On the evening of July 23, 2022, John Bigbey claimed his heavenly home and passed from this earth. John was born to Homer and Mary Bigbey in July of 1941. He chose a career with the copper mines. He worked for Phelps Dodge in Tyrone, NM while raising his family and retired from Asarco in AZ.

He married the love of his life, Rella Bigbey, in July of 1968 and together they raised 4 children.

John was an avid fisherman and enjoyed gardening and raising animals. His heart's desire, though, was to show as many people as possible the way to heaven. His sense of humor and positive attitude were wonderful assets. He could make you laugh in your darkest hour.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Mary and his siblings, Laddie (Homer), Courtney, Juanita, Anita and Ahnawake (Patricia). He was also preceded by his beloved Son-in-law, whom he considered to be a son, Mark.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rella; his children, Jeanna (Chris), Janna, Jennifer (Ben) and Jeremy (Amanda); 16 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren: his sister, Kay, and many nieces and nephews who greatly respected and loved him.