James E. Riggs
March 26, 1981 - January 26, 2012
Obituary
OREGON-James E. Riggs, age 30, of Oregon, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012, at his home. He was born on March 26, 1981, in Sterling, Ill., the son of Robert and Rhoda (Burgess) Riggs. James graduated from Oregon High School. He enjoyed drawing, spending time with his family and friends, including his daughter, Jenna. James is survived by his parents, Robert and Rhoda Riggs of Oregon; daughter, Jenna of Oregon; sister, Melissa of Janesville; aunt, Darlene (Sam) King of Oregon; nephews, David, Michael, and Issaih Riggs of Janesville; cousin, Sheila King of Oregon; maternal grandmother, Myrtle Burgess of Rock Falls; and many more aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, James R. Riggs and Myrtle M. Frank; maternal grandfather, George E. Burgess; and cousin, Skip King. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL HOME, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, at 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30, 2012. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of service on Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to establish a fund at a later date. He will be missed by his family and friends. James will be in our hearts forever.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to establish a fund at a later date.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of service on Monday.
Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL HOME, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, at 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30, 2012.
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Aaron B. Stoen
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"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
James - It was a pleasure getting to know you at Tellurian. The level of respect I have for you will remain in death as it has in life.
Jenna - Even departed, a fathers love never dies. His spirit will rest in yours until you meet again.
Sgt. and Mrs. Riggs - Your son worked very hard to remain strong and pull himself from his past in order to build his future. He would not have made it this far without your love and support. After meeting you both, it was apparent that James was blessed with a family who truly cares. He not only was lucky to have you, but continues to be lucky to have you, because his memory will live forever in your hearts.
JS
Joan Sullivan
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My heart goes out to your family with the death of James. I will always remember him as a kid who had a tough outer shell but a really big heart and a great smile. Take good care of yourselves. Joan
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Scott Porter
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Dear Bob, Rhoda, and Melissa, Words cannot express how sad I am of hearing this news. I remember when James was a little boy. Mischievous, and full of life. Know that you are all in my prayers. I'm so sorry I couldn't make it to the service. God bless you. Love you, Scott D. Porter