Edward Leroy Riggans, Jr.

Edward Leroy “Ed” Riggans, Jr., 72, of Washington, died October 19, 2022. In Washington Hospital. He was born August 9, 1950, in Washington, the son of the late Edward Leroy Riggans, Sr., and Rosemarie Catherine Shaner Riggans. A graduate of Washington High School, he was a retired mail carrier of the United States Postal Service. Mr. Riggans served his country in the Army, active duty, and 20 years in the Reserves. Ed enjoyed fishing, camping, and playing on the computer. He was a volunteer firefighter for West Finley Township. He was the father of six sons, Edward Leroy Riggans, III (Sabrina), Eric Riggans (Susan), Jason Riggans (Kimberly), Christopher Riggans (Amy), and Jacob Riggans (fiancé Denise). He is also survived by a brother, Richard Riggans, and sisters, Ethel Colbert (the late Chuck), and Debra Colbert (Dennis); eleven grandchildren, Katherine, Ares, Athena, Apollo, Ryan, Eric Jr., Aiden, Colton, Aidan, Christian, and Shaler; three great grandchildren, Jack, Riley, and Liam; and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was his son, Brian Riggans, who died January 17, 2022, and his brother Scott Riggans, who died January 9, 2020. Family and friends will be received Monday, October 24, 2022, 6-8 pm, and Tuesday, October 25, 10am-12pm, followed by the service, in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to help the family with funeral expenses. Interment with military honors, to be scheduled for a later date, in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.