Alden C. "Buddy" Briggs, Jr., 62, of Deposit, went to be with the Lord. Buddy was a proud Irishman who was born on St. Patricks Day, March 17, 1960. He was the oldest of six children born to Alden and Mary Brenda Briggs. Buddy grew up working on the family farm, worked construction, coached wrestling at Seton Catholic High School, Binghamton High School, and Delhi College in the 1980s and 1990s, and was a referee for 30 years. Buddy was a past member of the Section IV Wrestling Officials Association and a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church. Besides wrestling, Buddy loved to watch football and baseball, the Buffalo Bills and New York Yankees were his favorites. He had a great sense of humor and he loved to debate. Buddy was predeceased by his father in 2011, and his mother in 2021. Surviving are his siblings: Laurie, Mary Kay, Bob, Betsy (Ed), and Joseph; nieces and nephews: Mickey, John, Logan, Lauren, Jenna, and Owen, also aunts, uncles, and many cousins. A private service will be held for the family. Arrangements were through Henderson-Biedekapp in Hancock. And until we meet again, may the good Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.