James Riggs Obituary
James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose love for his family was evident in everything he did. He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl Riggs; daughters Lisa Lee of Holly Lake and Amber Meade of Denver, Colorado; grandsons Zachary Riggs, Caden Smith, Johnathon Werner, Ethan Ferris, and Evan Ferris; granddaughter Shelby Werner; and great-grandsons Kaison Clark and Juni Tippett.
He is also survived by his mother, Francis Tedder of Mineola; sister Deborah Peek and husband Curtis of Mineola; and sister Sandra Leask and husband Kelly of Kemp.
James was preceded in death by his father, Garland Riggs Jr.; his brother, Fred Riggs; and his son, James Michael Riggs.
James will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
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