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Walter Riggs Obituary
81, of Sahuarita passed away peacefully July 19, 2019. "Wally" was born on April 17, 1938 in Carrizozo, New Mexico to Walter T. and Anna Macdonald Riggs. Wally is survived by his wife of 46 years, Ellie Riggs; children, Walter Stephen Riggs of Tucson; Keri Anne Riggs Smith (Joe) of Chandler; Kenneth Walter Riggs of Sahuarita; and his daughters through marriage, Kimberly Beth Friesen of Round Rock, TX; and Kathy Lynn Pyle of Midland, TX. Grandchildren, Joshua Riggs (Mari), Kyle Slouha, Ryan Slouha, Peyton Clay (Zeke), Walter Riggs II, Jackson Smith, and Baron Smith. Great-grandchildren, Jacob Riggs, Emilee Riggs, Aidan Slouha, and best friend for 74 years, Marvin Pfeiffer. Wally is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Janie Boss and son, Donald Riggs. Wally owned and operated Wally's Auto Repair in Tucson for 27 years. There will be a viewing followed by a gravesite ceremony on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, 9:00 a.m. at Funeraria del Angel South Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL.
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Marsha Johnson-Work
August 23, 2019
I continue to keep you in prayer for the comfort that only God can give.
Sue and Jim La Posada
July 23, 2019
Dear Ellie, We just learned of Wally's passing and are praying for you and the family. May the love, strength of Jesus be your comfort at this time of change.
Art Van Coillie
July 23, 2019
I'm sorry to hear of Walt's passing.I have
many good memories of us kids growing
up in the neighborhood. Rest in peace
Walt.
Janny Swink
July 22, 2019
Ellie, from my family to yours with our deepest sympathies. Janny Swink and Jim Cox.
Claudette Ricotta
July 21, 2019
I immediately thought of writing about those amazing wind chimes he made for us! We are sending you hugs and love and praying the whole family can find peace after such a great loss.
Ron and Karen Bailey
July 19, 2019
Our deepest sympathies! Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Andrea Bailey Rapson
July 19, 2019
I can see the wind chime he made hanging on our patio. So sorry for your loss.
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