Larry Edwin Rigsbee, age 64, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2012, at Rex Hospital. He was born on December 30, 1947 in Morrisville, NC, beloved son of the late Marvin and Leola Holt Rigsbee.
Larry graduated from Apex High School and worked at Southeastern Machine and Tool Company. He was also a volunteer fire fighter in Carpenter for many years. He loved spending time outdoors, working in his shop and was always ready to go to the races with family and friends. Larry also enjoyed cooking. His barbeque was especially everyone's favorite, but it was his "special sauce" that made everything so delicious.
He will be lovingly remembered by his dear wife of 35 years, Ann Rigsbee; sons, Jamie Rigsbee and his wife Megan, and Mark Rigsbee; his daughters, Tonya Clifton and her husband Aaron, and Michelle Dean and her husband Matt. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Ashlyn, Ryan, Kaleb, and Haley; his brother, David Rigsbee and his wife Bobbie; and his sister, Frances Kelly. Larry will also be missed by Scooter, his best friend and faithful companion.
Larry is predeceased by his parents and his two brothers, Lewis and Wade Rigsbee.
The family will receive friends and family on Tuesday, January 1, 2013, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Apex Funeral Home, 550 W. Williams Street, Apex NC. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, at Lowe's Grove Baptist Church, 4430 S. Alston Avenue, Durham NC. Graveside services to follow at Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, Cary NC.
Condolences and fond memories can be shared at www.apexfuneral.net.
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January 3, 2013
Carolyn Reaves Bowman
Ann, I am thinking of you and sorry for your loss. Remember I love and praying for strength for your family.
January 3, 2013
Alan Caswell
Mark, very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. If there is anything you need, do not hesitate to get in touch. God Bless you and your family.
January 2, 2013
Kristi Baker
Ann,
I was very sad to hear about Larry's passing. I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time.
January 2, 2013
Geoff Weldon
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Mark. You will be in our prayers and thoughts and if you need anything give me a call. God Bless
January 1, 2013
Bessie Rowland
Ann, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
January 1, 2013
Molly Boone
We are very sorry for your loss Ann. Our thughts and prayers are with you.
Molly and Larry Boone
January 1, 2013
Lisa Madren
We pray for comfort to the Rigsbee family.
John and Lisa Madren
January 1, 2013
John Madren
A loss to a great family and to Lowe's Grove Baptist.
Peace be with you.
January 1, 2013
Milton Rogers
To a long time friend that will be missed and to the family I am sorry for your lost.
January 1, 2013
Dean. Reaves Pettiford
Ann I am sorry for your loss
January 1, 2013
Judy & Jack Thaxton
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Ann. You will be in our prayers..
January 1, 2013
Debbie Glenn
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 1, 2013
Sue Chamberlain
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
January 1, 2013
Rhonda Eunice
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
December 31, 2012
Peggy Lonnman
Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss. May all your memories bring you comfort. Remember, Larry's spirit will live on in your heart; he'll be with you always. Praying for you and your family.
December 31, 2012
Herbert Williams
What a beautiful soul. Ann, may the lord wrap you and your family in his loving arms and ease the pain of this difficult hour.
December 31, 2012
Mike and Betsy Phillips
Mike and I want you'all to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
December 30, 2012
Joyce Cheek
Ann and children
My heart aches for all of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love in Christ, Joyce and Andrew Cheek
December 30, 2012
Carol and Keith Dodson
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
December 30, 2012
Brandon Stancil
December 30, 2012
James Womble
Larry was such a great guy. I will never forget his kindness.
Ann, may the Peace of God be with you and your family during this difficult time.
December 30, 2012
Ronnie Mclamb
What a good man and a great friend to my dad prior to his passing only 2 months ago. He will be missed greatly. My prayers go out to the family as they deal with their loss.
December 30, 2012
Frank & Maria Giardina
Our Condolences to the Rigsbee Family. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you during this hard times. He will be dearly missed. Love, the Giardina Family. Ps - hey Mark, I'm sorry - I can't be there for you bud. Let me know, if you need anything.
December 30, 2012
Catherine Stancil
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