Donald Bigham

Don was born on January 2, 1940 in Waurika, Oklahoma, to Thomas and Francis Bigham. Don moved with his family to Pampa when he was three years old. Don graduated from Pampa High School in 1958. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Troy York and Claude Bigham; his sisters, Dorothy Kennemer, Joy Huckins, Ima Jo Glover, and Tommy Livingston; as well as his in-laws, Boyd and Clorene Moore. Don shared 63 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Linda Kay (Moore) Bigham. Together they built a family centered on faith, love, hard work, and kindness. He was a devoted father to Derek Shane Bigham and wife Kim Bigham, and Delinda Dawn Bigham McKee and husband Brian McKee. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Chase McKee, Kiley McKee and fiance Anthony Flores, Cory Bigham, Breanna Homer and husband Trent Homer, Brandon Grimsley, and Jacob Bigham and fiance Korynn Tindel. Don was also blessed with great-grandchildren, Shane Homer and Seth Homer, whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. Don proudly served his country in the United States Army from March 1962 until September 1965, receiving an honorable discharge. During his service, he worked as a Morse Interceptor, serving with dedication and honor. Don graduated from West Texas State University with a Bachelor's degree in Business. Following his military service, he built a respected 34-year career with SPS. His strong work ethic, dependability, and integrity earned him the respect of coworkers and friends alike. After retiring from SPS, Don served as a marshal at Ross Rogers Golf Course for ten years, where he enjoyed the friendships and fellowship that came with the game he loved. A man of deep and unwavering faith, Don was a devoted member of Southwest Church of Christ. He lived his faith daily with a servant's heart, always visiting church members, friends, and loved ones in hospitals and nursing homes to encourage and comfort them. His kindness, compassion, and steady presence touched countless lives. Don also believed strongly in serving his community. He was active in the Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce, always willing to lend a helping hand wherever needed. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, coaching youth sports, and spending time with family and friends. Through his patience, encouragement, and example, he positively influenced many young lives. More than anything, Don will be remembered for the love he had for his family, his unwavering faith in God, and the respect he showed to everyone he met. He was a steady source of wisdom, strength, and encouragement, and his legacy of faith, love, and service will live on in all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Parkinson's Foundation or High Plains Children's Home.