Jack A. Biggs

1914 - 2014

Jack A. Biggs obituary, 1914-2014, Knoxville, TN

BORN

1914

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive

Knoxville, Tennessee

Jack Biggs Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 8, 2014.

Biggs, Jack Arnold – age 99 of Knoxville died Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at Ben Atchley Veteran's Home after a short illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ogden Mae Biggs; his father and mother, Will and Maggie Hall Biggs; three sons, Joe, Tom and Wayne Biggs; and several nieces and nephews. Survivors include his grandchildren, Michael (Kathy) Biggs, Pamela Wilkinson, Kelly (Eddie) Reymond, Justin Brokaw, and Robert (Melissa) Biggs. Great-grandchildren, Zachary Wilkinson, Samantha and Beau Biggs; and Bridget, Brandon and Harrison Reymond. Great-grandchildren, Madison Wilkinson and Willow Smith. Receiving of friends will be at Lynnhurst/Greenwood Chapel Friday, April 11, 2014 from 1:00-2:45pm with graveside services at Greenwood Cemetary Friday at 3:00pm. Friends may leave their condolences at www.lynnhurstchapel.com.

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April 13, 2014

Rick Lawson

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

April 12, 2014

GAIL GARDENHIRE

May he rest in peace...a lovely man. And a wonderful grandfather to my nephew William Robert Biggs

April 11, 2014

I remember his smile and his bright lively eyes. As a youngster, I thought he was gigantic. My condolences to the family. Dina Grubb Bailey

April 11, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Time will help with the loss, but his presence will last forever.

April 11, 2014

Jerry Grubb Beeler

Sorry for your loss. It's been a long time but uncle Jack always seemed to enjoy life to the fullest. A strong happy man with a colorful personality.

April 10, 2014

fred carter

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jacks wife cut my hair freo the time I was a little boy and I rember him as a very nice man sorry to see you go jack take care of all that have gone before us including mom and dad thank you for all you did will you were here

April 10, 2014

Gene&pat Lawson

I knew jack for over 65 years as a friend, he taught me charter,work ithics and to fish, most of all he was not just a friend but a real friend he will always be a good memory.May GOD ALMIGHTY bless his whole family.

April 10, 2014

Dan Fletcher

A great uncle and and one of the Greatest Generation that fought and saved our freedom, he fought on Okinawa with the Marines in WWll Dan Fletcher

April 10, 2014

Saundra Farmer Burkey

So sorry for your loss. The Biggs family meant a great deal to us as our mother was ill. Their caring made our mom's pain so much easier for her to bear. God bless you all.

April 10, 2014

Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of loss. 2 Cor 1:1-5

April 9, 2014

Kelly, so sorry to hear about your precious grandfather. Praying the Lord to strengthen your heart and comfort your soul. Love , Sondra Dayton & family

April 9, 2014

Jane Rahnema

Will remember how much he enjoyed watching his great-grandchildren light fireworks and play ball on the 4th at Kelley and Eddie's home. He was such a positive person and knew it was up to him to make his own happiness..which he did and shared with his family. What better gift to pass on to the next generation. Condolences to his family.

April 9, 2014

Sally Thompson Morgan

Uncle Jack was my favorite uncle. He always treated me like one of his kids. And man, did he love to fish! He always made sure he sent me a birthday and Christmas card. He was certainly a mighty fine man and I will miss him greatly! I know my Mama is so happy to have her brother with her in heaven!!! :)

April 9, 2014

Shedelah Cleveland

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

April 9, 2014

The Harrop Family

Jack Biggs was a remarkable man. I will always remember his kindnesses and strength. He was my Dad's fishing buddy for 50 years and was so good to me when my Dad and brother passed away. He sure set a good example for all of us to follow. Our sincerest sympathy to all of the Biggs' family.

April 9, 2014

Mr. Biggs was a fine neighbor of mine for almost 59 years. I remember him teasing me about my brown eyes when I was a child. He was a fine man!
Karen Berney Mills

April 9, 2014

Lisa Spradlin

With deepest sympathy on the loss of Mr. Biggs. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort.

The Spradlin Family
Tony, Lisa, Noah, Abby

April 9, 2014

Evelyn Fletcher-Holcombe

Jack was the greatest uncle ever, and the last of my grandmother's 11 children. What a celebration there is in heaven! We cannot comprehend the joy. He gave of himself to his family, his country, and all whose lives he touched. He kept his body and mind active for all his days, and we are grateful for his long and fruitful life. We know he is enjoying a brand new body and a brand new Home, but we will always miss him. He had such a dry wit, and was always a joy to be with. Semper Fi, sweet one, we will be with you soon.

April 9, 2014

Glenda Ray Taylor

We are lifting your family up with our prayers during this time. Uncle Jack is with his family and the Lord celebrating a happy reunion right now. My husband was going to work this morning and saw a beautiful rainbow--that is his way of letting us know he is home now and what a beautiful place it is. Uncle Jack touched all of our lives with his wit and humor. He will be missed.
The Ray Family--Mona, David, Glenda and Rodney

April 9, 2014

Richard Easterday

Mike and Pam,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your Grandfather. May God be with you in this time of grief,
I remember Mr. Biggs tried to be a gruff old man when I was growing up with "Corky" and Tom but I knew he was a teddy bear. He took us fishing a lot but we never did learn to do it quite right.
I am out of town and regret that I will not be able to attend the services. May God bless you all.

April 9, 2014

Yana Lawson

So sorry to hear about Jack. He was a fine man and always busy. May God hold you in his loving arms through this and afterwards.

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