Earlene Frances Wiggins

Earlene Frances Wiggins obituary

Earlene Frances Wiggins

Earlene Wiggins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Metropolitan Funeral Service - Granby Chapel on Feb. 18, 2026.
Earlene Chavis Wiggins was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on July 1, 1934, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Virginia and Oscar Chavis. Earlene received her education through Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. At an early age, she accepted Christ and remained steadfast in her faith throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert L. Wiggins, Sr.; her children, Robert L. Wiggins, Jr. and Kurt M. Wiggins; her sisters, Selma Jackson and Delois Goodall; one grandson, Malcolm D. Wiggins; and two great-grandchildren, Donshae and Donte Evans.

Earlene leaves to cherish her memory her children: Kelvin G. Wiggins, Melvin L. Wiggins (Audrey), Karen L. Wiggins, Nadine G. Wiggins, and Neal O. Wiggins (Regina); 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, along with a host of relatives and friends.

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