Jimmy F. Wiggins

In loving memory of Jimmy F. Wiggins 82, born on April 20, 1929 in San Diego, California passed away after a short illness on November 17, 2011. He was a beloved and devoted husband, father and grandfather preceded in death by his son, Alan Wiggins; his parents, Ralph and Edyth Wiggins and brother, Wayne Wiggins. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Peggy Wiggins; his sister, Carolyn (Paul) Spohn; daughters, Alicia Mercer, Alaine Livermore, Annette Nanini; six grandchildren, Megan, Bryan, Michael, Allison, Breann, Madison and many nieces and nephews. He worked at General Motors in Kansas until our move to Arizona in 1967, he then worked as a US Postal Carrier for 30 years in Tucson. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 4th degree Scottish Rite and Shriner's in Tucson. He also served in the US Army-Korean War 1952 - 1954. He loved his family unconditionally and put the "gentle" in gentleman. Everyone loved his sweet smile, keen wit and wonderful sense of humor. He was also an avid hunter and sportsman. He will be loved, cherished and sorely missed in our hearts and memory forever. Services will be held: EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY, 5801 E Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85712 Viewing: Tuesday, November 22, 2011, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral: Wednesday, November 23, 2011, 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter, 1028 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006-2622; www.alz.org/dsw/ (602)528-0545