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Wendell Ward Pigg

Funeral service for Mr. Wendell Ward Pigg, age 62, of Petersburg, TN, will be conducted at 3 PM on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Ellis Coats and Bro. Randall Crabtree officiating. Burial will follow in Center Point Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held at 11 AM until 3 PM on Saturday at Higgins.

Wendell was born on August 8, 1957 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Jere Lynn and Etta Sue Dyer Pigg. He worked as a quality control manager for ABCO Corporation. He was a member of Friendship Church of Christ, Lincoln County Livestock Association, Lincoln County Horseman’s Association, Quality Control Society, DQP Inspector, and National Spotted Horse Association. He enjoyed farming, riding Harleys and horses, and leading singing at his church. Wendell never met a stranger and was known for the best sausage in Lincoln County. Mr. Pigg passed away on September 11, 2019 at his residence.

Survivors include his wife, Jill Sisk Pigg; sister, Gwen Wadley of Petersburg, TN; brothers and sisters-in-law, Nicky and Maudean Sisk, Cory and Susan Sisk, and Charles and Carmen Worley; nieces and nephews, Savannah Almy, Mallory Almy, Payton Sisk, Harley Sisk, Cody Sisk, Rachel Gray, Rebecca Gresh, and Sara Parnell, John Michael Pigg, and Eleina Rhoden; and special dog, Lillie. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Lyn Pigg.

Memorials may be made to the Wendell Pigg memorial fund at the Bank of Lincoln County.

Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Wendell Ward Pigg.

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#1 Comment By Connie Rogers On September 12, 2019 @ 7:46 pm

Jill, I’m so sorry to hear this. Prayers and hugs to you. Wendell was a great man.

#2 Comment By Joan Frassrand On September 12, 2019 @ 7:59 pm

Jill, So sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to all.

#3 Comment By Gay Parsley On September 12, 2019 @ 8:05 pm

Jill, I’m so very sorry for your loss. You and Wendell sure were a precious couple. May God Comfort you and family during such a difficult time.

#4 Comment By Barbara Hargrove On September 12, 2019 @ 8:18 pm

So sorry Jill, praying for peace and comfort.

#5 Comment By Tommy Howell On September 12, 2019 @ 8:20 pm

Mrs. Jill sorry about your loss . My family and I are Praying for you!

#6 Comment By Sherrie Maddox On September 12, 2019 @ 8:23 pm

Jill , This saddens me to learn of Wendall’s passing. You were a compassionate and supportive partner. My heart goes out to you and his family .

#7 Comment By Alice Pack On September 12, 2019 @ 8:32 pm

Jill I am so sorry always loved Wendell. He was a special person. My heart goes out to you and your family. I can truly be sympathetic with you as I lost Jeriel the same way. I’ve and prayers.

#8 Comment By Jimmy and Diane Buchanan On September 12, 2019 @ 8:53 pm

Jill,

So sorry for your loss. I have known Wendell all his life as he lived next to my Grandmother Dyer when he was growing up and have many fond memories of him. He was a fine man and he will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.

#9 Comment By Brenda Anderson On September 12, 2019 @ 8:54 pm

My heart breaks for you Jill..

#10 Comment By Yvonne Baugher On September 12, 2019 @ 8:59 pm

Sorry for your loss.

#11 Comment By Audria Richardson On September 12, 2019 @ 9:06 pm

To the Pigg Family my Thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this time. I’m sure going to Miss Wendell coming through the Drive thru at the Petersburg Shell.

#12 Comment By Michael On September 12, 2019 @ 9:23 pm

We will miss you brother. You were always good to me. Gave me work in the hay field, joking around, my whole family saw you like one of the family. You love you Wendell.

#13 Comment By Charlene warren On September 12, 2019 @ 10:08 pm

I’m so sorry to hear the loss of this young man . We grew up together and I know his wife Jill. May Gods comfort be with you st this time and days to come

#14 Comment By Bradlie Pokrandt On September 12, 2019 @ 10:23 pm

Jill, Carmen, Savannah, Mallory—I simply don’t have words. Saying goodbye to such wonderfully warm fellow—I cannot fathom. Praying.

#15 Comment By Janice Smith On September 12, 2019 @ 10:24 pm

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Wendell at ABECO.

#16 Comment By Wanda Smith On September 12, 2019 @ 11:01 pm

Jill, I am so sorry to hear this. Prayers for you.

#17 Comment By Gail Mills-Claxton On September 13, 2019 @ 12:51 am

Sorry to hear about Wendall. Went to school at Petersburg with him. Always liked him. My prayers to his family.

#18 Comment By Cindy Harwell On September 13, 2019 @ 1:34 am

I am so so sad!! I love you Jill and so sorry you and your family have lost a great man! Wendall will always hold a special place in my heart! Prayers for all of you.

#19 Comment By Jerry Mcpherson On September 13, 2019 @ 1:34 am

So sorry to hear about his passing.
He was a good man .

#20 Comment By Brenda Burns On September 13, 2019 @ 1:53 am

Jill, We are so very sorry for your loss.Wendall was such a Good Man.May God be with you and your Family and may God wrap his arms around each of you .Brenda &Joe Burns

#21 Comment By Judy Stafford On September 13, 2019 @ 1:56 am

Jill and Family, I am so sorry about Wendall. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Judy Stafford

#22 Comment By DeLois Thompson On September 13, 2019 @ 2:45 am

Jill and family, my condolences. Wendell was a special guy and you have so many special memories that will keep in your heart. Special prayers for comfort and strength during the days ahead. Hugs. Joe and DeLois

#23 Comment By Peggy Armstrong Coleman On September 13, 2019 @ 12:27 pm

Maudean, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your brother-in-law (and a distant cousin of mine). Memories will always be with you and your family. Cherish them forever.

