Connie Douglas Wiginton

Connie Douglas Wiginton, the rock of our family whom everybody turned to passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026 at the age of 80.  Born on October 23, 1945, he lived a life defined by strength, love and unwavering dedication to Christ and his family.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 12-2 at Greenview.  The funeral will follow immediately after with Rev. Dr. John Brock and Pastor Mark Mayfield officiating.  The graveside service will be at Greenview Memorial Park with full military honors. 

Mr. Wiginton is survived by his wife of 45 years, Joan; daughters, Lauren Harbin and Lindsey West; grandchildren, R.J. West, Alex Harbin and Eli Peden; sister, Beth Moody (John); sister-in-law, Geanice Thomas; brother-in-law, John Gray; and a host of nieces, nephews and greats.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer A. and Florence E. Wiginton; brother, Don Wiginton (Kim); sister, Peggy Castleberry Gray (Lowell); and many other loved ones who have passed before.

Mr. Wiginton proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He served in Korea as a Military Police Officer on the DMZ, carrying out his duties with honor, discipline, and courage.

A man of strong, unwavering faith, Connie was a devoted member of Highland Baptist Church.  He was part of the original TV crew helping bring worship into homes through broadcast.

In his free time, he greatly enjoyed playing golf and could often be found on a course three times a week.  He served proudly as Treasurer for Blackberry Senior Golf Club.  He also loved gardening, a passion he learned from his mom who taught him the joy tending a garden brings.

One thing we as a family will always carry with us was knowing Pop was devoted to reading his bible daily.  He read it every single day for 17 years and at the time he walked into heaven he was in Revelation chapter 8.  He almost completed 18 full years.

Pallbearers will be R.J. West, Alex Harbin, Eli Peden, Matthew Weaver, Britt Warren, Brett Blackburn, and Derrick Blackburn.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Blackberry Senior Golf Club.

We as a family want to thank Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Mokulis for the dedication, professionalism and genuine love they had for Connie.  Thank you also for the exceptional care, kindness and respect that was provided by the nurses at NAMC on the 5th Floor.  We are forever grateful for each and every one of you.

He was a proud Papa who lovingly called his grandchildren “the boys”, a simple phrase that spoke his deep love for them.  To the boys Pop was more than a Granddad – he was a father, a protector, and the foundation of a family.  He raised the three boys with unwavering love and strength, fully stepping into the role of a parent when they needed him the most.  In every sense of the word he was R.J.’s dad.  He raised him as a son.  Whenever he saw Alex, his face would light up and he would proudly say “There’s my boy”. To Eli Pop lovingly called him “my little buddy”, a name that carried affection and pride, a bond that words can hardly describe.  Pop treasured his grandsons.  They were his joy, his purpose, and his legacy.

 Pop was the heart of our family.  He was our safe place, our steady hand, and our calm in every storm.  When we needed comfort, wisdom, or just to feel loved we went to him.  His faith shaped our family; and his prayers covered us and his love will live in us for the rest of our lives.

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