Louisiana Obituaries
The Milford (IA) Mail 07/07/1887
J. W. Higginbotham (????-1887) LA
Desperate Riot
One White Man and Six Negroes Killed
The Dunkirk (NY) Observer-Journal 12/17/1888
Walford M. Higginbotham (1869-1888) LA
Family Feud Settled With Firearms
The Lafayette Advertiser 03/20/1897
James Higginbotham (1811-1897) GA/LA
The venerable James Higginbotham died at his late residence in
Mr. Higginbotham was born in
The funeral was held from his residence Thursday morning, interment took
place in the
The Lafayette Advertiser 01/04/1905
Elizabeth Tinsley Higginbotham (1827-1904) LA
Mrs. James Higginbotham, a most estimable lady of
The Galveston (TX) Daily News 12/27/1909
Wade Edward Higginbotham (1871-1909) LA
Opelousas, La., Dec. 26-News reached here this morning of the death of Wade Higginbotham and a man named Roy at Arnaudville last evening. It appears that both men met at a saloon just across the parish line, and, being enemies, a fight ensued, Roy being shot through the heart and, in falling, struck Higginbotham on the head with his revolver, both men dying in a few moments.
The Daily Northwestern 1931
David Pipes Higginbotham (1908-1931) LA
ON TRIAL FOR SLAYING SON WHOM HE ACCUSED OF SELLING LIQUOR
Higginbotham was indicted for manslaughter after David was shot and fatally wounded in an argument which followed the father’s discovery of a jug of whiskey in a barn, leading the elder man to suspect his son was bootlegging.
As David fell, Lawrence Higginbotham, 12, another son, obtained a pistol and fired at the father several times, wounding him slightly.
Mrs. Higginbotham, who with her sons, Tom and Lawrence, testified against the father, said as she left the stand: “The killing of that boy was without cause.”
The Franklin Sun 06/11/1942
Thomas Elijah Higginbotham (1861-1942) MS/LA
Thomas Elijah Higginbotham, 81-year-old resident of Midway community, was buried Monday afternoon at Ogden cemetery in Liddieville community, with the Rev. A.C. Trapp, Chase Baptist minister, officiating. Funeral rites were at Sardis church. Pallbearers were Robert Cuave, Wade McCain, Kit McCain, Jim Cummins, J.O. Maynor and Bill McCassell. Mr. Higginbotham, who succumbed Sunday morning at his home, is survived by his wife, Mrs. Essie Higginbotham, and 12 children: G. W. Higginbotham, Swampers; Walter Higginbotham, Port Neches, Texas; Clarence Higginbotham, McComb, Miss.; Seaman Vencin Higginbotham, New Orleans; Thomas Higginbotham, Winnsboro; Monroe and Warren Higginbotham, New Orleans; Private (first class) Milburn Higginbotham, Camp Forest, Tenn.; Mrs. Bessie Stephenson, Baskin; Mrs. Clara Franks, Crowville; Dorothy and Myrtle Higginbotham, Winnsboro. Four half-brothers, Jay and Lee Cupit of Meadville, Miss., Dee and Jim Cupit of Crowville, and 36 grandchildren also survive. Final rites were conducted under direction of Mulhearn Funeral home.
The Billings (MT) Gazette 08/09/1943
Ernest Marvin Higginbotham (1921-1943) LA
B-26 Marauder Crew Dies in Accident
Dodge City, Kan., Aug. 8-A B-26 Marauder crashed near here Saturday during a routine training flight, killing all five members of the crew, the public relations office at the Dodge City army airfield announced Sunday night.
The dead...Private Ernest M. Higginbotham, 21, aerial engineer, son of Mrs. Mary E. Higginbotham, 936 Shirley avenue, Baton Rouge, La.
The Times-Picayune 02/03/1954
Roberta Higginbotham Bickham (1889-1954) LA
BICKHAM-Of 4406 Rhodes Drive, on Saturday, January 30, 1954, at 8 o'clock a.m., MRS. ROBERTA BICKHAM, beloved wife of Mr. Ivory L. Bickham; mother of the late Miss Vera Olina; sister of Mrs. Shirley L. Fisher of Independence, La., Mrs. Lillie V. Bates of Peoria, Miss., Mrs. Ruby L. Bickham of Tuskegge, Ala., Mrs. Carrie Mae Marshall and Mrs. Grace M. White of Centralia, Ill., Mrs. Velma V. Brooks of Slidell, La., Mr. James Higginbotham of Greensburg, La., and Mr. George Higginbotham; also survived by five brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law and a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of St. James A.M.E. church and the John G. Lewis Chapter No. I. O.E.S., Prince Hall Affiliated, Mrs. Manuel Isaiah, W.M., Mrs. Emma C. Blond, Boy Scouts of America, John Albert Dibert, the Mount Olive Lodge No. 21, Prince Hall Masons, the Y.M.C.A., the Universal Life Insurance Company and N.A.A.C.P., are respectfully invited to attend the wake on Tuesday night, February 2, 1954, at the Louisiana Undertaking Company,Inc., 1449 North Claiborne Avenue, and funeral on Wednesday, February 3, 1954, at 9 o'clock a.m., from the parlor, followed by religious services at St. James A.M.E. church, 222 North Roman Street. Rev. S.H. Collins officiating. Interment in Turner's Chapel cemetery, Greensburg, La. Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc., in charge.
