Jean C. Wiggin

Jean C. Wiggin

Jean Cottrell Wiggin, 85 of Stratham died unexpectedly, and peacefully at her home on July 20, 2016.

Born on April 30, 1931 in Exeter NH Jean was the fourth daughter of Maurice and Ruby (Bennett) Cottrell. She attended Robinson Female Seminary in Exeter, and Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro.

A longtime resident of Stratham NH, Jean loved her home of 55 years where she raised her family, and nurtured countless friendships. She was a devoted grandmother, and the affectionate title of “Grammy-Jean” reached far beyond her family, and into generations of friends and neighbors.

She was a bicyclist until the age of 70, and a familiar sight on Route 33 where she was also a friendly face at Barker’s stand, greeting customers well into the new millennium. An avid knitter of everything from Icelandic sweaters to toys she leaves a long, and loving legacy of hand knit creations. Jean was founder and CEO of Mrs. Wiggins Whoopie Pies for a short time starting in 1988. A business venture she established which was known from Concord, NH and throughout the seacoast for her exceptional recipe.

Jean was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Francis Wiggin, a close niece Judy Ann Kenneally, and her grandson Bruce Wiggin Jr. Surviving family members include Bruce Francis Wiggin and wife Donna of Kittery ME, Peter Ernest Wiggin and wife Dori of Stratham NH, and Betty Jean Moody and husband Fred of Easton NH, grandchildren Samuel Moody of Portsmouth NH, Jason Wiggin of Albany NH, Ele Wiggin of Stratham NH, great grandchildren Tiana and Jason Wiggin Jr, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the family at the Stockbridge Funeral Home 141 Epping Road Exeter on Friday July 29 from 4-6pm. Graveside services for Jean will be in the Maple Lane Cemetery in Stratham on Saturday July 30 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Charity of Ones choice.

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