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Paul Driggers Obituary
Colonel Paul N. Driggers, Jr. USAF (Ret.) went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 9th in Tallahassee, FL. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his three children and a beloved family member.
Col. Driggers was born October 7th, 1941 to Paul and Myrtle Driggers (Adams) in Bennettsville, SC. He graduated from Bennettsville H.S. in 1959, St. Andrews Presbyterian College in 1963 with a BA in Business and Golden Gate University in 1974 with an MBA.
Col. Driggers was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1964. During his long and distinguished military career, he held a number of posts, including a tour in Vietnam and serving as the Base Commander of three Air Force bases in the US and abroad. Col. Driggers retired from the Air Force in 1991. He then began a career with the FL Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, where he retired in 2008 as the Director of the Division of Standards.
Col. Driggers was the father of three and the grandfather of nine. He is survived by his son Keith Driggers, daughters Kathryn Peo (Lyle) and Kelly Pfeiffer (Bill) and his grandchildren Samuel, Jack and Mary Driggers, Henry and Riley Maynard and Emma Peo, and step-grandchildren Will, Reagan and Grace Pfeiffer, all of Tallahassee, sister Betty Carolyn Bullard (Driggers) of Bennettsville, SC and niece Gina Bullard of Surfside Beach, SC. Col. Driggers is also survived by the mother of his children, Carole Driggers of Tallahassee. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Melvin Bullard, Jr. of Bennettsville, SC.
A funeral Mass will be held for Col. Driggers at 10:30 am on Friday, May 19th at the Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas Moore, 900 W. Tennessee St., Tallahassee, FL. Burial will be at noon at the Tallahassee National Cemetery, 5015 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL.
Kelly Barber of Bevis Funeral Home (850-385-2193, www.bevisfh.com ) is assisting Col. Driggers' family with their arrangements.
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Randy Starnes
May 20, 2017
I remember working with him at Ft Lauderdale College. He was the best Dean we ever had. His shoes were always immaculate. I am deeply sorry for you loss.
Karen Smith
May 19, 2017
It was my honor to have met Paul about 10 years ago and talk with him over coffee at Starbucks, and to get to know his family better over the years. His daughter, Kelly, has become a sweet friend, and I will always cherish his stories and life lessons. Amazing when you stop to get to know someone, he touched my life and became a friend. In my mind, every time I walk into Starbucks, he will be sitting right there. Much love to the entire family.
Regenia Lee
May 16, 2017
I worked with Paul at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. My sincere condolences to the family. He was certainly a man of honor and his service to our Country was very much appreciated.
May 16, 2017
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
James & Linda Zera Family
May 15, 2017
Condolences to the entire Driggers family from the Zera family up in New England. Know that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time. May Paul Rest In Peace!
Jennifer Lyons
May 15, 2017
I didn't know your father. I met you in the ICU waiting room. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you all and Col. Driggers Rest In Peace.
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