American Press 07/26/1954
Everett Middleton Higginbotham (1921-1954) LA
E. Higginbotham Rites Held at Hopewell Church
Deridder, La.,-Funeral services for Everett M. Higginbotham, 32, of Leesville, were to be held at 3 p.m. today from the Hopewell Baptist church with the Rev. T.J. Cooley officiating. Burial directed by Hixson funeral home to be in the Hopewell cemetery.
Mr. Higginbotham died at 5:10 a.m. Sunday at the Veterans Hospital in Alexandria.
A native of DeRidder, he was a veteran of World War II and belonged to the Hopewell Baptist church of DeRidder.
Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Higginbotham, and one son, Everett M. Jr., all of Leesville; six sisters, Mrs. Edna Roberts of Longville, Mrs. Myrtle Roberts of Atlanta, Ga., Mrs. Edith Williamson of Slagle, Mrs. Eunice Marshall and Mrs. Beulah Davis of Rosepine and Mrs. Laura Parker of Leesville; and two brothers, Jewes and Ernie Higginbotham, both of Leesville.
American Press 07/14/1955
Kermit James Higginbotham (1940-1955) LA
Wreck Injuries Fatal to Boy
Lad Returning From Party is Struck by Car
Fourteen-year-old Kermit Higginbotham died early today of injuries received when his bicycle was struck by a car last night as he pedaled through the rain to his Gulf highway home from a birthday party a few blocks away.
The boy’s death was
The accident occurred at about 9:10 last night on the old Gulf
highway (
State police identified the driver of the car as Charles
Milton Guillory, 25-year-old radio repairman, of Route 2,
A preliminary investigation indicated the youngster was riding without lights on his bicycle as he cycled through the rain on the blacktop highway, State Police Trooper Gilbert Peshoff said.
Guillory called an ambulance which rushed the unconscious youngster to Memorial hospital where he died at about 3:25 this morning.
Family spokesman said the boy sustained serious head injuries and never regained consciousness.
The bicycle was declared a total loss and damage to Guillory’s car was estimated at about $100.
The body will be at the family home until 10 a.m. tomorrow when services will be held at St. Margaret’s Catholic church.
Burial in charge of Hixson funeral home will be in
Born in Church Point on September 2, 1940, young
Higginbotham had lived here with his family for the past seven years and was a
student at
A family spokesman said Kermit was returning from the home of an uncle, Howard Higginbotham, about five or six blocks from his own home when the accident occurred. He had attended a birthday party there for a first cousin, five-year-old Katherine Higginbotham.
Besides his parents he is survived by one brother, 17-year-old
Gilbert Higginbotham, also of
Advocate 08/09/1956
Sargent Prentiss Higginbotham (1866-1956) LA
Funeral Services Slated Today for S. P. Higginbotham
Funeral services will be held this morning at 10 o'clock for S. P. Higginbotham, father of former Mayor/President Powers Higginbotham and long-time resident of Baton Rouge.
Rites will be held at the Welsh Funeral Home and burial will be in the family plot in Magnolia Cemetery. Masonic rites will be held at the gravesite.
Higginbotham, 89, died Tuesday night at his home on Olive St. after a lengthy illness. He had been retired from the hotel and rooming house business since 1947.
Son of Ira M. Higginbotham and Rachel Ann Miller, early settlers in the Feliciana Parishes, Higginbotham was a native of Gilead. Well known in this area, he was associated with T&P railroad in Port Allen and New Roads prior to moving to Baton Rouge in 1911.
He was one of the founders of the First Methodist Church in New Roads and a member of the Blazing Star Lodge, F&AM, in Port Allen.
Pallbearers for the rites will be Roy Taylor, Robert L. Pruyn, Dr. Percy H. Christian, Jim Lane, Robert Higginbotham and L. J. Muse. The Rev. T.B. Lipscomb will officiate at the services.
Higginbotham is survived by three daughters, Mrs. E. P. Christian, Opelousas and Mrs. Roy R. Taylor and Mrs. Robert Pruyn, Baton Rouge; four sons, P. O., Goldsboro, N.C., and Powers, W. Gordon and Ed Lee, Baton Rouge; 14 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
Ruston Daily Leader 09/10/1956
Walter Edwin Higginbotham (1921-1956) LA
Ruston Native is Wreck Victim Near Chestnut, Saturday
The other victim was listed as Cleve Mazie, 53-year-old retired mechanic of Saline in Bienville Parish.
