BURLINGTON - Jonathan Andrew "Andy" Wiggs, age 45, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. Born in Nash County, NC on March 8, 1972, he was the son of James "Jim" Wiggs, Jr. and the late Christie Early Wiggs. He was also preceded in death by his aunts, Nancy Wiggs, Bobbie and Ed McFarland, and Frances and Todd Pegg; his uncles, James Godsey Early, II, and William Raeford Wiggs.
Andy was a 1990 graduate of Northern Nash High School. He worked in the restaurant business for 10 years as a restaurant manager. Andy also worked for the State of NC with the NC Department of Emergency Civil Air Control. His passion was being a part of the NC Wing Civil Air Patrol. He enjoyed fishing, and was a NC State, Florida State, Seattle Seahawks and Russell Wilson fan. Throughout his whole life, Andy enjoyed every single day and never met a stranger. He filled his days spending time with his family and making memories he dearly cherished. Andy was a son, father, brother, friend, teacher and a rock! He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Andy leaves behind to cherish his memory, daughter, Kelli Bradley and fianc, Marvin Newlin, of Burlington; and father, James "Jim" Wiggs, Jr. of Rocky Mount. He is also survived by his aunt, Cora Early Wynne; cousins, Harriett Early Chamberlain, Ben Chamberlain, Carol Early Webb, Billy Wiggs, Mike McFarland, Debbie McFarland, David Pegg, Lisa Stockard, Linda Dunn, Pat Simmons, David Wiggs; and special friends, Justin and Cathy Gaddy.
A Celebration of Andy's Life will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Lakeside Baptist Church, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, with Dr. Jody Wright officiating. Visitation will follow service in the Sugg Foyer of the Kinchloe Building.
The family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, June 30, 2017 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services. The NC Civil Air Patrol Honor Guard will have a Flag Presentation to the family at 8:00 PM during the visitation Friday night.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 6/30, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Lakeside Baptist Church Sugg Foyer of the Kincheloe Building
1501 Sunset Avemue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 7/1, 3:00 pm
Service
Lakeside Baptist Church
1501 Sunset Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 7/1, 2:00 pm
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Jim, I can’t begin to imagine what you are going through. I know that Andy was more than a son to you. Just know that you and your family are remembered in my prayers and you are always in my heart. With much love and care for your broken heart. Kathy McBride
Jim I didn’t know your son but know you & he had to be an outstanding young man. My thoughts & prayers are with you & the family as you go through this difficult time. Prayerfully, Brenda Watkins
Jim, my son, John was in Andy’s class at NNHS and speaks highly of him. Prayers are with you and family. Connie Griffin
We love you and are thinking of you. We pray the love of God, family and friends will sustain through this very difficult time. Rob & Terry
Jim, So sorry to learn about Andy. Know that you & your family are in our thoughts and prayers. From your ole glee club buddy from NCSU, John Gray in Tarboro
Dear Jim and Family, I am so very sorry for the home going of this wonderful young man. I cannot imagine the loss you are feeling, I pray God will hold all of you close and that you feel His love and comfort during this difficult time. May you find strength and grace as you go thru the following days ahead. God bless and keep you always! Marylin Gerringer Nichols
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