May 3, 2026

Robert Gray (R.G.) Wiglesworth, Sr. 90, of N. Chesterfield, VA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Born February 28, 1936, in Richmond, Virginia, he was the youngest son of the late Welford Wiglesworth, Sr. and Margaret Lowman Wiglesworth. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Thruston Wiglesworth, sisters, Doris Wiglesworth Ferguson and Joyce Wiglesworth Lett, and his brother, Welford (Burt) Wiglesworth, Jr.

R.G. is survived by his five children, Robert (Cathy), Brian (Deborah), Janet (John), Jimmy (Mari), and Greg (Margaret). Additionally, R.G.’s legacy continues through his ten grandchildren, Brandon (Stephanie), Katie (Tyler), Stephen (Caitlin), Virginia (Travis), Mari-Ashley (Jeremy), Matthew, Briannah (Hunter), Danielle (Billy), Kaylah (Tim), and Summer and his seven great-grandchildren: Piper, Emmitt, Beckitt, Averitt, Addison, Savannah, and Braxton. He also leaves many nieces and nephews to remember him fondly.

R.G. graduated from Manchester High School in 1955 and began following in his father and grandfather’s footsteps serving funeral directors for 46 years providing caskets through H.C. Simms Casket Company, Rockwell, & Spencer Casket Company most recently. He also represented Bass-Mollett Publishers for 30 years providing funeral stationery and related products to those same directors.

He loved his cars. And, it was a good thing. He drove for miles and miles to visit the many funeral homes throughout Virginia. He was well known and well respected among the Funeral Directors and staff that he visited, making many friends throughout his travels and business relationships.

He was a huge fan of men’s college basketball and especially “March Madness.” You could always find him rooting for an ACC team especially UVA. He especially cherished the close games where the winner was determined in the last seconds! He was equally supportive of his athletic and talented grandchildren – and great grandchildren.

Dad/Grandpa/Poppie/Uncle “G” loved his family – especially the little ones. Whenever he was with the children, there was a twinkle in his eye. He loved to play and tease, keeping them all giggling to everyone’s delight. He was happy when the whole crew gathered for holidays and birthdays – but would NOT participate in Carol’s “silly games.” We will all remember his big smile at his BIG 90th birthday party in February, where he was the man of the hour!

He was well-known in his Braxton neighborhood. Up until a few months ago, he would walk throughout the neighborhood, greeting everyone he saw and returning his neighbors’ trash cans to their proper place once they were emptied.

R.G. and Carol were pillars of the community and (in the words of their youngest granddaughter) “the glue that held our family together.”

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Road, Richmond, VA 23234. Private interment to be held at Dale Memorial Park at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in the name of R.G. Wiglesworth, Sr. to Samaritan’s Purse Ministry.

https://www.morrissett.com/obituaries/robert-r-g-wiglesworth/

R.G. Wigglesworth was the father of Brian Wigglesworth, who works for VFSA Member Messenger.