J. L. Wiggins

J.L. Wiggins age 95 of Etowah, passed away, Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Starr-Regional Health and Rehabilitation..
A native and resident of McMinn County most of his life he was a son of the late John and Bessie Harris Wiggins and was preceded in death by his wife Willie Teague Wiggins in 2009; a brother, Ira Wiggins; a sister, Vivian McMahan; a step-daughter, Linda Vojtech; a niece Diane Cormel; and a brother-in-law, Hobart Teague.
He was of the Baptist faith, was retired from TVA after more than 15 years of service and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
Survivors:
Sister-in-law and caregiver, Ruth Teague of Athens;
1 brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tim and Grace Teague;
1 sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Philip Oliver;
Graveside services will be 11:30 AM, Sunday, October 25, 2020 at Cedar Grove Cemetery with Pastor Ken Keaton officiating.
The family would like to express a very special thank you to all of the home health caregivers and the staff of Starr-Regional Health and Rehabilitation for their care of J.L. 
Those unable to attend may send condolences to www.laycock-hobbs.com/notices/JL-Wiggins.  Memorial contributions may be made to a local veterinary clinic of your choice.  Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home in Athens is in charge of the arrangements.