Elmer L. Riggle
October 20, 2020
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Elmer L. Riggle, 85, went to be with his heavenly Father at his home on October 20, 2020, surrounded by his wife and children.
Elmer was born November 17, 1934 in Des Moines to Clovie and Audrey (Sparks) Riggle. Elmer served in the Iowa Air National Guard for 36 years. He was a Civilian Contract Specialist for the Federal Government. Elmer was a member of Grace Baptist Church and 132nd Silver Squadron
Elmer is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Carolyn; children, Lynne (Buddy) Calhoun, David (Janet) Riggle, Mark (Judy) Riggle and Leigh (Doug) Van Wey; grandchildren, Jordan Riggle, Devyn Riggle, Clinton Riggle, Justin Riggle, Brandon Riggle, Audrey Riggle, Frank (Lisa) Calhoun and Katie (Janice) Ogden; five great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Francis and Darrell; daughter, Laura; and his grandson, Jamison Walker.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 23, 2020 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 24th at Grace Baptist Church, 112 County Line Road. Elmer will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Grace Baptist Church in loving memory of Elmer.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Maggie Murray
10/24/2020
What a great picture. That is exactly how I will remember Elmer. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. May he always rest in peace.
Martha Sparks Tallant
10/22/2020
I'm. so sorry My heart goes out to you all. Praying for your comfort. love to you all.
Gordy & Jill Martens
10/22/2020
Our condolences to Carolyn and
Family on the loss of Elmer. We worked together and played to-
gather for many years. He will be
so missed.
Holding all of you in our hearts,
Gordy & Jill Martens
Lee & Jo Hanson
10/22/2020
A dear friend from the IA. Air Nat'l. Guard days. A good man and so many will miss him. Prayers to Carolyn and family.
Marjorie McCoy Anderson
10/22/2020
Remembering playing with Elmer when we were kids in Des Moines. Sad to hear of your loss.
Gayle Crawford
10/22/2020
it was my pleasure to meet you and all your family at a Thanksgiving day in Omaha when Mark and Judy included me. praying for years as Carolyn was loving you with all her heart. heaven is your forever home. jesus called
Sue Hall
10/22/2020
Dave and Family ,
We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing . We are thinking of you and your family
Sincerely
The Halls
Justin Riggle
10/22/2020
well Grandpa. you did it. you've won.! i love and will miss you. thank you for leaving a legacy. you are some one we can all respect and look up too. see you in heaven.
Ferdinand J. (Fred) Chabot, Brig Gen (Ret), Iowa A
10/22/2020
I am profoudly saddened by Elmer's passing and wish God's comfort for his family. I worked closely with Elmer practically every day during my years at the 132nd Fighter Wing. He served as purchasing agent for construction services and supplies during my tenure as Base Civil Engineer. We simply could not have accomplished our mission without Elmer's help. He was a hard worker and a highly-valued colleague. We have lost a true patriot.
Joyce Piazza-Lawrence(Tomlinson)
10/21/2020
I was saddened to read this. I was fortunate enough to work with Elmer at the 132nd. He was always so kind. My your family be comforted by your many memories and feel our loving God's presence.
Deana Wurst
10/21/2020
So sorry for your loss. May God embrace the family during this difficult time. I was honored to have worked with Elmer at the 132nd.
Jose Solla
10/21/2020
My condolences to the family. Elmer was a awsome person and a great leader. we wll miss him.
Diana M McCray
10/21/2020
Elmer, you will definitely be missed. You always brought a smile to my face. Tell Laura hi, I know you will comfort each other. I am glad I met you ❤.
Richard Sparks
10/21/2020
Condolences to Carolyn and the family.
I have been blessed in my life to enjoy a legacy of wonderful cousins. Elmer is one of the best.
Love you,
Richard and Sheryl Sparks