Higginbotham, the father of four children, died in a clinic at Hodge about half an hour after the two cars crashed on a bridge on Highway 9.
Both vehicles met on the narrow bridge and were unable to
avoid each other. Mazie and the two negroes were passengers in the
The accident occurred near the Natchitoches-Bienville Parish line.
Funeral services for Higginbotham were incomplete today,
but were to be held at the
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Peggy Wade Higginbotham; three sons, Eddie Higginbotham, Billy Higginbotham and Albert Higginbotham; one daughter, Joan Higginbotham; his mother, Mrs. Ina Mae Sisemore of Hodge, and his stepfather, John Sisemore.
Mazie’s body was taken to the Conger Funeral Home in
The Hammond Times 04/27/1957
Penny Lynn Higginbotham (1957-1957) LA
Penny Lynn Higginbotham, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Higginbotham of 5639 Sohl Ave., Hammond, died at St. Margaret Hospital on Thursday.
Graveside services were held in Elmwood Cemetery this morning with Oexmann Funeral Home, 5713 Hohman Ave., Hammond, in charge.
Besides her parents, the infant is survived by her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Higginbotham of Trafford, Ala., and her maternal grandfather, Charles Gembill of Michigan City, Ind.
Enterprise News-American 07/16/1959
Earl Higginbotham (1894-1959) AR/LA
Last Rites Held Tuesday For Earl Higginbotham
Earl Higginbotham, 64, Goldonna, died Sunday in a Pineville hospital after a
long illness.
Services were held Tuesday at Antioch Baptist Church, the Rev. R. Robinson
officiating.
Burial followed in the church cemetery under direction of Southern Funeral Home
of Winnfield.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Bertha Higginbotham, Goldonna; a daughter, Mrs. R.
F. Carr, Shreveport, and three grandchildren.
State Times Advocate 06/25/1960
William Gordon Higginbotham (ca1903-1960) LA/MS
Higginbotham Services Set This Afternoon
Services for W. G. Higginbotham, retired LSU swimming coach, will be held at 4:30 this afternoon at the Rabenhorst Funeral Home.
The Rev. T. B. Lipscomb will officiate. Burial will follow in Magnolia Cemetery.
Higginbotham, who as 57, suffered a stroke a week ago. He died yesterday at Parker Hospital in Jackson.
He retired from LSU in 1958 after serving on the staff as swimming coach and health and physical education instructor. He also directed intramural sports at the University at one time.
Higginbotham, once manager of the City Park swimming pool here, had also directed swimming and recreation programs in Alexandria, Covington and Jackson, Miss.
Higginbotham made his home here at 2127 Hollydale Ave. He had been a Boy Scout executive and had worked in a number of Scout camps.
Pallbearers will be Francis G. Thibodeaux, W. Evens Howell, Stuart A. Wetzel, S. Allen Wetzel, Calvin W. Williams and Fran A. LaGrone.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mayme T. Higginbotham; one son, 1st Lt. William Gordon Higginbotham Jr., United States Air Force; one daughter, Miss Katherine Ann Higginbotham, Baton Rouge; three sisters, Mrs. Lorena Christian, Opelousas, Mrs. Sadye Taylor and Mrs. Ruth Pruyn, both of Baton Rouge; three brothers, Percy Higginbotham, Goldsboro, N.C., Ed Lee Higginbotham and Powers H. Higginbotham, both of Baton Rouge; one grandson, William Gordon Higginbotham III, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Lake Charles American Press 12/05/1960
Joseph Franklin Higginbotham (1910-1960) LA
DeRidder-Funeral services for Joe F. Higginbotham Sr. of
Rt. 3, DeRidder, were set at 10 a.m. today at the Ferris funeral home chapel
with Rev. Bert Mitchell officiating. Burial was to be in
Mr. Higginbotham died at 2 a.m. Sunday at his home, following a short illness.
He was a plumber. He was a member of the Baptist church.
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Marie Higginbotham of DeRidder; four daughters, Mrs. Christine Garner of Bunkie, Mrs. Frances Babin of New Boston, Tex., Miss Joyce Higginbotham and Miss Bernice Higginbotham, both of DeRidder; two sons, Hildreth and Joe Higginbotham Jr., both of DeRidder; two grandchildren; four brothers, Silas, Tom and Elvin Higginbotham, all of DeRidder and Wash Higginbotham of West Lake; three sisters, Mrs. Sylvester Whittington and Mrs. Centellia Jarrells of DeRidder and Mrs. Eliza Waller of France.
Lake Charles American Press 01/23/1961
Electa Colligan Higginbotham (1872-1961) LA
Church Point-Mrs. Nap Higginbotham, 90, the former Electa Colligan of Church Point, died at 8:40 a.m. today at her home in Church Point.
Funeral services are set at 10 a.m. Saturday in Our Lady of Sacred Heart Catholic church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Guidry funeral home.
Survivors are six sons, Simon, Jack, Armond, Howard and Willery Higginbotham, all of Church Point, and Voris Higginbotham of Baton Rouge; two daughters, Mrs. Jean Barousse of Church Point and Mrs. Adolph Daigle of Branch; one sister, Mrs. Albert Olivia of Church Point; 43 grandchildren, 96 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
Lake Charles American Press 01/23/1962
Raynold Higginbotham (1942-1962) LA
Church Point-Raynold Higginbotham, 19, died Monday at 12:10 p.m. at the Church Point hospital after a four day illness.
Funeral services were to be held at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic church today at 11:00 a.m. Burial was to be in the church cemetery under direction of the Guidry funeral home.
Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willery Higginbotham of Church Point; three brothers. Donald, Elliott and Barry Higginbotham, all of Church Point; and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Moise Daigle Sr. of Church Point.
Advocate 02/01/1962
Mayme Thibodeaux Higginbotham (ca1905-19620 LA
Coach's Widow Dies at Home Following Attack
Mrs. Mayme T. Higginbotham, widow of Coach William G. (Hickey) Higginbotham of LSU, was fatally stricken Tuesday.
She expired at 10:45 a.m. following a heart seizure at her residence at 2127 Hollydale Ave. She was 56 years old and a native of Breaux Bridge.
Mrs. Higginbotham was assistant manager of the LSU Field House Coffee Shop.
Her husband, who was a retired swimming coach and physical education instructor at LSU, died several months ago.
Funeral services will be held for Mrs. Higginbotham at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Aloysius Catholic Church, with burial to follow in Magnolia Cemetery.
The body will be at the Rabenhorst Parlors until 2:45 p.m. Wednesday.
Survivors include a son, William G. Higginbotham Jr., with the U.S. Air Force at Las Vegas, Nev.; a daughter, Miss Ann Higginbotham of Baton Rouge; four brothers, Louis, Francis, and Paul Thibodeaux, all three of Baton Rouge, and O.L. Thibodeaux of Shreveport; and one grandson, William G. Higginbotham III.
Mrs. Higginbotham had lived in Baton Rouge most of hr life. She attended Baton Rouge High. She has been assistant manager of the Field House shop for about 14 years.
Lake Charles American Press 02/28/1962
Irene Higginbotham (1894-1962) LA
Church Point-Miss Irene Higginbotham, 63, of Church Point, died at 7:40 a.m. Tuesday in Alexandria.
Funeral services were to be held at 10 a.m. today in Our Lady of Sacred Heart Catholic church in Church point with burial in the church cemetery, under the direction of the Guidry funeral home of Church Point.
She is survived by one brother, Jerry Higginbotham of Church Point; three sisters, Mrs. J. LeBleu, Mrs. Bertrand Miller, and Mrs. Elie Jagneaux, all of Church Point; three nieces, Mrs. Ovey Menard, Mrs. Louis Latiolas, and Mrs. John McMillian, all of Lake Charles.
Lake Charles American Press 08/07/1962
Joseph Gerasin "Jerry Joseph" Higginbotham (1881-1962) LA
Church Point-Jerry J. Higginbotham, 81, a local barber and jeweler, died suddenly at his home Monday at 8 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Guidry’s funeral home.
Survivors include one son, Leander Higginbotham of Church Point; two daughters, Mrs. Vincent Bergeron and Mrs. Cleopha Mouille, both of Church Point; three sisters, Mrs. Juste LeBleu, Mrs. Bertrand Miller and Mrs. Elie Jagneaux, all of Church Point; two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Mr. Higginbotham was a lifelong resident of the Church Point community and a member of Woodmen of the World Society.
Lake Charles American Press 07/09/1965
Jewes Augustus Higginbotham (1912-1965) LA
Leesville-Jewes August Higginbotham, 53, lifelong resident
of Leesville, died at 1:50 a.m. today in a
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Effie Higginbotham of Leesville; his mother, Mrs. Minerva Higginbotham of Leesville; four sons, Milton Higginbotham of Merryville, Hilton, Roy and Troy Higginbotham, all of Leesville; two daughters, Mrs. Lydia Parker of Merryville and Mrs. Fairlean of Leesville.
Also six sisters, Mrs. Ennis Marshall of Rosepine, Mrs. Edith Williams of Slagle, and Mrs. Beulah Davis, Mrs. Edna Roberts, Mrs. Laura Parker and Mrs. Myrtis Roberts, all of Leesville; one brother, Ernie Higginbotham of Orange, Tex., and five grandchildren.
Lake Charles American Press 11/11/1966
Silas Augusta Higginbotham (1908-1966) LA
DeRidder-Funeral services for Silas Higginbotham, 57, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Hixson Funeral Home chapel here.
Burial will be in the
Mr. Higginbotham died at 11:50 p.m. Wednesday in a
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Sarah Higginbotham; four daughters, Mrs. Iva Jean Pickett, Mrs. Rose Vivian Kaplan, Mrs. Mary Etta Simmons and Lillian Higginbotham, all of DeRidder; three brothers, George Higginbotham of Merryville, and Elvin and Thomas Higginbotham, both of DeRidder.
Also three sisters, Mrs. Liza Waller of
The Port Arthur News 01/24/1967
Marie Onezida LeDoux Higginbotham (1887-1967) LA
Burial was to be today at 3 p.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park of Beaumont. Mrs. Higginbotham died Monday at 9:30 a.m. in a nursing home after a long illness.
Survivors include a son, Stafford Higginbotham, Jr. of
Lake Charles American Press 03/13/1967
Charles Higginbotham (1886-1967) LA
Funeral services for Charles Higginbotham, 80, of
Mr. Higginbotham died at 2:40 a.m. Sunday in a local hospital.
He was a native of Church point and had resided in
Survivors are one son, Charles L. Higginbotham of Sunset; two daughters, Mrs. Grace H. Richard and Mrs. Gladys Touchet, both of Lake Charles; two brothers, Offord Higginbotham of Church Point and Hershel Higginbotham of Lake Charles; four sisters, Mrs. Jules Miller of Sunset, Mrs. Leonard Fontenot of West Lake, Mrs. Bennett Fontenot of Church Point, and Mrs. Alvater Dragon of Houston; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The Port Arthur News 10/10/1968
Joseph Stafford Higginbotham (1886-1968) LA
Beaumont-Funeral services for Stafford Higginbotham 82, of
Mr. Higginbotham died Tuesday at 12:55 p.m. in the Holly Hill
Nursing home at
The Times-Picayune 10/30/1968
Edward H. Higginbotham (ca1907-1968) AL/LA
Edward H. Higginbotham, on Tuesday, October 29, 1968, at 11:55 am., beloved husband of Anita Ferrara, father of James E. Higginbotham of Greenwood, Miss; son of Rose Hughes and the late James E. Higginbotham; brother of Philip Higginbotham and Mrs. Theo Edney; also survived by two grandchildren, age 61 years; a native of Talladega Springs, Ala., and a resident of New Orleans the past three years. Private funeral services were held from the funeral home of Jacob Schoen & Son, Inc., 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, on Wednesday, October 30, 1968 at 8 am. Interment in Laketown Park Mausoleum. Donation to Cancer Fund.
Jennings Daily News 10/24/1969
Zelen Higginbotham Broussard (ca1889-1969) LA
Broussard rites will be held Sat.
LAKE ARTHUR, La. - Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church for Mrs. Zelen Higginbotham Broussard, 80, who died Wednesday at her home in Lake Arthur.
The funeral, at which the Rev. Charles Soileau will officiate, will be followed by burial in the church cemetery under the direction of the Good Shepard Funeral Home.
Survivors include her husband, Charlie Broussard of Lake Arthur.
The Monroe News-Star 10/16/1974
John Edgar Higginbotham (1890-1974) LA
DELHI — Funeral services for John Edgar Higginbotham, 84, of Delhi were to be held at 4 p.m. today in First Baptist Church of Delhi with the Rev. Paul Lipe and the Rev. Lewis Clark officiating. Burial was to be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Delhi. Mr. Higginbotham died Tuesday morning in the Richland Parish Hospital here after a short illness. Mr. Higginbotham was a cotton buyer and a native of Oak Ridge, but had lived in Delhi most of his life. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Mamie W. Higginbotham of Delhi; three stepsons, William L. Bryan, John Bryan, both of Delhi, and George B. Bryan of McComb, Miss.; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Mary B. Thomas and Mrs. Martha B. White, both of Delhi; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were to be Bill Bryan Jr., Jim Thomas, Mike Thomas, Scott Bryan, Trip White, Bob Thomas, Benny Bryan and B. E. Pickett Jr.
