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Howard P. Riggs, Sr.

December 21, 1946 ~ March 14, 2022

Howard P Riggs Sr., 75, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away peacefully on March 14, 2022 with his beloved family by his side. Howard was born on December 21, 1946, in Bluefield, West Virginia to Haskel and Agnes Riggs, he was the oldest of 2 children and a proud Army Veteran He met the love of his life and wife of 42 years, Barbara T. DiMatteo on the dance floor and never looked back. They fell madly in love and spent their marriage as each other’s greatest joy. Howard was a loving, devoted husband, father, “Pop Pop” and “Poppy” and is survived by his loving wife Barbara. Howard “Riggzy” will be dearly missed by his daughter Barbara Miller of Eagleville PA, and his granddaughter who was like a daughter Sabrina (Bean) Bailey of Ohio and her children, his great grandchildren Marina and Brock. His son’s Walter Riggs of Alabama, Howard and Brian Riggs of NJ and his grandchildren Savannah, Jackson, Payton and Jordyn of NJ. Being a great father, grandfather and great grandfather was of the utmost importance to Howard. He was always there with words of encouragement, a smile, and love. He will forever be our hero. His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure, he was loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Memorial arrangement will be announced at a later date.

Condolence

Barbara Maimone

March 18, 2022, 10:10 pm

Hi Barb
I’m so sorry to hear about Howard! Please accept my Sympathy. Was he sick or was is sudden?
I do miss you!
Be well
Barb Maimone

Joy

March 18, 2022, 10:24 pm

Please accept our sincere prayers for Barbara and Howards family. Sincerely Joe and Joy Law

Rose Pillo

March 18, 2022, 11:53 pm

A beautiful tribute to Howard. Every word describes him to perfection. I will miss him as well as everyone who has had the absolute pleasure to have had him in their lives. My heart goes out to his wife, my cousin Barbara. And also his children and grandchildren.

Stacy

March 19, 2022, 12:33 am

Sending my condolences to the family during this difficult time. Mr. Riggs was a wonderful man – One of a kind ( my mom is best friends with his wife Barbara). He will always be remembered as a kind and caring man that was devoted to his family. He will be greatly missed.

Stacy

March 19, 2022, 12:34 am

Sending my condolences to the family during this difficult time. Mr. Riggs was a wonderful man ( my mom is best friends with his wife Barbara). He will always be remembered as a kind and caring man that was devoted to his family.

William Currie

March 19, 2022, 2:12 am

Hello Barb it’s Will Currie from camp discovery and deer park. I don’t know if you remember me but I fondly remember you and Howard often. I really enjoyed cooking with him and talking with you two. I’m grateful I knew him. I’ll be praying for you and your family.

Greg Shepard

March 19, 2022, 2:34 am

So sorry to hear this, my thoughts are with Barbara and the rest of Howard’s family. I had the pleasure of working with him at Braden Sutphin and really enjoyed doing projects for him in the Milwaukee lab. Great sales guy, so nice and easy to get along with. I have great memories of traveling to NY and PA with him, and of him telling me about his Woodstock experience. My heartfelt condolences. ❤️

Jon Latronica

March 19, 2022, 3:27 pm

I worked with Howard for many years, great boss, had many great memories. So sorry for your loss.

Maxine Church

March 19, 2022, 7:43 pm

IT WAS MY PLEASURE BEING A SHORT TIME IN HOWARD’S LIFE WITH HIS LOVING WIFE, BARBARA AND THEIR FAMILIES. OUR MANY TRIPS TO THE POCANOS, WEST VIRGINIA AND MANY FAMILY AFFAIRS HAS BEEN SOME OF MY MOST MEMORABLE MEMORIES. HE HAD SUCH A QUICK SENSE OF HUMOR. I REMEMBER IN THE POCANOS SITTING ON THE DECK ONE NIGHT HE TOLD US TO BE QUIET AND “PUT ON YOUR LISTENING NIGHT EARS” SO WE COULD HEAR THE NIGHT TIME SOUNDS IN THE TREES. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. I KNOW HE IS AT PEACE AND NO LONGER SUFFERING. ROSE AND OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS WERE THERE TO GREET HIM TO OUR ETERNAL HOME WHERE ONE DAY WE WILL JOIN HIM. YOUR ADOPTED “SIS” MAXINE

Elaine Bartie

March 21, 2022, 3:09 pm

My thoughts are with you.

Donna

March 25, 2022, 12:45 am

My deepest sympathies to Howie and Brian on the loss of their father. Mr Riggs was a very nice and friendly man who I liked very much.

Donna

March 25, 2022, 12:54 am

My deepest sympathies to Howie and Brian on the loss of their father. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Riggs family.

Lisa, Annette & Sara.

March 26, 2022, 9:59 pm

Both of you are very special to us.
In our lives it’s rare to meet people like you and Mr Riggs. Your triumphs were our triumphs, your fears were our fears. Your loss is our loss. Our sympathies are with you and your family.
We will never forget you…

Deanna Schrier

April 7, 2022, 1:02 pm

To Howie and Brian, their wives and children, our deepest sympathies to you all. You father was always laughing and willing to join in on the fun. He always had a kind word for me and my family and it was always a pleasure to speak with him, he will be missed. Sending prayers.

John & Gloria Carr

April 23, 2022, 2:08 pm

Barb, So sorry to hear about Howard. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & the family. We miss you. Love John & Gloria.

John & Gloria Carr

April 25, 2022, 3:08 pm

Our thoughts & prayers are with you Barb

Debby Foster

September 11, 2022, 1:52 am

I’m sorry to learn that you lost your dear husband/father/grandpa. Howard was a joy, & so kind during the short time I spent with him & Barb. Love to all of you, Debby Foster

Kim Boich

September 11, 2022, 2:39 am

I just now saw my Uncle’s obituary on my nieces social media. He was my late mother’s brother and my late grandparent’s son. My uncle was one of kind and we had a bond that a neice could have. My condolences to my aunt and my cousins, his grandchildren and his nieces and nephew’s. He is missed and loved everyday and I feel some peace he is with his sister and his parents. I will love you forever Uncle Howard. Love you, Kimmy!! My nickname, he was the only one to call me that.

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