ALWAYS,
MOMMA
Matt Stone
March 23, 2009
I don't know how to say my feelings but i can say that Josh was the best Brother-in-law I could have ever asked for and that Josh was my friend and the best damn husband to my sister and father to my niece and nephews they could have imagined. Josh, I am going to miss you and I am going to be the best Uncle Matt Jayden, Jaycob, and Joseph could have. Jess, sis, I love you with all my heart and I am the only brother you have so you know you can count on my love and support.
Jessica Nicole' Riggins
March 22, 2009
Honey I can't even begin to describe the way I feel about you. I want to thank you for my wonderful babies and the years that we got to spend together, these have been the best years of my life. Baby all of us miss you dearly and we wish we could have you back.The kids and I feel lost without you but i'm trying to be strong for the kids because they really need me right now and i promise you that they will have the best life possible and they will never forget you and what a wonderful daddy you are. We all love you DADDY!!!!!! all our love Jessie,Jayden,Jaycob,Joseph
bonnie-mamma ingram
March 20, 2009
DEAR JOSHUA
Idon't have the words to express my pain, only GOD knows,how do i go on without you,the week before you passed we had a wonderful talk about some things and that is between us but i'll never forget it you left behind three beautiful children that i will always see you in them, they will always know how much you loved them they will always be taken care of. Now I know that your in heaven walking and talking on streets of gold with your big brother i know you two have a lot to catch up on please embrace each other and let each one how much i love you and miss you both. Your sister and i have lots of good memories to talk about, you both will always be in our hearts and mind. I LOVE YOU SON,HAPPY BIRTHDAY,love alwsys, mamma
jessie danielle riggins
March 20, 2009
josh,u r my heart,my big brother,my best friend,my protecter,my comforter,my shoulder to cry on,my EVERYTHING!i cant describe in any kind of words this pain that i feel!i want u right here by my side,i need u here by my side.papas been really sick ever since we told him,u were his baby boy & u were the one who helped with papa and now i'm having to do it bymyself & that makes it even harder here without u!i know i need to be strong for everyone else,but its u thats gone & i dont think i can handle this!its always been me and you together!as long as we were together we could make it through anything!so how am i supposed to make it through this without you!i know ur in heaven sitting and talking to justin and larry and looking down on us!oh god josh!!!!this was not the plans we had for ur b-day!!we were gonna have such a good time like we always did!!i dont know if i can make it own my own!!i dont know if i can be the rock for everyone!!well big brother u knew how much i loved u and will always love untill we are reunited again,and me,u & justin will play together!!i love you and miss you sooooooooooooooooo much!but i will see u again 1 day!just know i'll do my best to hold this family together,and make sure the babies have a good life!!I LOVE YOU!c you later!
Hunter Kelton
March 19, 2009
I love you josh,with all my heart,your cousin,hunter.
Jamie Hines-Webb
March 19, 2009
To the Riggins Family: My deepest sympathy to all of u. I love u all and am here if any of u need me. Jessica Danielle, I know ur hurtin and u know I'm here for u. Jessie Stone Riggins, I cant imagine ur pain and know that ur in my prayers. With all my heart
yvonne shelton
March 18, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ann Wyatt
March 18, 2009
Jesse, I can not even imagine the hurt and pain you are feeling right now with the loss of Josh. Its unbelievable and seems so unfair. He was such a loving and special person and we all knew how much he loved you and them babies!! My heart goes out to you and the children. I just hope that knowing one day we will all get to see him again in heaven will somehow comfort you during your time of grief. I know him and Larry are catching up and laughing and having a wonderful time in heaven. Just think he doesn't have to suffer anymore and he has no worries, he is in peace, and when the shock and hurt wears down, you will know in your heart that Josh is so much better off than any of us are now. May God give you the peace and comfort that only He can give you and the children. Hugs and Kisses!!
Ann Wyatt
p.s. Happy Birthday to you in heaven Josh, we will miss you dearly!! Thank you for all you done for our family!! xoxo
Nina Rowland
March 17, 2009
Jessica, I'm so sorry for your loss. If you need anything please get in touch with me. My prayers are with all of you!!!!
Rebekah Stone
March 17, 2009
josh! i love you more then anything. you were the one to lift me up when i was down. you always made me laugh. you brought 3 of the best things into this world. dont worry jessica and the kids will be taken care of. i miss you so much. and i will see you in heaven brother in-law. i love you so much.
Rebekah<33 [sister in-law]
Terrie
March 17, 2009
Dear Jess,
I am so sorry for the loss of Josh. I want you to know that if I/we can do anything, please don't hesitate to ask...that's what family is for! We will keep your family in our prayers!
Gin Collins
March 17, 2009
Jessie, I am very sorry for your loss!! I am at a loss for words.... but if u need me, call me!!!! I will always be here for you, no matter what!!!