#24 Comment By Kathy (Bills)Spain On September 13, 2019 @ 1:29 pm

My sister, my friend, Jill there are no words. But I want you to know how much you are loved. You, Wendell and the kids. To know y’all is to love you. I’m praying for you and wishing I could take all the hurt away from all of you. Sadly it doesn’t work that way. I know you are stronger than you know and that will be tested in the days to come. But you have y’alls kids and family to help you get through any storm coming. This storm came, the damage is done but there will be a new tomorrow. Keep Wendell’s memory alive through all the stories you will share in the days, weeks and years to come. I know I said there are no words, guess I got carried away as usual. I love you my dear, sweet, beautiful friend. Love to all of you.

#25 Comment By Tina Towry Osgood On September 13, 2019 @ 1:40 pm

Jill, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family

#26 Comment By Kim Cox On September 13, 2019 @ 2:09 pm

Jill and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Praying for strength, courage, and peace for you. May God comfort you all during this time.

#27 Comment By Richard Watson On September 13, 2019 @ 2:15 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Wendell’s Passing. Have not seen or talked with him in years. He was a fine Man and will be missed by Many.My Condolences.

#28 Comment By Terry Warren On September 13, 2019 @ 2:29 pm

Jill
I don’t have words to help you through this loss, but I’m praying for that peace and comfort that only God can give for you and the entire family.

#29 Comment By Rhessa Wilson On September 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm

Sympathy to the Pigg family.

#30 Comment By Jeff Moe On September 13, 2019 @ 7:44 pm

RIP Brother Wendell I can not express what your friendship meant to our family new to the area, to say you will be missed is a understatement. Will see you again some day
Love Kristal & Jeff

#31 Comment By Linda Ward Englehart On September 13, 2019 @ 8:53 pm

Jill I’m so sorry. Wendell was a good friend. Hugs to you my sweet friend!

#32 Comment By Kim Halcomb Cowart On September 13, 2019 @ 10:58 pm

Jill, I’m sorry to hear of Wendell’s passing. May God provide comfort and peace. Allow all your wonderful memories help your heart to heal. Prayers are with you.

#33 Comment By Kelly Mills McClintock On September 13, 2019 @ 11:51 pm

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . I did not know Wendell very well, but I went to school with Gwen and Mike .

#34 Comment By Diane King On September 14, 2019 @ 1:46 am

Jill, take one day at a time. Love you and Wendell. Loved his sausage. Best in Lincoln County. You are in my prayers. God bless you.

#35 Comment By Lorry Ann Hill Anderton On September 14, 2019 @ 1:54 am

Jill I’m so sorry to hear about Wendell. He was such a great guy. I can’t remember a time that he hasn’t been a part of our lives. Gwen I know he was such a good brother to you. Love you all . You will be in my thoughts and prayers. He will always have a special place in my heart.

#36 Comment By Ricky and Christi Howell On September 14, 2019 @ 2:34 am

Jill and family. We are terribly sad to hear this. He was such a wonderful sweet man. Ricky said he would miss his laugh and his handshake. Love you!

#37 Comment By JudyHolt On September 14, 2019 @ 12:26 pm

I’m so sorry praying for the family

#38 Comment By Jim Moss On September 14, 2019 @ 1:16 pm

Jill, Gwen and Families, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad and difficult time. Wendell was one in a million…such a fine man. I saw him at Ken’s in Fayetteville a few months ago and chatted. He was always such a pleasure to know.

#39 Comment By Don judy Metcalf On September 14, 2019 @ 2:25 pm

Don and Judy Metcalf sorry to here this praying for family

#40 Comment By ROBIN SHELTON On September 14, 2019 @ 3:08 pm

Jill, I’m so sorry for your heartache. I hope the special memories you and Wendell made over the years can bring you comfort in the days ahead.

#41 Comment By Larry and Wanda Hames On September 14, 2019 @ 5:24 pm

Jill, Gwen and families We are so sorry for your loss.May God bless you with strength and comfort in the days ahead. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.

#42 Comment By Rosie Warren Tallent On September 14, 2019 @ 9:00 pm

So sorry thinking of you and your family.

#43 Comment By Marty Mathis On September 15, 2019 @ 12:31 pm

My prayers and thoughts will be with your family im sorry for your loss

#44 Comment By Marilyn Ault On September 15, 2019 @ 4:43 pm

Dear Jill:

Jim and I just learned of Wendell’s passing late yesterday afternoon. Such sad news. We saw Wendell several month’s ago at Honey’s having a burger. We chatted about old times. Jim always enjoyed his company whether riding motorcycles or helping the two of you make sausage. May God’s promises bring you peace and comfort until that day when you are reunited in God’s heavenly kingdom.

With deepest sympathy,

Jim and Marilyn Ault

#45 Comment By Bobbi Jo Stinnett On September 19, 2019 @ 12:07 pm

Mrs Jill sorry for you loss .Mr Pigg was a great that we’ll be missed

#46 Comment By Kim McWhirter On November 5, 2019 @ 9:18 pm

Jill,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I’ve been keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim McWhirter