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Donald L. Riggins

Passed 01/28/2026

Obituary For Donald L. Riggins

Donald L. Riggins, age 72, of Watkinsville, GA passed January 28, 2026.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM, from the Chapel of Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home.

Public Viewing, Wednesday, 2-6 PM, at the funeral home.

Survivors include: his sister, Mary Frances Riggins; nephews, Tony Riggins, Edward (Detria) Pierce and
Richard Goss; nieces, Joann Johnson, Janice Flanagan and Gwen Goss; special friend, Crystal Willis; as
well as a host of great nieces, great nephews, other relative and friends.

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Services

Public Viewing

Feb
4
Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home | Athens, GA

1253 West Broad Street
Athens, GA 30606

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Funeral Service

Feb
5
Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home | Athens, GA

1253 West Broad Street
Athens, GA 30606

11:00 AM
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Condolences & Tributes

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My deepest condolences to Donald's family may God comfort you during this time. It was so many years ago I met Donald as a stranger when my car stopped on my way to pilgrims.Donald came to my rescue and we hit it off every since. Surely will be missed. Monique D.

Monique Douglas

To the Riggins family: Donald was a schoolmate of mine and we lived in the same town. He was always kind and respectful. Over the years we had lost contact but I often wondered how they were doing. I was sorry to hear of his passing and send my condolences to his family. Wilhemia Seals and family

Wilhemia Seals

I use to work with Donald and he was a very nice person. Sending condolences and prayers to the family and friends

Cassandra Bullock

Condolences to the family Rest In Peace 🙏🏽

Gloria Heard

I worked with Donald many years ago, he was one of the nicest people you could ever known. Sending prayers up for his family. God is always in control.💜🙏

Bernice D. Hector

Sorry for the loss. Condolences & Sympathies to the families. My prayers are with you as you go through these difficult times. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you! 🙏🏽❤️

Betty Sims

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home | Athens, GA

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