William Darwin Rigsby Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of William Darwin Rigsby of Gilmer, Texas, born in Texas City, Texas, who passed away on August 1, 2021, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Henry Rigsby and Katie Irene Mathison Rigsby; his sister Rita; and his daughter Shay Lynne. He is survived by: his wife Joanna Boynton; his children, Shannon Rigsby, Jason Rigsby (Jennifer), Katie Rigsby, Katryna Ramirez, Rebekah Hodges (Sam) and Leanna Butler (Derrick); and his grandchildren, Reilly Rigsby, Veronica Rigsby, Silas Hodges, Abigail Hodges, Johanna Hodges and Aiden Butler.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McWhorter Funeral Home

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August 4, 2021

Tina Foster wrote a sympathy message

“Joanna and the whole family, im so sorry for the loss of Mr.Bill. He will be deeply missed. Good memories ill always have and was so grateful we got to know him. May he rest in peace. God got another angel.”

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6259 US Hwy 271 S, Gilmer, TX 75644

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6259 US Hwy 271 S, Gilmer, TX 75644

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