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Marcelle “Marty” Riggleman

Date of Death: December 20, 2022

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Watch Livestream Memorial Service for Marcelle Riggleman, 1/14/2023 at 1 pm
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Saturday 1/14, 1:00 pm

Marcelle “Marty” Riggleman, 87, of Stephens City, VA, passed away December 20, 2022 at 9:50pm at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. He was born March 16, 1935 in Dorcas, WV the son of the late Andrew Jackson Riggleman and Dora Bryan (Kite) Riggleman.

Marty was a parishioner at White Post United Methodist Church, was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the Shriners. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in the 101st Airborne Division and worked for over 34years for the Potomac Edison Company where he would eventually find himself retiring. Marty was also a member of The Eastern Star.

He married Carolyn Faye Oates on August 11, 1955 and they have enjoyed over 67years of marriage together.

Along with his wife Carolyn he is survived by his children, Jeffrey Riggleman (Kristi), Lori Kaknis (the late Hunter), Marc Riggleman (Ursula), Gina Kaknis (Chris); his grandchildren Megan Santos (Celvin), Kara Canoles (Nathan), Erin Pahl (Andrew), Sarah Kaknis, Niki Riggleman and Garrett Riggleman; great- grandchildren, Noah Suggs, Kennedy and Madison Pahl and many nieces and nephews.

A special thanks to nephew, Danny Riggleman; housekeeper/care giver, Donna Oliver; church friends, Kathy Paskel, Alice Good, Eleanor Lloyd; cousin Rick Ours; neighbors, Harlan (Kep) Keplinger, Bobby and Edna Chestnut, Joan Kulp, Mary Sturm; great nephew and Dad’s nurse, Dylan Riggleman and Julie Riggleman, NP both at the VA, Martinsburg, WV and all the staff on the hospice wing; Blue Ridge Hospice and Home Instead.

In addition to his parents, Marty was also preceded in death by his son in law Hunter Kaknis; his sisters Arlena Kimble, Genevieve Riggleman and Jessie Crites and his brothers Hetzel Riggleman and Gordon Riggleman.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service on Saturday, January 14 at 1pm at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel, 1600 Amherst St., Winchester with the Rev. Steve Melester and Rev. Harry Neidig officiating. The service for Marty will be livestreamed, please go to Marty’s obituary page to connect to the service

Memorial Contributions in memory of Marty may be sent to White Post United Methodist Church, 158 White Post Rd, White Post, VA 22663, Shriners Hospital at donate.lovetotherescue.org or the American Cancer Society, 124 Park Street Se, Vienna, VA 22180.

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1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Saturday 1/14, 1:00 pm

Marcelle “Marty” Riggleman, 87, of Stephens City, VA, passed away December 20, 2022 at 9:50pm at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. He was born March 16, 1935 in Dorcas, WV the son of the late Andrew Jackson Riggleman and Dora Bryan (Kite) Riggleman. Marty was a parishioner at White Post United Methodist Church,Continue Reading

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Bill Boor left a message on March 25, 2023:
With sadness I read of Marcelle’s passing. I have a special place in my heart for the PHS Class of 1953. My brother Johnny passed away in 2017. I remember this class with a smile, when we were young together.. My thoughts are with Carolyn and the family.
Cheryl Hand left a message on January 14, 2023:
In memory of Marcelle “Marty” Riggleman, Cheryl Hand lit a candle
Robin Jarrell left a message on January 12, 2023:
✨Rest in Peace, Marty, We’ll Miss You - But I’m Comforted Knowing You & Hunter are Together in Beautiful, Blissful Heaven - And Serenading the Angels with Your Singing & Guitar❣️?❤️✨
Susan Jenkins Snyder left a message on January 11, 2023:
So sorry to hear about Marty's passing. Prayers are with Carolyn and family at this time. Marty was a great friend to my father, Haskell Jenkins for many years. Many happy years they shared with great humor!! The Jenkins Family will all miss him! May God Bless!
Gregory A Huffman left a message on January 10, 2023:
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Dot and Jim Royston left a message on January 3, 2023:
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family. So many wonderful memories of dear Marty. May God plant an angel on your shoulder as you go through the difficult days ahead. Keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers.
Danny Riggleman left a message on December 27, 2022:
My all-time favorite uncle. I will miss making wine with him. He was the best storyteller and could make me laugh so hard my face would hurt from smiling. He was a loving brother to all of his siblings. He was a great husband to his beautiful bride of 67 years. He was a family man first and raised a wonderful family. He was very talented and had a musical ear. I'm sure he's entertaining, singing, and telling stories now. Play on Uncle Marcelle. I will think about you every day!
Teresa Bowers left a message on December 26, 2022:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember Marty was so good at bringing smiles and laughter to others. May God give you His peace at this difficult time. Teresa Bowers
Jerry Kremer left a message on December 26, 2022:
We have lost a great friend! His personality will last forever among all who had the opportunity to share his humorous nature.; never to be forgotten!
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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