Sylvia Byrd Riggins, age 88, of Chase City, passed away December 13, 2018. She was the widow of Hesley W. Riggins. Sylvia was a homemaker, a farmer, and a life long member of Black Branch Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Theresa Riggins, brothers, Arza Byrd, Roland Byrd and wife, Jackie, sister – in – law, Mattie Byrd, numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 3:00 pm Sunday at Black Branch Baptist Church. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made To Light For The City (Larry and Sarah Ballew – Macau, China), 202 Spickard Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060, or a charity of your choice. Wood Funeral Service, of Chase City, is serving the family. Condolences may be expressed at www.woodfuneralservice.com