Photo courtesy of Hargett Funeral Service, Inc. - Greensboro
May 4, 1961 - Apr 19, 2020 (Age 58)
I met Deerie our freshman year at WSSU. We continued to remain friends and kept in contact while I was in the Air Force and afterwards. The last time we were together was at an Earth, Wind and Fire concert in December 2002.
"But you, go your way; and rest. You shall rise for your reward at the end of the days." Numbers 12:13
Tracie (Parham) Sommerville
November 08, 2020 | Classmate
Another ribbon has been tied in heaven. RIH kind spirit.
Keith Wright
May 24, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Classmate
With the Deepest Condolences And prayer to Your family,May God Bless you and keep your family in His LOVING CARE.
RICHARD Bowden
April 30, 2020 | Raleigh, NC | Classmate
My dearest Deidra, I will miss you..
Maurice Graves
April 29, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Classmate
She was a very sweet person She and Dexter attended mine and Carolyn's wedding in 05.
Mike and Carolyn Edwards
April 27, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Friend
My condolences to the family , sorry for your loss ❤
Robin Williams Whitsett
April 26, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Friend
My condolence goes out to the family
Dewitt Mcadoo
April 25, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Friend
AS WE MOURN OUR DEARLY DEPARTED WITH MIXED EMOTIONS AND WE ARE SO BROKEN HEARTED . WE ARE NEVER PREPARED TO SAY GOODBYE. AND SOMETIMES WE EVEN ASK WHY. LOVE MS. Lorraine and family.
Pat TAYLOR
April 24, 2020 | Greensboro, NC | Friend
Prayers for the family. Rejoicing for a life well lived
Ouida Page Black
April 24, 2020 | Spartanburg, SC | Classmate
The measure of one’s life is not in the possessions or wealth accumulated over time but theirimpact on the lives of others. As we celebrate the life of Deirdre M. Riggins, we do so withfond memories and reverential adoration in our hearts.
Deirdre Mobley Riggins, the oldest daughter of Lorraine (Foster) Mobley and Richard MobleySr., was born on May 4, 1961 in Buffalo, New York, and on Sunday April 19, 2020, she transitioned to be with the Lord. Deirdre or "Deerie", as she is affectionately called by her family and friends, is the second oldest of seven children. She was raised in Greensboro, North Carolina and is a graduate of James B. Dudley High School. She briefly attended Winston Salem State University and then transitioned into the workforce as a Banker. After working in the banking and sales industry for twenty plus years, she began a career in mental and behavioral health. She cared for her clients who are diagnosed with mental and behavioral disabilities by engaging them in therapeutic recreational activities. Her position atthe nursing facility was perfect for her nurturing, energetic, and supportive character to shine.
At an early age, she accepted Christ and was baptized at Saint James Baptist Church by the Reverend Prince E. Graves. Her grandmother, Bernice L. Foster (2006) encouraged her to join the choir and engage in several church organizations. On December 25, 1989, she gave birth to a son, Duran Bailey and continued to raise him as a single mother until she met the love of her life, Dexter Riggins. After a brief courtship, Deirdre and Dexter were married on September 21, 2002. From that moment on, they built a life filled with love, honor, and respect for each other and their family.
She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother to her grandson, Ian Bailey. Deirdre was the best Sister, Daughter, and Aunt that anyone could have. She truly loved her entire family and was known to be a lively, vivacious, and caring person. She was supportive and would always come to the rescue for those in need, but she was also firm with holding people accountable to her expectations. Moreover, she always spoke her truth even when no one wanted to hear it, from her. Her witty sense of humor and in-charge personality always filled up the room bringing joy to those in her presence. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Bernice L. Foster (2006).
Deirdre’s beautiful legacy includes her husband, Dexter Riggins, mother, Lorraine Mobley; son, Duran Bailey; grandson, Ian Bailey; three sisters, Jewel Mobley, Danica Mobley, and Dacia Mobley; three brothers, Richard Mobley (Junior), Shawn Mobley, and David Mobley; nieces, Aurrielle (Cobb) Williams, Samayia Mobley, and Sade Mobley; nephews, Cameron Mobley and Christian Mobley; and a host of cousins, family, and friends.
A pubic viewing will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2020 at the Goldie Hargett Memorial Chapel, 905 E. Market Street, Greensboro from 12 pm - 5:00 pm.
Services are entrusted to Hargett Funeral Service, Inc.
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