Richard (Stitch) Eaton
March 17, 2009
To all of Joshua's family. I am so sorry to hear about Joshua's passing. I found out yesterday (mon) after Alice told me on the phone. I haven't seen Josh in yrs and always wondered how he was doing. Michael would tell me that he would see him every once in awhile in Danville. My prayers and thoughts are with every one of you as I know he will be dearly missed..Stitch
the wyatt family
March 16, 2009
dear jessie we are all so sorry to hear about the loss of josh.we loved him very much.he was so dear to our hearts and he was part of our family.our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this trying time.im sure josh and larry are running up and down streets of gold this very moment.
michelle eanes,
March 16, 2009
Jessica, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Josh. I know you loved him so much and he loved you. Take care of yourself and the children. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Love Michelle Eanes
Kerri Wyatt
March 16, 2009
Josh,
i dont know where to start. i love you and your family so much. when yall lived right down the road from me, and i wanted to get out all i would have to do was call your phone and tell you, even at 17 years old i was scared to walk the streets of westover cause of all these rapers and stuff and soon as i would call you would walk up here just to walk me down to your house to have someone to talk to. oh man them kids love you so much, Jayden told your wife that everything would be ok Jesus was going to take care of you! and i know he is. i miss you so much Josh you use to come see us everyday and talk away while lookin in the mirror :) but i guess i'll go ahead and end it now, i love you and miss you.
P.S when my son gets old enough im going to tell him how good of a person you was and how you held him 3 days after he was born. And happy "28" birthday in heaven at least you can celebrate in a wonderful place. love you muches and bunches.
Candi Walters
March 16, 2009
Jessica, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know you loved him.
It's hard to lose some-one you love. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
kenny wyatt
March 16, 2009
Josh, you were, one of the kind hearted person,in this world, there was nothing you would'nt do for anybody that needed it! that says alot about what kind of person you were!your smile i can see still !we hung out alot be fore you moved ,and i missed that!!you need to have happy moments now with your brother, as well as mine!!your wife and kids loved you! very much and will miss you but you will never be forgotten! enjoy the streets of gold, and we wiil be there before you know it, love;kenny wyatt danville va.
april henderson
March 16, 2009
To The Riggins Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LOVE & PRAYERS,
THE HENDERSON FAMILY
Jason Ingram
March 16, 2009
Josh,
Wow…it’s hard to know what to say. You grow up, have kids of your own, move away and lose track of people that you really care about. 27 is way too early for you to be leaving us. I know you already know this now, but I never said it while you were here. Even know we were living in different places, you and your beautiful children were never far from my thoughts. I know you and Justin are doing a lot of catching now and you feel better than you ever have. So until I see you again, just know you will be missed! We will all be helping look out for your children, so have no worries your children will prosper the way you wanted as well as carry on your wonderful memory. We are all hurting right now but I can personally take comfort knowing I will see you again one day in paradise. Take care cuz and hug Justin for me. We will be together again before you know it.
Love
Jason
Michelle Sigmon Petrushak
March 16, 2009
Jessica - I do not know you and am not sure if I have ever met you. I am Michael's sister and I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you and your sweet babies. My heart goes out to you during this terrible time - please let me know if I can do anything at all for you. I will keep you and your family in my heart now and always.
Sarah Stone
March 16, 2009
Josh...you were such a GREAT person...I'll never forget all the memories we've shared. Dont worry about Jessi and the kids...they will be well taken care of.
I miss you so much already and so does Jessi. I love you big brother!!!
Love,
Sarah aka "your favorite sister in law" ;)
Jayden Riggins
March 16, 2009
Hey Daddy. I love you. I miss you. I wish you were back here with me. When Jaycob and Joseph are old enough I will tell them all about you.
Love,
Jayden
Matthew & Rachael Stone
March 16, 2009
Josh~ You will be greatly missed by so many. We're so happy we got to know you, saw how much you loved your family and we hope you're able to rest in peace knowing that your sweet Jessi and those children will be supported and looked after.
You were such a blessing to so many and you will always be in our heart.
Love and miss you so much Josh!
Always,
Your brother in law Matthew and Rachael
Sheila Ingram
March 16, 2009
Josh I love you and miss you, I already know how not having you around will be worse before the grief of losing you so suddenly subsides. I got you what you wanted for your birthday, but you didn't get to see it. I wanted it to be a surprise. Your babies have been calling you all day on my cell phone. I'm so sorry baby. Happy birthday in heaven. Tell Larry and Justin, I'll be seeing you when God calls me home. Love Aunt Sheila
yvonne shelton
March 16, 2009
May God strengthen,Your family in time like this.LOVE THE SHELTON FAMILY.
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