Charles Ray Wiggins, 76, of Kenosha, joined the Lord on Monday, April 24, 2017. Born on August 7, 1940, in Colorado City, Texas, to his parents, the late Charles P. and Mae (Jackson) Wiggins. He spent most of his young life in Colorado City before proudly enlisting in the U.S. Navy on May 14, 1964. During his years of service, he was awarded several medals and distinctions relating to his service in Vietnam. After arriving at Naval Station Great Lakes, he met his love and bride, Rhetta Quandt, and were united in marriage on December 11, 1965. Following his naval service, Charlie gained employment as an electrician for Snap-On Tools, from which he retired from in 2001. Charlie performed the role of Deacon at Parkside Baptist Church where he humbly took on the work of spreading the Gospel. In addition, he enjoyed fellowship with friends and family playing fast pitch softball, bowling, fishing and other sports and activities. Survivors include his wife, Rhetta Wiggins of Kenosha; four children, Laurette (Jeffrey) Haines of Kenosha, Charles A. (Wendy) Wiggins of Kenosha, Michelle Wiggins of Kenosha, and Raymond (April) Wiggins of Racine; a sister, Kay (Bud) Jackson of Longview, TX; and six grandchildren, Makena, Alexander, Lauren, Zachary, JoHannah, and Collin. He was preceded in death by a sister, Joy Morris. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 28th, at Parkside Baptist Church, 2620 14th Place, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Parkside Baptist Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Charlie’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Denise Hilty-Stevens and Family
April 27, 2017
Dear Rhetta and Family, we will miss Mr. Charlie deeply. We are sorry for Mr. Charlie's passing and will be praying for peace and comfort for your families and friends. We know Mr. Charlie is in Heaven with Jesus and we know we all will see him again. God Bless all of you!
Lowanda Lee
April 27, 2017
Your family have my sincere condolences. Death is never easy and it brings great sorrow. But the Father of all "comfort and tender mercies"will help you endure this sad time. 2nd Corinthians 1:3.
Colette Trotta-Smith
April 26, 2017
Dear Rhetta and Family:I'm so sorry to learn of Charlie's passing. He was a great man of God, spreading the Word. He was a great influence to Hayes and myself. I know the family is grieving, but just remember, he is not in pain and living the good life with God.