Jackie Ralph Rigsby, age 90, of Smithville passed away at his residence Monday night June 9, 2025.  

He was born July 12, 1934, to his parents the late Martin Luther and Sallie Ann Pack Rigsby.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Rigsby; daughter, Lori Ann Nokes; sister, Ruby Cook; four brothers, Elijah Rigsby, Willie Rigsby, Grady Rigsby, and Elzie Rigsby.

Mr. Rigsby was a faithful member of the Indian Creek Baptist Church and retired from AVCO.

He is survived by son, Jackie Darrell Rigsby of Smithville; three grandchildren, Joe (Brandy) Rigsby of Lebanon, Calab Rigsby of Clarksville and Emma (Brad) Alverson of Smithville; great-grandchildren, Alice Alverson, Alexis Barnes, Ethan Barnes, Bodhi Rigsby, Easton Rigsby, Towa Rigsby, Rukia Rigsby, and Sora Rigsby.  

Funeral services was held Thursday, June 12, 2025 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Rick Lee officiating and burial followed in Jefferson Cemetery.  

Pallbearers included Joe Rigsby, Caleb Rigsby, Brad Alverson, Jay Smith, Tim Cantrell, and Todd Cantrell. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Jason Smith, Charles Cantrell, and Brayden Alverson.

In addition to flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J Fox Foundation or Lighthouse Christian Camp in memory of Mr. Jackie.  

DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangements.