Former chairman of Boksburg Industrialists Association dies
A former chairman and treasurer of the Boksburg Industrialists Association, Desmond Wiggill, died over the festive season.
Wiggill was born in Boksburg North in 1931.
He attended Boksburg Central and Boksburg High Schools.
According to his son, Derek, his father got married in 1954 and started his own foundry business in 1955.
“WD Wiggill (Pty) Ltd became one of the largest privately owned foundries in South Africa,” said Derek.
“In 1979 the business was sold to Cementation and my father continued to pursue other business interests.”
Derek pointed out that his father served on the board of the Boksburg Industrialists Association for about 20 years.
“Until his passing on December 12, he was also actively involving in the family business, BP Wiggill Engineering,” said Derek.
“As president of Meehanite Africa, my father was also able to share a wealth of knowledge and experience with the South African foundry industry.
“Throughout his life he continued to work towards the improvement of the Boksburg community.
“He was truly a dedicated husband, father and grandfather, and will be sorely missed by family and friends.”
