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Gary Riggs Obituary
He is survived by his son Mathew Grabowski of Romeo, Mich.; brothers, James Riggs (Linda) and Kevin Riggs (Anita). He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Grace Riggs; and sister Sharon Olean.
Gary attended Stonington High School and later pursued a career as a car salesman until his retirement.
All services for Gary will be private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Riggs
Matthew Grabowski
March 19, 2024
My father I grew apart in the latter part of his life. I was happy to reconnect even if they were under unfortunate circumstances. I remember the last time I talked to him over the phone, it was over a two hour conversation. I´m glad that when he passed we had made amends and had no anger in our hearts, just love.
Gary and me on day of birth of our son, and our son, Matthew Alexander baptism with grandpa Raymond, and great grandma, Bernice, and Debra and my mom Patricia and many little pictures of Patrick These are beautiful memories for us. And made Gary very happ
Sandra Grabowski
March 14, 2024
This is a special day for me and Gary the day Matthew was born May 4, 1990 and the day that Matthew was baptized
in July , with grandpa Raymond and great grandma Bernice, and aunt Debra and uncle Jim we chose as Matthew alexander’s godparents 1990-1992 in Connecticut.
Sandra Grabowski
March 13, 2024
Gary celebrating Matthew`s birthday in Connecticut father, and son
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary would always bring Matthew to Grandpa Charlie and Grandma Evie and Grandpa would ride him while cutting the grass Matthew loved that so much, in Connecticut
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary and his son Matthew with Aunt Sue and cousin Joey at Farm in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Sandra,Gary and Matthew with cousin Bryan at zoo in Grandrapids Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew at a park in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew and Matthew´s friends in Michigan Gary was always smiling and fun
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary , Sandra and their son, Matthew Alexander in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary visited friends in Connecticut
Sandra Grabowski
February 22, 2024
Gary took this picture of Grandma Evie and Grandpa Carlie Riggs with his son Matthew Alexander in Connecticut
Grandpa Raymond,Sandra,Matthew and Gary
Sandra Grabowski
February 21, 2024
Michigan on my sisters farm Grandpa Raymond, Sandra, Matthew and Gary
Sandra Grabowski
February 21, 2024
Your always have a special place in my heart Gary
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Matthew`s dedication day at Assembly of God Church in Connecticut Gary and Sandra and baby Matthew also pastor of church.
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
This was the last photo taken of you and Matthew.I remember taking this pic like it was yesterday.Life sure goes by in a blink of an eye just like my Grandma used to tell me in my younger years.This pic will be cherished,you came to Michigan and it was a beautiful visit for you and your son
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
We were married, we had a child together Matthew Alexander our son, we were divorced that was sad but I will always remember what you always told me. You told me Love never dies but hate and anger do. How true that is and was with us and your son. Love was always alive and that never died, your son and I are proof of that. We talk to you so often and that will always be cherished. You were a good friend to me Gary, your son's love for you never died, and we will always cherish the Love, we loved you Gary and that will never die we are both hurting since you passed, and it will take time for us to heal because truly Love never dies
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
This was the best day of my life the day our son, Matthew Alexander was born a day that I will cherish forever May 4th 1990 Gary ,Sandra our baby Matthew
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Sandra and Gary
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Gary Alexander Riggs 1999 in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 18, 2024
Gary and his friend Joe 1999 in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 15, 2024
Gary at my little sister Linda´s wedding with my mom Patricia and niece Kaitlyn.Gary was helping my sister Linda with wedding dress Gary was always thoughtful like that
Sandra Grabowski
February 15, 2024
Sandra. Gary and Linda Grabowski
Sandra Grabowski
February 15, 2024
Dave and Sharon Pasciak with Sandra and Gary
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Gary holding his son Matthew on a horse at my sisters farm in Michigan
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Gary with his mom Grace and Matthew his son
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 14, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew Alexander
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
1999 Matthew and Gary playing around having fun.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Peach festival in Romeo Michigan 1999 Gary with Matthew.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Gary with the Grabowski Family at Stoney Creek in Michigan July 1999.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
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Sandra Grabowski
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Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
August 1998 Connecticut seafood was a highlight for both Gary and Matthew can´t live in Connecticut without loving seafood once again great memories for Matthew with his dad.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
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Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
May 1998 Gary and Matthew enjoying mussels and than lobster together in Connecticut.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
May of 1998 Gary took Matthew on a trip to New York City Gary even bought Matthew a souvenir of the statue of liberty ,Matthew still has souvenir this trip was a great memory for Matthew.