The (Port Arthur) News 08/11/1975
Cecille Higginbotham Guidry (1923-1975) LA
Funeral services were held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday in
The Times-Picayune 03/12/1976
George W. Higginbotham (1883-1976) LA
George W. Higginbotham, on Tuesday, March 9, 1976 at 9 o'clock p.m., beloved husband of Mrs. Sarah A. Higginbotham, father of Luter Higginbotham, Paul Jesse, Dorothy Fairley, and the late Geraldine H. Jefferson, brother of James Higginbotham, Madames Velma Brooks, Grace White, Mae Marshall, Shirley Fisher, and Lillie Bates, also survived by grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Relatives and friends of the family, also Christ Temple, House of Eternal and St. James AME Church, are invited to attend the funeral. Service from Louisiana Undertaking Co., 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., on Saturday, March 13, 1976 at 8:30 o'clock a.m. Religious services at the parlor. Elder Miller officiating. Interment Black Creek Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Wake services on Friday, March 12, 1976 from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Louisiana Undertaking Co., Bobby Francois, Director.
Clarke County Tribune 01/15/1981
Josephine Kufel Higginbotham (1912-1981) LA
Services for Mrs. Josephine Kufel Higginbotham, age 69, New Orleans, who died Wednesday, held at Wright Funeral Home Saturday morning. Interment in Quitman Cemetery. A 20 year New Orleans resident, she was the wife of the late Jim McDonald Higginbotham. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Wanda Burton, Meridian; Mrs. Francis Neal, Niceville, FL; four brothers, Paul, Pete and Carlis Kufel, Quitman; Anthony Kufel, Houma, LA.
Lafourche Comet 06/13/1982
Benjamin Higginbotham (1942-1982) LA
Benjamin Higginbotham, a native of Opelousas and resident of Houma, died
Saturday at age 40. He was secretary-treasurer of Duplantis Truck Line.
Visitation will be from 1-10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday from the funeral home chapel.
Burial will follow at St. Francis No. 2 cemetery.
Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his wife, June Duplantis Higginbotham; by his
parents, Verlis Miller Higginbotham and Charles Higginbotham; by three
daughters, Jessica Higginbotham, Mrs. John (Melissa Charpentier) Roell, and
Michelle Charpentier, all of Houma; by a brother, John Dalton Higginbotham of
Opelousas; and by a sister, Mrs. Jerome (Deanna Gayle) LeBlanc of Houma.
Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Enterprise News-American 02/18/1983
F. A. Higginbotham (1930-1983) LA
F. A. Higginbotham, 52, 1609 Holloway Drive, Pineville, died Thursday,
February 11, 1983 in Rapides General Hospital.
He was a pump superintendent for the City of Pineville and a member of Alpine
Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Katie F. Higginbotham of Pineville; a brother, Arter
Higginbotham of Crowville; two sisters, Eva Mae Cricks and Maggie Hebert, both
of Baton Rouge.
Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of Hixson Bros., Pineville,
with the Revs. Charles Youngblood and James Hogan officiating. Burial was
in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Winnfield.
06/20/1985
Guy Rudolph Higginbotham (1926-1985) MS/LA
Funeral services have been scheduled for Friday at 2 p.m. from the First
Methodist Church in Houma for Guy Rudolph Higginbotham, 58, a native of
Mississippi and resident of Lafayette, who died Wednesday at 9:05 p.m. He is
survived by his wife, Judith Guidroz Higginbotham; his mother, Mrs. Mae Wright
Mabry of Buna, Texas; one stepson, Dan Gray Jr.; three daughters, Mrs. Terry
(Lisa) Guidroz of Schriever, Mrs. Ronnie (Susie) Guidry of Florida, Mrs. Lee
(Julie) Nehrhoff of Baton Rouge; and one stepdaughter, Monica Gray of Lafayette.
He is also survived by seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
father, Guy Roland Higginbotham; and one stepson, Brandon Gray. Visitation will
be held today from 6-10 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. until funeral time at
Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in
Thibodaux.
The Advocate 12/27/1987
Willie A. Smart Higginbotham (1904-1987) LA
Died 10:32 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 26, 1987, at Medical Center of Baton Rouge. She was 83, a native of Holden and resident of Livingston. Visiting at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, 2 to 11 p.m. Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday. Religious services at First Methodist Church, Livingston, at 1 p.m. Monday, conducted by the Rev. Lewis Morris. Burial in Palmetto Cemetery, Walker. Survived by four daughters, Willie O. "Jackie" Morales, Albany, Rebecca Smith, Holden, Martha Lou Lee and Maggie Higginbotham, both of Livingston; eight sons, Jack "Scott" Higginbotham and Louis Lodney Higginbotham, both of Walker, Phillip Higginbotham, Baton Rouge, Julius, Jerry, Mark, Sterling and Charles Higginbotham, all of Livingston; two sisters, Gladys Lovett, Walker, and Christina Roseman, Denham Springs; 33 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of First Methodist Church, Livingston, Eastern Star Lodge, Denham Springs, and Rebecca of Livingston.
