William (Bill) Rigby, Sr., a devoted father, cherished "Granddad" or "G-Dad," and a friend to all, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, in Bridge City, Texas. He was born on June 19, 1942, in Port Arthur, Texas, and resided in Bridge City, Texas.

Bill was a man of remarkable work ethic and a successful businessman who owned numerous ventures throughout his life. He retired from Bayer in Orange, Texas after 30 years of service working as a supervisor. Beyond his professional achievements, he was known for his caring and generous spirit, always extending a hand of friendship to those around him. His greatest joy was his family, and he poured his love into them wholeheartedly. He was a faithful member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City.

He is survived by his daughter, Connie Rigby Angelle and husband, Mark T. Angelle; his granddaughters, Cayla Angelle Hays, and Ashley Angelle Bullion and husband, Patrick Bullion; his grandson Blake Rigby and wife Bailey Rigby; and his great-grandchildren, Madelyn Hays, Makenzie Hays, and Thomas Bullion.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie E. and Maggie Rigby; his wife, Ginger Rigby; his son, James Rigby; and his grandson, Trevin Rigby.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Henry Catholic Church, Bridge City, Texas. Following the service, interment will take place at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Orange, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, make donations to American Heart Association; https://www.heart.org