Rev. James Riggleman

Reverend James Paul Riggleman, Sr., also known as Jim, age 80, of Bobtown, PA, was received into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 26th, 2025.
Jim was born May 12th, 1945, in Morgantown, a son of the late Ray Paul and Virginia Dare Riggleman.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Diana Pack Riggleman; four children, James Riggleman, Jr. (Sherrie) of Dilliner, PA, Deanna Self (Bob) of Bobtown, PA, Rebecca Schaum (Rich) of Bobtown, PA, and Lisa Pecjak (Mike) of Dilliner, PA; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and several siblings.
Jim had many jobs throughout his life preaching at his church for many years, working at the steel mills and coal mines, and as a truck driver. His passion was playing guitar and other instruments, and Gospel Music. Jim was also quite the entrepreneur. He loved working on cars, as well as buying, refurbishing them, and reselling them. But his greatest love of all in life was his wife, as they held hands to the very end.
Friends may join the family to honor Jims life and legacy at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Westover (304-292-9494) on Wednesday, October 1st from 1:00 pm -3:00 pm and 6:00 pm -8:00 pm, and again on Thursday, October 2nd from 10:00 AM
Until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 am officiated by Pastor Titus D. Anderson. Interment will immediately follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Taylortown, PA.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating directly to the funeral home to assist with Jims final expenses by calling 304-292-9494.
Condolences and other gifts of comfort may be offered at www.smithfcc.com.