Ralph was born in Clarksville, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 50 years, Mrs. Sarah H. Riggins; his parents, Norman and Ruby Riggins; one sister, Freddie Darden; and two brothers, Tommy and Charles Riggins.
Ralph is survived by his daughter, Sue Rutledge (Larry); son, Ralph Riggins, Jr. (Mary); seven grandchildren, Tina Hemmings (John), Amanda Allen (Stuart), Adam Rutledge (Amanda), Marci Mixon (Shane), Pam Moore (Junior), Derek Riggins (Shannon), and Traci Nixon (T.C.); fifteen great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Ralph was a member of Living Word Church in McDonough, GA. He has been an active member of Stockbridge Masonic Lodge #691 as well as the Order of Eastern Stars for over 50 years. Ralph was an avid Atlanta Braves fan from the time they came to Atlanta, whether they were worst and last or the World Series Champions. He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
A visitation will be held on Monday, October 3, 2022 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Horis A. Ward Funeral Home - Fairview Chapel | 376 Fairview Road Stockbridge, GA 30281. On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, a celebration of his life will take place in Ward's Chapel at 11:00AM. Services will conclude with a graveside committal at Fairview Memorial Gardens | 164 Fairview Road Stockbridge, GA 30281.
Rev. Mike Ryals, officiating.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.horisawardfairviewchapel.com for the Riggins family.
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