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 9, 2024
1998 in Connecticut Gary and Matthew.
Sandra Grabowski
February 8, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 8, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 8, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 8, 2024
Gary and Matthew enjoying Father and son time Gary holding Matthew´s cat,Gary loved cats he had one in Florida he loved very much sent me photos of his cat a few times.
Sandra Grabowski
February 8, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew ,Joann and Sandra in Michigan dinner at Joann´s home
Susan Sears
February 8, 2024
So sorry for you loss Sandra and Matthew praying for you both as you go through this.... I do remember a funny memory I almost got sick from eating lobsters as your dad taught us to cook them and shared the best places to get them with us. It was a fun vacation out there to Connecticut..
John Bodnar
February 4, 2024
I had the privilege to work with Gary in the 80's and early 90's. We became good friends and spent many weekends together with friends and wives. I don't think we ever stopped laughing when he was around. Rest peacefully my brother, I'll see you on the other side.
Sandra Grabowski
February 3, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 3, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 3, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Many Memories with Matthew and his father Birthday parties for Matthew, and visiting Grandpa Charlie in Connecticut
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
February 2, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 31, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 31, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 31, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 31, 2024
Matthew Alexander and Gary Alexander Daddy and son
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Matthew loved seafood and Gary always made sure he had it during their time together.Matthew was afraid of the lobster in pic but not when it was time to eat them he still loves seafood. nice memories Father and son
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 30, 2024
Gary love to take his son on the ocean it was a special time for Gary and his son Matthew
David & Sharon
January 20, 2024
We remember Gary being fun and witty. Also, a successful car salesman. Matthew and the Riggs family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew
Sandra Grabowski
January 20, 2024
Prayers for my son Matthew this has been very difficult for him and Kevin and Jimmy and Anita and Linda , Gary you will always have a special place in my heart RIP love ,Sandra
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Gary with his son Matthew Alexander
Sandra Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Matthew with his father Gary Riggs and Grandma Grace and his mom Sandra
Linda Grabowski
January 19, 2024
Matthew sorry for the loss of your father And all family is in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Linda
Norris Burdick
January 19, 2024
I knew Gary for quite some time but loss touch over the years he was a great guy. To his family my condolences. I was going thru old pictures and have been keeping this picture on my desk. If I van get his son's address I will mail it to him.
Pierre W Gouvin
January 18, 2024
So sorry to learn of Gary´s passing. Sorry for the loss. I hadn´t been in touch with Gary for many years, but he was a great friend to me and my family when I was growing up in Pawcatuck. He taught me how to drive a car, and for that alone I will be ever grateful for his friendship. Great man he will be missed.
K
January 18, 2024
Gary was always a great friend. he was there to listen when I was going through something. we had a lot of fun around Mystic and he always made me laugh. such a funny guy! lost touch since he went to Florida. He will always hold a special place in my heart as my first true friend.
Catherine Gouvin
January 17, 2024
Dear James, Kevin and Chuck, please accept my condolences on the loss of your brother.
I will always treasure happy memories of Gary from St Michael School to dancing at the Knickerbocker and later buying my first car from him. He was a talented artist and a good friend for many years. May he rest in peace
Eric Gouvin
January 17, 2024
Rest in peace, Gary. You made me laugh, you made me think, you sold me my first car. I will remember you with great fondness.
Pauline A Gouvin
January 17, 2024
Early memories when we were kids, Gary brought the Beatles Sargent Pepper album to No. Stonington rd so we could play it.
He also taught me how ro drive a stick shift up and down the hills in Westerly. Lost track of him over time but I remember the fun we had!
Steve Gaska
January 17, 2024
Jim, sorry for your loss.
Debra
January 17, 2024
Gary had a quick wit and always made me laugh. You will be missed.. Rest in peace
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