Alan R. Wiggins

June 1, 1960 - March 6, 2009

DeForest – Alan “Big Dog” Wiggins, age 48, died unexpectedly on Friday, March 6, 2009 at his home in DeForest.

Visitation for Alan will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road in DeForest. Funeral services will follow on Wednesday, beginning at 7:00 PM. John R. Leiting will be the celebrant.

Alan Royce Wiggins was born on June 1, 1960 in San Jose, California to Don and Roseline (French) Wiggins. In 1978, he moved to DeForest and graduated from Waunakee High School. He loved auto racing and was a loyal, and always optimistic, Brewers, Packers and Badgers fan. He also liked to watch wrestling on TV and rarely missed Monday Night RAW. Big Dog lived with his brother Steve and his sister-in-law Tina and he always went to watch them when they bowled and played softball. Big Dog found happiness in life”s simpler things and he never let typical life problems bother him or get him down.

Survivors include his father, Don Wiggins of Louisville, KY, his brother, Steve (Tina) Wiggins of DeForest, his sister, Cheryl Azevado of California, seven nieces and nephews, Robert, Annie, Amy, Steve Jr (Kara), Chris, Danielle and Riley, great nephew and niece, Cory and Sabrina, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and his nephew, Jeffrey.

Online condolences may be made at www.MurrayFH.com.

Service Details

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009, 7:00pm, Ryan Funeral Home Windsor-DeForest

DeForest – Alan “Big Dog” Wiggins, age 48, died unexpectedly on Friday, March 6, 2009 at his home in DeForest. Visitation for Alan will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road in DeForest. Funeral services will follow on Wednesday, beginning at 7:00Continue Reading

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Never knowing Big Dog''s name, we had to admire him for his energy. We salute Big Dog Alan for his presence, and his obvious appreciation of being outside in God''s world. Alan helped whenever he could. Just as importantly, we always knew that his family support was exemplary, and continuing. We thank you for that! We extend you our sympathy @ Alan''s passing, and we salute his life. Bonnie & Dwight

Steve, Sorry to read and hear about your loss. Alan always was good for a laugh or two after the features at the Prairie (and some sound driving advice). My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

We are very sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Alan on his daily walks on Sunset Drive. Are thoughts and prayers are with you. Brenda,Tony,Colleen,Anthony,Breana and Quin too!

Steve, Tina, Cheryl, and family, Deepest sympathy on the loss of Alan. I will always remember "arguing" baseball with Alan - specifically Cardinals vs. Brewers and talking him into drinking a wine cooler with me. He was such a cool guy and so much fun to kid around with. Wish I could be there with you this week. Love, Lisa

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.