Obituary of Joseph R. Rigby

Joseph R. Rigby, 85 of Yardley PA passed away peacefully in his home on April 1, 2024 surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. He was born on January 26, 1939 to Thomas and Fannie (Plattenburg) Rigby in Philadelphia, Pa. The oldest of three children, he is survived by his sister Janet Loftus (Rigby) and his predeceased by his brother Thomas E. Rigby. He was a lifelong resident of Morrisville Pa. Joe is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ann Rigby (McIlvaine), his two daughters Karen Rigby (partner Lou DiTanna) and Jill Patro (Chris),and loving PopPop to his seven grandchildren- Nicholas `Morrell, Peyton Morrell, Brooke Morrell, Morgan Patro, Connor Patro, Logan Patro, and Brett Patro, his beloved great grandson Landon Bailey and his furry "boys" Tucker, Milo, and Murphy. He was self-employed at Delaware Valley Bindery in Ewing Township NJ. Joe was a devoted father and PopPop, coaching his daughter's softball teams and cheering on his grandkids in all aspects of life. Joe was the father and grandfather children wished to have- wise, patient, generous, supportive, loving, and the list can go on. He was an avid fisherman and reader. He continued to play softball himself until he was around 65 years old. Joe loved his Eagles and Phillies. He will be remembered for making an impact and touching the lives of those he met. He was quick witted and was fast with the one liners; even making his family laugh until the end. He was hardworking, determined, and focused on giving his family the greatest life that they could have. Joe was the greatest husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, and friend who will be missed so dearly. His celebration of life will be held Saturday April 6, 2024 at 11:00am at the FitzGerald-Sommer Funeral Home 17 S. Delaware Avenue Yardley Pa 19067. Calling hours for family and friends will be held from 10:00am to 11:00am at the funeral home. Interment will be immediately after at Holy Trinity Cemetery, River Road Yardley. Condolences for the family can be left at www.fitzgeraldsommerfuneralhome.com.