Joel W. Riggs

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Celebrating the life of
Joel W. RiggsFebruary 20, 1958 - September 21, 2018
Devoted Father and loving husband

Joel Wilfred Riggs, 60, passed away September 21, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Joel was born on February 20, 1958 in Royal Oak, MI to the late Leo and Shirley Riggs. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving his country from 1985 until 1992. Joel was a very giving person and always helped those in need. He enjoyed collecting coins, cooking, and watching cooking shows.

Joel is survived by his wife, Janie Riggs; his two sons, Joel and Jeremy Riggs; his brother, Tom Riggs; and his two sisters, Colleen Francois and Noreen Riggs.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday, September 28, 2018 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Burial will be at 3:00 p.m. at Georgia Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Glennville.

Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com.

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May the thoughts of knowing that friends and family share in your grief be of comfort to the Riggs family for your loss during these most difficult times. God has assured us that we will see our loved ones again “John 5:28,29” and “2 Corinthians 1:3,4”

- Sheila, , Ga

Janice, I am so sorry for you loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you and the boys and give you all only the comfort that He can give. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless, K. Pendleton

- K Pendleton, ,

My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. No one can truly feel the sorrow that your bear, I can only pray that you find strength in the Lord. Linda Cornelius & Family

- Linda Cornelius & Family, Savannah, Ga

I am so sorry for your loss. I was truly saddened to hear about Joel’s passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

- Monique Johnson , Sarasota , FL

Janice and family. So sorry about your loss. God will comfort, so seek him while he is near. Lifting you up in my prayers daily!!! Walt

- Walt Renz and Family, Hinesville, ga

My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4.

- Niecy, www.jw.org,

Sending our love and condolences as we pray for your comfort and strength at this difficult time.

- The O'Neal Family, Detroit, MI

Janice, I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss of Joel. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. Thinking of you and sending my prayers. God Bless, Kevin Malecha

- Kevin Malecha, St Louis Park, Mn

Janice and sons we are so sorry to hear about Joel passing,we will be Praying for you and your family MaG,Candy also send there condolences as well this is your friend Kimberly call me anytime 719 551-1699 Love ya'll.

- Kimberly Garrett Hubbard, Colorado Springs, CO

Janice,Joel,Jeremy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Hugs and Much love to you my friend forever.

- Annette, Alex and Christian Jones(The Jones Family), Farmington Hills, MI

Janice, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!! My God send his love and keep you in his glory thought this time. Love you lady! ~Jess

- Stelling Family, Savannah, GA

Janice, Please know that your friends are praying for you during this time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Be Encouraged! Nat and Dora

- Natalyn Morris, Savannah, Georgia

So very sorry for your loss. Isaiah 25:8 says “He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces”. Not only will death be done away with, but our loved ones will be restored to life. Acts 24:15

- D K, ,

My condolences to the Riggs family. May you find comfort from God in the scripture 2 Corinthians 1:3,4.

- Marie, Savannah, GA