My mom was an amazing person and one of my best friends, she always did everything for everyone and never thought of herself. She helped me so much with Braxton and I'm so glad she was able to be a part of his life. I'm going to miss our weekly friday lunch and shopping dates, even if it was just to go to walmart to get groceries and stop and McDonalds for lunch! I really miss our daily phone calls, and just being able to pick up the phone to talk to her to see how her day was or what she was doing or making for dinner. I'm so glad we moved up close to their house, especially now so I can help my dad and brothers. I wish I could bring her back and have one last conversation with her. I want to be a nicer and better person because of her, she touched so many lives just by being friendly. Mom, I just want to tell you how much I miss you and that I love you so much. Watch over us and help us through this.
Here is her obituary we wrote, I hope she would be happy with it:
Sandra (Sandy) Rigby Wilson, 47, our beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2011 from a sudden illness, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 17, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri to Dr.Vaughan Dale and Julia Salisbury Rigby. Sandra grew up in Midvale, Utah. While studying at Utah State University she met and married her eternal companion, Steven Curtis Wilson, on June 28, 1984 in the Salt Lake Temple. To this union was born their five children, Ryan Curtis, Breanne, Brock Rigby, Joshua Steven, and Keaton Casey whom she loved unconditionally. Sandra loved life and lived it to the fullest; spreading cheer and happiness to everyone she came in contact with. Her life was one of continual service to family, friends and community. She spoke highly of her friends and they were a big part of her life. She loved the Lord and her faithful membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was exemplified through her Christ-like service. Sandra was the life of a party and loved being with family and friends. No matter the situation of the day, Sandra was dressed to the nines, primped and accessorized, even while boating, hiking or driving School Bus #35, which was the most pampered and best smelling bus in the state. Sandra is survived by her loving husband, Steven and her children Ryan(24) and Katie(24), Breanne(23) and Kent Carrigan(25), Elder Brock(Tucson, Az)(20), Joshua(15), and Keaton(10). Also her pride and joy, her grandson Braxton(1). She is also survived by her parents, siblings Tina & David Whitchurch, Glen Rigby, Mary & Todd Allen, Steve & Rhonda Rigby, Rebecca & Michael Baggaley, in laws Larry & Judy Wilson, their children Wendy & Bryan Datwyler, Suzy & Darwin Price, Lauri & Ki Ealey, Bruce & Mindy, Mindy & Kyle, Brian & Kristy along with many nieces & nephews.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 at 12 noon in the Morgan 6th Ward chapel, 2700 South Morgan Valley Drive, Porterville. Friends and family may call at Walker Mortuary in Morgan Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the church.
Interment, South Morgan cemetery.
bree, that was a really sweet post. :) Your mom would love how you and your family wrote about her life. it was very well written-it was so well written it makes those who weren't close to her cry! i didnt know your mom, but from what I have heard about her, I can tell you have MANY of her qualities. Im glad you were able to move back up close to your family too. I bet they will enjoy having you and kent and especially that cute little braxton so close! hang in there bree you are an amazing girl and you have a great hubby and sweet little boy to help you through this hard time. (and me and the office too!) luv ya!
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