Betty Joyce Riggs

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Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel
201 N Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72301
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
11:00 AM
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel
201 N Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72301
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
12:00 PM
Cemetery
Marked Tree Cemetery
Marked Tree
Marked Tree, AR  72365

Betty Joyce Riggs

of Marion, AR

August 28, 1935 - December 19, 2023

Betty Joyce Riggs, 88, of West Memphis, AR passed away on December 19th of natural causes.

Betty was born on August 28, 1935 to Carlos and Pearl Smith in Marked Tree, AR. She met the love of her life, Leon Riggs and was married on September 25, 1951. She served as the secretary for a small family-owned construction company. Her passion was helping her husband and raising her four children, Brenda Lancaster, Cindy Riggs, Larry Riggs (Kimberly) and Lynn Hemingway (George).

Betty had a caring smile that would illuminate the room.

Betty was predeceased by her parents, Carlos and Pearl; her husband, Leon; her brothers, Virgil and James and sister, Barbara. She is survived by her children, as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

There will be a celebration of life with visitation at 11:00 and services at 12:00 on Wednesday 12/27 in West Memphis, Arkansas at Roller Citizens Funeral Home. The burial will take place after at Marked Tree Cemetery in Marked Tree, Arkansas.

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Kim Baskins Bloodworth
West Memphis, AR
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Sunday, December 31, 2023

Larry, I am so sorry about the loss of your sweet mother. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

debora harty
oakville, IN
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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Prayers to all the family, may she rest in peace and her love will never be forgotten.

Karen Hall Thompson
Marion, AR
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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Larry I’m so sorry to hear about your Mothers passing. Praying for you and your family.

Ken and Lisa Lucas
, AR
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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Our hearts go out to you guys in this time of need. Praying for comfort for the Riggs family.

The King Family
West Memphis, AR
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Saturday, December 23, 2023

Larry, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. We are praying for you and the rest of your family. May The Lord give y’all peace and comfort in the days to come.

Larry Riggs
Bartlett, TN
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Friday, December 22, 2023

Love you forever and always sweet Mom. I know Daddy was thrilled to see you again. You remain with me in my heart. I’ll see you again someday.

PRESTON PARKER
CRAWFORDSVILLE, AR
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Friday, December 22, 2023

Larry i was so sorry to about your mom your family will be in my prayers she was such a kind and gentle soul

Shirley Hawks
Southaven, MS
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Thursday, December 21, 2023

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.love ya shirley

Samantha Neal
West Memphis, AR
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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Cindy....I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Sharon Conlee
West Memphis, AR
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Thursday, December 21, 2023

So sorry for your loss my heart breaks for your family.sending my love , thoughts and prayers.she gained her wings and now she's with your daddy well and happy.