Mr. Ronald Bryant Rigby

Mr. Ronald Bryant Rigby, age 77, passed away peacefully at his home in McDavid, Florida, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Originally from Atmore, Alabama, raised in Oak Grove, Florida, he spent most of his life in Bratt and Byrneville, Florida. Ronald was a dedicated member of the Bratt Assembly of God Church, where he found joy and community. He enjoyed many activities, including hunting and fishing, and worked for the Escambia County Road Department for 25 years. He also spent 12 years farming, which he cherished deeply. Beyond work and church, Ronald had a passion for hands-on projects in his shop and was often found tinkering with various projects. He loved watching westerns and Grit TV, taking him back to simpler times. He and his wife took a memorable trip across the country, traveling 6,000 miles to explore different places together. Ronald truly enjoyed spending time with family, gardening, and canning vegetables, making wonderful memories that will be cherished for years to come. He is preceded is death by his parents, Jesse David “JD” (Erma Smith) Rigby. Mr. Rigby is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mrs. Suzanne M Rigby of Backwoods of Byrneville, Florida; two sons, Stephen Bryant (Sam) Rigby of Backwoods of Byrneville, Florida and Adam (April) Rigby of Keego, Alabama; brother, Jesse Rigby of Pensacola, Florida; sister, Jackie (Billy) Darby of Oak Grove, Florida; four grandchildren, Grady (Talita) Rigby, Cooper Rigby, Layla Kate Rigby, and Clark Rigby; one great-grandchild, Elaina Rigby; and a special cousin Judy. Funeral service will be held Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. with Reverend Mel Coon and Reverend Marcus Wallace officiating. A private burial will follow at a later date. Visitation will be held Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Pallbearers will be Ricky Hardy, David Kerns, Joey Killam, Brad Shaw, Reggie Odom, and Danny Webb Honorary pallbearer will be Leslie Barnes, Jackie Godwin, Lonnie Wilson, Matt Robbins and Jimmie Stanton. Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements

Mr. Ronald Bryant Rigby

September 12, 1947 - February 19, 2025