Earl E. Riggen
July 19, 1934 ~ December 17, 2017
Earl E. Riggen, 83, Mooresville, passed away December 17, 2017. Mr. Riggen was born July 19, 1934, in Dana, to the late Elmo and Louise (Keen) Riggen.
He graduated from Dana High School and proudly served in the United States Army. Earl worked for a period of time for B&O Railroad. He worked for 25 years for GM Truck & Bus in transportation, retiring in 1992. Earl enjoyed gardening and an occasional trip to the casino. He was also fond of traveling- often to places to visit his family. Above all, he was a strong family man whose caring and loving ways will be fondly remembered.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Victor Riggen.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Jeanette(Richardson) Riggen, to whom he was united in marriage April 27, 1957; daughter, Lisa Riggen DuBois; sons, Brian S. Riggen (Jennifer Cook-Riggen) and Warren DuBois; brothers, Larry Riggen, Sr., Carl Elmo Riggen, Elmer Joe Riggen; sisters, Patricia Williams and Sally Harpold; grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Courtney, and Connor DuBois; Alexander, Austin, Jack, and Hayden Riggen.
Friends and family will gather on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, 5 to 7 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Additional visitation will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2017, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Pastor Steve White will officiate the 1 p.m. funeral on Thursday. Burial will be in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Memorial contributions may made to the American Cancer Society. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I didn’t personally know Earl, but I know most of the Riggen family. Earl’s father,Elmo, drove the school bus that took my children to school every morning for years. His mother, Louise, waited on my family at the grocery store. There wasn’t a nicer family anywhere than the Riggens. They were all hard working Christian people. My condolences to Earl’s family.
Darrell and Mary Catherine Overpeck
Dana, Indiana
I am so very sad to hear of Earl’s passing. I knew him as a doting grandfather to his grandchildren Nick, Courtney and Conner. I first met Earl and Jeannette at Waverly School when they attended programs for Nick who was in my first grade class. Then a few years later Courtney and Conner were in my first grade class. I think they attended every program and event at the school if their grandchildren were involved. Earl was always kind and friendly and so proud of his grandchildren. Even years later when his grandchildren were older, he would be found supporting the kids at sport or school event. He always had a kind word or friendly “hello” whenever I saw him. I know he was much loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Sending prayers of comfort to Jeannette, Lisa, Chris, Nick Courtney and Connor. ߒ”
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Going to be missed, always had a great smile and nice things to say RIP Uncle Earl
My condolences to the Riggen Family. Lots of love to you, Elmer, Paula, Mandy, Sally and Tami – lifting you all (and the rest of the family) up in prayer during this time.
-Beth Cox
Workrd with Earl many years on the old B&ORR at Moorefield Yards as Telegraphers & Train Order Operators, we were both from Dana, Ind., and shared many laughs, plus exciting times! We stayed in contact even when he departed to GM! A thoughtful good and just man, now he will have seniority again over me in Heaven. Until that day Earl, Until that Day!
I celebrate you as my friend!
Dennis G. Barker
Dear Jeanette and Lisa,
We are so sorry to hear about Earl. Please accept our sincere sympathy. We have many good memories from living near you in the Mooresville neighborhood. You were very good neighbors and friends and we enjoyed spending time visiting with all of you.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Gary and Marcia Myers
Lisa and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rhondi Taylor
Jeanette, Lisa, Brian and Jennifer, Warren, and families, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We were shocked and saddened to hear of Earl’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find comfort and peace through family, friends and many fond memories. We remember the many years as neighbors and Earl’s pleasant smile.
Condolences from Mooresville Mattress and Furniture. He was in our store Monday morning asking how Bob was after his surgery.
Condolences from Mooresville Mattress and Furniture. He was in our store Monday morning asking how Bob was after his surgery.
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My sincere sympathy to Earl’s wife and family. I was very sorry to hear of Earl’s passing. Earl and I grew up in Dana, Indiana. We lived a street apart and were in the same class in school, graduating in 1952 from Dana High School. Earl was a good kid, fun loving and had many friends. He also was a very good basketball player for the Dana Aggies. I’m sure Earl will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Lynda (Thompson) Profitt, Dayton, Ohio
Lisa, we apologize for this belated message of deepest sympathy regarding your dad’s death. Both Steve and I have lost each of our parents, so we can understand a little of what you are going through. Please know that we have asked the good Lord to be with you and your family. May God bless and keep you all. Sincerely, Steve and Jackie Harrell
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