Larry K. Riggins

The world lost one of the gentlest souls on Sunday morning, February 21, 2016. Larry K. Riggins, 79, passed away at Witham Memorial Hospital in Lebanon. He was born on February 28, 1936 in Thorntown, Indiana, the son of the late Vane “Scottie” Riggins and Dorothy K. (Kinkaid) Riggins Merz. A lifelong resident of Boone County, Larry was raised on a farm near Thorntown. Having been an exceptional basketball player, he was recruited by the Lebanon High School Basketball coaches and graduated from Lebanon High School with the class of 1954. Following high school, he attended Purdue University. In 1958, Larry enlisted in the United States Army and served his country honorably from 1958 – 1964. On December 4, 1972, he was married to Dwen E. (McDaniel) Riggins in Gallatin, Tennessee; she survives. Prior to entering college, Larry farmed with his father and worked part-time for the Highline Railroad. From 1957 to 1968, he went to work for Rock Island Refinery. Larry then left the refinery to farm full-time. In 1970, he worked for Stewart Construction until he left in 1975 when he began his career at Detroit Diesel Allison Division of General Motors in Indianapolis, retiring in 1995. He was a lifelong member of the Thorntown Presbyterian Church where he served many years as elder. After moving to Lebanon 13 years ago, he and Dwen became members of the First Baptist Church. Larry also held memberships with the Elks Club, American Legion, and Eagles Club, all of Lebanon. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a great friend to many. He took great pride in his lawn and was envied by many for having the most beautiful, manicured lawn around. Larry was a fierce IU Basketball fan and a big supporter of Bobby Knight. He enjoyed golf as well. He loved life on every level with his wife, best friend, and soul mate, Dwenie. A kind human being, Larry contributed to many acts of kindness that no one ever knew about and was always willing to help others. Memorial Services are planned for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2016, at the First Baptist Church, 207 East Washington Street, in Lebanon, Indiana with Rev. David Wright, officiating. No Visitation is planned Interment will take place at a later date at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Thorntown. Myers Mortuary, 1502 North Lebanon Street, in Lebanon, Indiana has been entrusted with his arrangements. Survivors: Wife: Dwen E. Riggins – Lebanon, Indiana Three Children: Scott M. Riggins and wife, Hendrijke – Würzburg, Germany Shari Riggins – Lebanon, Indiana Troy Portish – Lebanon, Indiana Three Grandchildren: Kandy Shoffner and husband, Kevin – Noblesville, Indiana Daniel J. Riggins – Würzburg, Germany Jordan L. Riggins – Lebanon, Indiana Three Great Grandchildren: Morgan, Sydney, and Brady Shoffner Brother-in-law: Toby McDaniel – Illinois Niece: Mindy McDaniel Phlugi and husband, Joerg – Switzerland Great Nephew: Finnegan Phlugi – Switzerland Larry also leaves behind his constant furry companion Cocoa. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his sister, Judith A. Riggins, his uncle, Robert Kinkaid and a sister-in-law, Sharon McDaniel. Memorials: Humane Society for Boone County Post Office Box 708 Lebanon, Indiana 46052 Or Boone County Cancer Society 117 West Elm Street Lebanon, Indiana 46052

Larry K. Riggins

February 28, 1936 - February 21, 2016