It is with a heavy heart that we share with you that Mike's mother-in-law, Virginia Riggs, unexpectedly went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 20th. She had been battling breast cancer and was undergoing chemotherapy but apparently developed an infection that lead to her sudden passing. Fortunately Stephanie, Mike, and Stephanie’s dad and brother were all with Virginia in her final moments. They were able to have a meaningful time of prayer, scripture sharing, and singing with her prior. They are heavily grieving as Mike’s family has always spent significant time each week with grandma and grandpa. The significance of why Jesus did come to this earth for us is definitely being demonstrated for them, particularly during this time of year. It is a blessing to know that Virginia is “home” now and they will see her again. She did love the Lord with all her heart and was very involved with her church both as an elder and as a member of the missions board.
As Mike and Stephanie have been overwhelmed with all the details to be attended to, Mike has asked me to convey some information to folks in response to the inquiries he has been receiving. He has been asked if the family had any designated memorial funds set up in lieu of flowers as is often done. The answer is yes, two funds have been set up based on two of Virginia’s passions in life.
One of her primary passions, as many of you know, was music - having played a major role with the Central Oregon Symphony for 40 years. She was a gifted cellist and a passionate proponent of the Symphony. She was also an enthusiastic teacher who especially loved exposing young people to classical music. Because of this, one fund is set up to provide scholarships for young people wanting to study classical music.
Donations to this memorial fund can be given to:
The Central Oregon Symphony Association
Supporting Music for Children in Our Community
P.O. Box 7953
Bend, Oregon 97708
*Please be sure to mark on your gift that it is in memory of Virginia Riggs.
Her other passion was for missions. She and her husband Bob have both served on a number of missions boards over the years. In fact, she was still an active member of the missions board at their church right up to the time of her passing. Since Mike and Stephanie have dedicated their lives to mission work, the other opportunity for giving would be:
All Nations Ministries
P.O. Box 921
Sisters, Oregon 97759
Again, be sure to designate the gift is in her memory.
Please know there is absolutely no request for gifts being made here. It is simply in response to those who have inquired.
Virginia’s memorial service will be held at the Community Presbyterian Church of Redmond on Sunday, January 10 at 2:00. The church’s address is 529 NW 19th St, Redmond, OR.
The family has very much appreciated all the e-mails, cards, phone calls, etc. The outpouring of care and sympathy means a lot to each one of them and they are comforted by your kind words, thoughts, and prayers.
Anne Rudinsky
Assistant to Mike Parker
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- All Nations Ministries
- ANM exists to proclaim the name and glory of God to the nations, especially to unreached and least reached peoples of the world. Each year, ANM teams travel to large cities and small villages around the world to tell others the Good News of Jesus Christ. Many of these places and peoples have heard very little about the life and work of Jesus Christ. Mike Parker is uniquely qualified as an international evangelist, preacher, and teacher. He has ministered internationally for 20 years in 30 different countries. In the early 90’s Mike and his wife lived as missionaries in the Baltic nation of Latvia. Mike has a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in Intercultural Studies and is an ordained Conservative Baptist minister.
Contact Information
- P.O. Box 921, Sisters, OR 97759
- T: 541-549-0925
- F: 541-549-0926
- mikeparker@gotellallnations.org
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