Clarence Bernard Diggs

Rev. Clarence B.O. Diggs was born February 14, 1930 in Waverly, Virginia to Lester Harris and Nannie Ruth Diggs. He was preceded in death by his brother, Harris Leon and son, Clarence Donnell Diggs. He attended Sussex County Training School in Waverly, Virginia. He accepted Christ at an early age. He joined Union Hill Baptist Church. He later joined Cedar Street Baptist Church in 1961. He served as a Boy Scout Leader and was ordained into the Deacon Ministry along with twelve other men, under the leadership of Dr. B.W. Robertson. He knew God had more work for him, so he attended Richmond Virginia Seminary and was ordained as a minister in 1981. Little Fort Baptist Church (Cartersville, Virginia) installed him as Pastor in 1986 where he served for fourteen years. He loved working with a smaller congregation interested in serving the Lord that fostered lasting relationships. He married his true friend and love of his life, Mamie L.E. Moore on July 31, 1952. Their union was blessed with three children. Clarence enlisted into the United States Army and served from 1950 to 1953. He was a trainer and promoted to Sgt. in the Korean conflict. Clarence was employed by Dixie Dinette, Blue and Gray Transportation Co. and Creative. In 1995, he retired. He also enjoyed working for himself as an upholsterer where he owned his own business. He previously earned a certificate in upholstery. Clarence was a Masonic member for 50 plus years and a Past Worshipful Master of Richmond Lodge #65 and a member of East End #79 O.E.S. P.H.A. He also loved sorts, especially the Redskins and watching golf. He leaves to cherish his memory devoted wife of 65 years Mamie L.E. Diggs; devoted son, Jason O. (Judy); devoted daughter, Gaylor (Ann Marie); four grandchildren, Djuan, Cedric (Lael), Jason II (Karlie), and Jalin Diggs; nine great-grandchildren, Shaimere, Isaiah, Akil, Akira, Raheem, Naima, Aubree, Isaiah, Elcie; sister, Ruth L. King (James); daughter-in-law, Deborah Diggs; brothers-in-law, John, Ernest (Muriel), Barney (Louise) and Wendell (Trudy) Moore; a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins; a host of other relatives and friends. God bless his special friends, W. Coley, Mr. Burgess and his adopted children, Carolyn and Albert Rice.

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Clarence Bernard Diggs

February 14, 1930 - June 9, 2018