Thomas I. Diggs
March 22, 1920 – November 3, 2012
</span><br />Col. Thomas I, “Tommy” Diggs, 92, of Sun City Center, FL, passed away November 3, 2012. Born in Washington, DC March 22, 1920, he was preceded in death by his loving wife Doris, of 48 years. Survivors include his son John F. Diggs, Boise, Idaho; grandchildren Jonathan and Maria of Albuquerque, New Mexico; five great-grandchildren.</p>
<p>Col. Diggs made the USAF his career (1942-1971), starting WWII with the 8th Air Force in England, surviving being shot down over France two days after D-Day. </p>
<p>He retired in 1971, living in Washington DC, Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Sun City Center, FL, with summers in Kennebunkport, Maine. He lived a good and full life in service to his country and family. Burial will be beside his wife in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, thank a Veteran.</p>
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<p>Col. Diggs made the USAF his career (1942-1971), starting WWII with the 8th Air Force in England, surviving being shot down over France two days after D-Day. </p>
<p>He retired in 1971, living in Washington DC, Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Sun City Center, FL, with summers in Kennebunkport, Maine. He lived a good and full life in service to his country and family. Burial will be beside his wife in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, thank a Veteran.</p>
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