The Advocate 06/26/1990
Linda Muse Higginbotham (1950-1990) LA
Died 6:50 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 1990, at Charity Hospital, New Orleans. She was 39, a native and resident of Greensburg. Visiting at M.J.R. Friendly Service Funeral Home, Greensburg, 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday. Religious services at Turner's Chapel AME Church, Greensburg, 1 p.m. Wednesday, conducted by the Rev. Stanley Carter. Burial in church cemetery. Survived by husband, James E. Higginbotham; a son, James A. Higginbotham; two daughters, Antwyla and Katrena Higginbotham; and mother-in-law, Mary Higginbotham, all of Greensburg; two sisters, Vera Anderson and Mattie Higginbotham; and a brother, Ivy Muse, all of New Orleans; a grandson; five brothers-in-law; seven sisters-in-law; numerous other relatives and friends. She was a member of OES No. 113.
Times Picayune 08/16/1994
Norman Arthur Higginbotham (1943-1994) TX/LA
Norman Arthur Higginbotham, chairman of the chemistry and physics department at
Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, died Sunday of lung cancer at his
home in Albany, La. He was 51. Mr. Higginbotham was born in Walker and lived in
Albany for many years. He was an Air Force
Veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife, Lucille Frey
Higginbotham; two sons, Norman August Higginbotham of Orlando, Fla., and Wyatt
Higginbotham of Albany; a daughter, Normandy Hood of Denham Springs; and a
sister, Linda Ballard of Denham Springs. A funeral will be Wednesday at 11 a.m.
at Harry McNeely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond. Visitation will be today from 6
To 10 p.m. Burial will be in Beechridge Cemetery, Denham Springs.
Times Picayune 12/22/1994
Kathryn Patricia Higginbotham Gros (1920-1994) CT/LA
Kathryn Higginbotham Gros, a homemaker, died Tuesday of a heart attack at her
home in Harvey. She was 74. Mrs. Gros was born in New London, Conn., and lived
in Harvey for 22 years. She was formerly employed by Southern New England
Telephone Co. Survivors include her husband, Paul John Gros Jr.; a son, Paul J.
Gros III; two daughters, Kathy Gros Faulkner and Karen Gros Kern; two sisters,
Ethel H. Newcomb and Frances H. Lake; and three grandchildren. A funeral will be
held Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 West Bank Expressway,
Harvey. Burial will be in Biloxi National Cemetery.
Times Picayune 05/19/1995
Velma Higginbotham Brooks (ca1905-1995) LA
Velma "Vee" Higginbotham Brooks, a retired teacher, died Wednesday in Slidell.
She was 90. Mrs. Brooks was born in Greensburg and lived in Slidell for many
years. She was a member of Quillen Temple Church of God in Christ. She is
survived by her husband, Robert Charles Brooks Jr.; a daughter, June B. Paul; a
sister, Lillie V. Bates of Alexandria, Va.; two grandchildren and four
great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Quillen
Temple Church of God in Christ, 812 Stanley St., Slidell. Burial will be at
Black Creek Cemetery, Louisiana 10, Greensburg. Freddie E. Doyle Funeral Home in
Slidell is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 02/17/1997
David Mark Higginbotham (1942-1997) LA
A retired carpenter, member of Carpenters Local Union No. 1098 and resident of Livingston, he died at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 1997, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 54 and a native of Corbin. Visiting was held at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. Visiting at the funeral home 8 a.m. until religious services at 3:30 p.m. Monday, conducted by the Rev. Dwight Barber. Interment in Old Red Oak Cemetery. Survived by wife, Julia Higginbotham; a daughter and son-in-law, Michele and Lecil McFadden; three sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Christi Higginbotham, Henry and Misty Higginbotham and Jack II and Joy Higginbotham; four sisters, Jackie Morales, Martha Lou Lee, Becky Smith and Maggie Higginbotham; six brothers, Scott, Julius, Lodney, Philip, Sterling and Charles Higginbotham; seven grandchildren, Tracy, Casey, Henry, Jesse Waylon and Chey Higginbotham, Geron and Sara McFadden; mother-in-law, Julia McCorkle; two sisters-in-law, Katie Langley and Nettie Toms; and two brothers-in-law, Jesse McCorkle and Donald McCorkle. Preceded in death by parents, Jack and Willie Higginbotham; a brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Phoebe Higginbotham; and two brothers-in-law, Russell McCorkle and Butch Lee. Pallbearers will be John Saucier, Bo Lee, Mike Hughes, Sterling Joseph Higginbotham, Buck Higginbotham, Lee Taylor, Jessie McCorkle and Donald McCorkle. He was a member of Livingston Methodist Church.
