“Pig” was educated in the Duplin County Public Schools Systems. Upon graduating from Charity High School, he relocated to New York. He joined the U.S. Army and while enlisted, he served in the Vietnam Conflict. 

Survivors: “Pig” leaves to cherish his precious memories: Four Sons Anthony R. Pigford “David”, wife Casey, Robert L. Pigford “Donald”, Milton James, Sr. “Mildew”  and Raymond Smith .Grandchildren: 12. Great Grandchildren: 19. Great-Grandchildren: 1. One Sister: Vianne Newkirk.  Four Brothers:  Wilbert R. Pigford, Raeford Pigford (Mattie), Glen E. Pigford and Elearn Kenan (Betty Ann).  A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.  “Pig” was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all. In the words of Robert “Pig” Pigford, Jr.: ”Aye, Aye don’t worry about it!” “Pigsty”

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