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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

Emelyn Villarico Riggleman

July 11, 1971 – April 3, 2023

Emelyn Villarico Riggleman, 51, of Prince Frederick, passed away, after a courageous battle with cancer, on April 3, 2023, with her husband Mark at her side. Prior to passing away, Emelyn was surrounded by family and many dear friends.
Emelyn was born July 11, 1971, in Davao City, Philippines, to William and Sofronia Villarico. She migrated to the USA on May 18, 2011, and was married to Mark Riggleman on July 29, 2011. She was proud when she finally became a US citizen in February 2021.
However, her proudest moments were always those of her children.
To most, she was known as Emelyn. But she was also known as Mom, Mommy, Sisa, Melyn (My Lynn), Ate, Te, Tita, & Sana.
She loved to travel, go on vacations, sightseeing, and attend family & friend gatherings, especially for Christmas. She was best known for her infectious smile, which she was very seldom without.
In the USA, she is survived by her husband, Mark; son, Louie Villarico; stepdaughter, Sarah Riggleman and daughter, Sophia Riggleman. She is also survived by 2 brothers-in-law, 2 sisters-in-law, 3 nephews and 4 nieces.
In the Philippines, she is survived by her mother, Sofronia Villarico; sisters Florita Villarico and Carmencita Relliza & Reinerio; brothers Leonito Villarico & Elena, and Edwin Villarico. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Emelyn had a special relationship with one of her nieces, Karen Relliza De Vera.
In Japan, she is survived by her closest sister, friend and almost twin, Monette Villarico.
Emelyn is preceded in death by her father, William Villarico and her brother, Wilfredo Villarico. She was recently preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Chloe Riggleman.
Services will be held at Saint John Vianney Catholic Church in Prince Frederick, MD on Friday April 21. Viewing is 10am-11am, Funeral Mass 11am-12pm. Reception to follow at Trinity United Methodist Church on Church Street in Prince Frederick, MD. Interment is private.
If you wish to send flowers, please have them delivered to Saint John Vianney Catholic Church at 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick, MD. 20678. In lieu of flowers, any contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Visitation

Friday, April 21, 2023
10-11 AM

St. John Vianney Catholic Church

105 Vianney Lane
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Map

Link:
https://www.sjvchurch.net/

Services

Friday, April 21, 2023
11 AM

St. John Vianney Catholic Church

105 Vianney Lane
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Map

Link:
https://www.sjvchurch.net/

Interment

Contributions

American Cancer Society

405 Williams Court, Suite 120
Baltimore, MD 21220

800-227-2345

Map

Link:
https://www.cancer.org/

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    Gemma & Cris
    16 Apr 2023
    9:39am

    With deep sympathy to Villarico and Riggleman family. We will surely miss you our dearly beloved friend Emelyn ????.

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    Bill and Leslie Rausch
    16 Apr 2023
    5:35pm

    Our hearts go out to the Riggleman and Villarico Family at this difficult time.
    We will Cherish all of our wonderful memories.
    It’s hard that we will not see you anymore, you will be forever in our hearts, our Dearest Emelyn. Your absence will be missed.
    I love you my Dear friend ❤️.
    May God be with you ????????

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    Cherry Mae Palileo
    16 Apr 2023
    7:37pm

    Ems ????. I cant believe you are gone so fast. We had our convo that you are on your road of recovery and now… this is very sad news to all of us. You are now with our God our creator. No more pain. Rest in Peace, Ems. You will always be remembered and loved. Condolences to the family Villarico-Riggleman.

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    Anita Bosley
    16 Apr 2023
    9:05pm

    Mark, Sophia, Sarah, and Family
    I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers. She is pain free in Heaven. God Bless, Love Aunt Anita

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    Toni
    17 Apr 2023
    8:44am

    Emelyn ,
    I will cherish the memories of working with you. You always had a smile, were kind, and worked hard. You will truly be missed.
    -Toni ????

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    Mae & Jim Reumont
    18 Apr 2023
    9:36pm

    SANA Emelyn Riggleman, when I met you at St. Vianney Church with Sophia sitting beside with me, and I had my son J.J. At that time, they were both 9 months old, and we are both laughing because Sophia took a pacifier off my son that she thought was her pacifier because they were the same color. We just found out that we are related. SANA, It is not easy to let go of true friends like you. I never knew just how painful the word goodbye was until death took you away from us. I’m deeply missing you.

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    Kenneth Riggleman
    21 Apr 2023
    7:25am

    Emelyn, We will miss you. You will not be forgotten. I am reminded of your bright smile whenever I think of you.
    Love You, Mike

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    Peachie, Dale & Shelb
    24 Apr 2023
    7:16pm

    Emelyn, You will forever be in our hearts, and truly missed by all of us! You were the best sister-in-law ever, and I will never forget the times we had together. Your smile will forever live on in our memories! We love you, Emelyn

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    Gemma & Cris
    16 Apr 2023
    9:39am

    With deep sympathy to Villarico and Riggleman family. We will surely miss you our dearly beloved friend Emelyn ????.

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    Lusby
    State
    Md
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    Bill and Leslie Rausch
    16 Apr 2023
    5:35pm

    Our hearts go out to the Riggleman and Villarico Family at this difficult time.
    We will Cherish all of our wonderful memories.
    It’s hard that we will not see you anymore, you will be forever in our hearts, our Dearest Emelyn. Your absence will be missed.
    I love you my Dear friend ❤️.
    May God be with you ????????

    save
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    Port Republic
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Cherry Mae Palileo
    16 Apr 2023
    7:37pm

    Ems ????. I cant believe you are gone so fast. We had our convo that you are on your road of recovery and now… this is very sad news to all of us. You are now with our God our creator. No more pain. Rest in Peace, Ems. You will always be remembered and loved. Condolences to the family Villarico-Riggleman.

    save
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    Davao City
    State
    Philippines
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    Anita Bosley
    16 Apr 2023
    9:05pm

    Mark, Sophia, Sarah, and Family
    I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers. She is pain free in Heaven. God Bless, Love Aunt Anita

    save
    City
    Old Fields
    State
    WV
    Reply
    Toni
    17 Apr 2023
    8:44am

    Emelyn ,
    I will cherish the memories of working with you. You always had a smile, were kind, and worked hard. You will truly be missed.
    -Toni ????

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Mae & Jim Reumont
    18 Apr 2023
    9:36pm

    SANA Emelyn Riggleman, when I met you at St. Vianney Church with Sophia sitting beside with me, and I had my son J.J. At that time, they were both 9 months old, and we are both laughing because Sophia took a pacifier off my son that she thought was her pacifier because they were the same color. We just found out that we are related. SANA, It is not easy to let go of true friends like you. I never knew just how painful the word goodbye was until death took you away from us. I’m deeply missing you.

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Kenneth Riggleman
    21 Apr 2023
    7:25am

    Emelyn, We will miss you. You will not be forgotten. I am reminded of your bright smile whenever I think of you.
    Love You, Mike

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Peachie, Dale & Shelb
    24 Apr 2023
    7:16pm

    Emelyn, You will forever be in our hearts, and truly missed by all of us! You were the best sister-in-law ever, and I will never forget the times we had together. Your smile will forever live on in our memories! We love you, Emelyn

    save
    City
    Edgewater
    State
    Md
    Reply

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