June 13 1958 September 11 2019
Gustavus, Ohio – Fredrick Walter Riggs, age 61, died at home on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at his home. He was born on June 13, 1958 in Warren, Ohio, a son of Shirley Jean (Stebbins) and Bernard Gale Riggs, Jr. Fred graduated from high School and from Columbus State University. Having learned culinary skills and engine repair, Fred worked for many years drilling on oil rigs for the Atlas Oil Company. He was formerly a member of the Gustavus Federated Church. Fred was a motor head and was always tinkering with cars. He could rebuild engines and do body work and loved American muscle cars. Fred had a love for drawing, woodworking and keeping the lawn clean and tidy. He is preceded in death by his dad, and two step-brothers, Andrew Riggs and Bernard G. Riggs, III. Survivors include his mom, who helped care for him in his last days, Shirley J. Riggs of Gustavus, Ohio; a son, Nathan A. Riggs of Warren, Ohio; a daughter, Tia Renee (Dan) Shardy of Burghill, Ohio; a brother, David R. (Christine) Riggs of Brookfield, Ohio; twin sisters, Darlene G. (Charles) Bloom of Gustavus, Ohio and Kathlene G. (William) Grable of Greene, Ohio; a step-brother, Garry W. Riggs of Salem, Ohio and two grandchildren, Abigale and Malachi. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Noon at Baumgardner Funeral and Cremation Service, 8569 Main Street, Kinsman, Ohio, with burial to follow in Gustavus Cemetery. Calling hours will be on Saturday, September 14th from 11:00 AM until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to Gustavus Federated Church, PO Box 5, Farmdale,OH 44417. Share a fond memory or condolence at www.baumgardnerfunerahomes.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Fredrick W. Riggs please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Fredrick W Riggs June 13 1958 September 11 2019.
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