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Lola Riggs Obituary

Lola H. Riggs 1919 ~ 2006 On December 26, 2006, Lola passed from this life into the next. She died in American Fork, Utah. She was born to Joseph and Ethel Davis Humpherys on September 13, 1919 in Thayne, Wyoming. She married George Seers Riggs May 18, 1949 in the Salt Lake City, Temple. He preceded her in death, June 6, 1979. She retired from Salt Lake School District where she was employed 22 years. She was active in the LDS Church. She served missions to the New England States and Philadelphia Missions. She also served a two year genealogical mission in Salt Lake City. She served in several church positions, mainly as an organist. She was best known for her humor, compassion, humility, genuineness and ability to love and care. She was the youngest of nine children and was the last to return to her Heavenly family. A son Kay L. Riggs (Carrie) of Layton, and a daughter, Linda Davis (Don) of American Fork survive her. She had five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank IHC Hospice for the tender care given to Lola and her family. The funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the Hillcrest 3rd Ward Chapel, located in American Fork, Utah at 1120 North 150 West. A Viewing will be held just prior to the funeral from 9:45 to 10:45. Interment will be in the Salt Lake City, Cemetery under the direction of Anderson & Sons Mortuary.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Dec. 28, 2006.

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Shamainne Mills Belnap

December 29, 2006

I have known Lola since I was a little girl and always enjoyed hearing her play the piano and organ. I would see her in church and she always had a smile. She will be missed.

Tammie Vernon Mundinger

December 29, 2006

My heart felt sympathies go out to the family. I really enjoyed the time I had to know Lola and enjoy her musical talents at the piano. She played so smooth and angelicly. I will miss her. Salt Lake Rose Park 2nd Ward member.

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