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Mary Wiggins Obituary

A devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Mary passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018. Mary was 71 and a lifelong resident of Donaldsonville. She was a full time wife and mother, who enjoyed cooking for her family. She loved her Italian heritage and being with family. She enjoyed playing Pokeno and Bingo and her new found hobby of Facebook and electronic Bingo. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 50 years, Russell Wiggins; three daughters, Kerry Wiggins (Renee), Stacey W. Giroir (David), and Kristin Wiggins; son, Russell Wiggins, II; brother, Nicky Falsetta ("Tugga"); four grandchildren, Josh, Kaitlyn, David Jr., and Kaylee; and four great grandchildren, Bentley, Harlei, Ellie, and Harper. She was preceded in death by her parents, "Lil" Ralph and Grace Montalbano Falsetta. Visitation will be at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, Donaldsonville on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 8 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Entombment to follow in the church mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Russell Wiggins II, Josh Landry, David Giroir Jr., Brad Falsetta, Ryan Falsetta, and Mike Falsetta. Honorary pallbearers, will be Nicky Falsetta, David Giroir Sr., and Andrew 'Banana' LeBlanc. The family would like to express their deep thanks to Dr. Peters, Dr. Stagg, Dr. Fields, and the staff of Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center and Prevost Hospital. We also want to thank Bayou Home Health and the TNCC nurses, Liz and Jackie. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. To offer your condolences please visit www.OursoDonaldsonville.com

Published by The Advocate from Dec. 10 to Dec. 13, 2018.
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Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you, Russell and your family.
Darlene and David Campo
Harold and Staci DeLaune

December 15, 2018

We extend our sympathy to Russell and Nicky and all of your families. Know that our prayers are with you all.

Cheryl & Nicky Bourg

December 13, 2018

Pamela Williams

December 12, 2018

heart felt condolences to you russel and your family

uggy rousseau

December 12, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the family of Mary. Mary will be missed by family and friends and all who knew her.

Oneal & Mary Millien

December 12, 2018

a loved one

December 12, 2018

Nicky, Tugga, Russell & family,
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Bob & Debbie Mury

December 11, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

December 10, 2018

Sorry for the loss of all the family. I knew Nicky & Tugga & extend my sympathies. Enjoy the wonderful memories of your dear sister, Nicky. We will all meet again is what I believe.

Carol Pooley

December 11, 2018

My heartfelt condolences for this tragic event"

December 10, 2018

So sorry for your loss, Mrs Mary was such a sweet and caring woman. Sending prayers

Lisa Zeringue

December 10, 2018

Claude and I are so very sorry to hear about Mary. So many wonderful memories. Sending prayers to the family.

Barbara Simoneaux

December 10, 2018

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