It is with profound sadness that we share the beloved husband, father, and friend, Deacon Russell Thomas Rigg, “Russ”, entered into eternal life on May 16th, 2025, at the age of 82, from complications of pulmonary disease. Born in Troy, New York in 1942, raised in Greenwich, CT, he graduated from Greenwich High School and Lehigh University, going on to work at Hasken and Sells, NYC, Combustion Engineering Inc. (CE Refractories). In his later years, he converted to Catholicism and in June 2008 became an Ordained Deacon. He worked for the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT with several parishes, including St. Michael the Archangel and Holy Spirit.
In Russ’s free time he loved golf. He was an active member of Chester Valley Country Club in PA. From a young age, he greatly enjoyed watching almost any sport on TV, particularly his beloved NY Yankees. He cherished spending time with his loved ones, particularly summer vacations to Indian Lake, Ohio. He is survived by his beloved wife of almost 54 years, Barbara (Lacher), his loving daughters, Jennifer Rigg-Brandt and Stefanie Ramstine (Terry), his only grandchild, Abigail Brandt, his sister, Sue Bartolai (Lucio), and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alwin and Evelyn (Sutphen) Rigg. His unwavering spirit and kindness will forever be remembered by those who knew him.
Russell’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 23rd, 2025, at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 469 North St, Greenwich, at 11AM. His interment will be held in Huntsville Cemetery, Huntsville, Ohio on Tuesday, May 27th at 11AM. His family would like to thank all who have cared for Russ, with special thanks to the nursing staff of Stamford Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in his name to a favorite charity or church.
Connecticut Arrangements are in the care of Castiglione Funeral Home Inc, Greenwich Ct. Condolences may be expressed at www.castiglionefh.com/obituary-listing.
Ohio Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview, OH. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.
A live stream of mass will be provided at www.stmichaelgreenwich.com/