Baton Rouge Advocate 10/16/1997
Carrie Higginbotham Adams (1896-1997) LA
A retired seamstress with Goudchaux's with 30 years of service and a resident of
Baton Rouge, she died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1997, at Zachary Manor Nursing Home. She
was 100 and a native of St. Francisville. Interment in Galilee Baptist Church
cemetery.
Survived by grandchildren, Claudia Laperouse, Pride, and Boyd and Claude Adams, both of Baker; a daughter-in-law, Theda Adams, Baton Rouge; eight great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, Claude Daniel Adams Sr.; two sons, Boyd W. and Claude D. Adams; a daughter, Bertha Mae Adams; and a grandson, Karl R. Adams. She was a member of Rebecca Lodge No. 62 and a longtime member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, both in Baton Rouge.
The Courier 12/07/1997
Ruby Jewel Higginbotham Collum (1922-1997) TX/LA
Ruby Jewel Higginbotham Collum, 75, a native of Mexia, Texas, and resident of
Houma, died at 12:50 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home. A second
visitation will take place Tuesday in Kilgore, Texas, at Rader Funeral Home.
For more information, call (903) 984-2525.
She is survived by one son, James Edward Brown;
one brother, Andrew Woodward Higginbotham Jr. of Longview, Texas; three
grandchildren, Kim Rodrigue Champagne of Houma, Melissa LeBoeuf of Houma, and
Jaime Brown of San Antonio, Texas; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward
Russell Collum; one daughter, Margaret LeBoeuf; one brother, James Aubry
Higginbotham; and two sisters, Myrtle Marie Higginbotham Oliver.
She was a Baptist. She was a member of
Eastern Star and served as the queen of the Krewe of Flames in 1966.
Opelousas Daily World 01/20/1998
Athalie Sonnier Higginbotham (1920-1998) LA
PORT BARRE - Funeral services for Mrs. Athalie Sonnier Higginbotham, 77, will be
held at 3:30 p.m. today in Sacred Heart Catholic Church here with burial in the
new church cemetery. The Rev. Mike Hebert will conduct the services.
Mrs. Higginbotham, a native of Eunice and a resident of Port Barre for most of
her life, died at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday, January 13, 1998, in Columbia Doctors'
Hospital in Opelousas.
Survivors include: three sons, Billy Comeaux, Johnny Comeaux and Roy Comeaux
Jr., all of Port Barre; a daughter, Mrs. Danny (Maxine) Stoute of Port Barre; a
brother, Hilman (Edmond) Sonnier of Port Barre; a sister, Mary Ann Prudhomme of
Port Barre; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her first husband, James Roy Comeaux
Sr.; and her second husband, Oscar Higginbotham.
Visiting hours began at 3:30 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. today until
time of services. A rosary was recited at 6:30 p.m. Sibille Funeral Home of Port
Barre was in charge of arrangements.
03/06/1998
Yola Mae Fisette Higginbotham (1921-1998) LA
Moss Bluff -- Funeral services for Mrs. Ward (Yola Mae) Higginbotham, 75, will
be at 2 p.m. today, March 6, from St. Theodore Catholic Church.
The Revs. Charles Dubois and Joseph Bourque will officiate. Burial will be in
Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles.
Visitation is from 8 a.m. in Hixson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. A rosary was
said Thursday evening.
Mrs. Higginbotham died Wednesday, March 4, 1998, in her residence.
A native of Opelousas, she had lived in the Lake Charles area since 1950. She
was a member of St. Theodore Catholic Church. She was a member of VFW Post 2130,
Lady's Auxiliary past president, and past president of District V, VFW.
Survivors include her husband; one son, Michael Ward Higginbotham of Lake
Charles; one granddaughter; and one step grandson.
Lake Charles American Press 04/16/1998
Natalie Mae Vincent Higginbotham (1943-1998) LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Natalie Mae Higginbotham, 54, will be at 3
p.m. Friday, April 17, in Johnson Funeral Home.
Deacon Dan Landry will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens
Cemetery.
Visitation is from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6 p.m.; and from 8
a.m. Friday.
Mrs. Higginbotham died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 1998, in a local
hospital.
A native of Lake Arthur, she was a resident of Lake Charles for many years and
was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, Abbie Joseph Higginbotham; one son, John Mark
Landry of Lake Charles; one daughter, Rose Keele of Dickson, Texas; one stepson,
Edgar Higginbotham of Lake Charles; three stepdaughters, Linda Kingrey of Eunice
and Connie Chesson and Edna Norris, both of Lake Charles; five brothers, Larry
Landry of Baton Rouge, Billy Landry of Lake Charles; Allen and Norman Landry,
both of DeRidder, and V.M. Landry of Memphis, Tenn.; four sisters, Doris Franklin
of Lake Charles, Linda Woolford of Sulphur, Earline Pousson of Iota and Viola
LeJeune of Jennings; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Lake Charles American Press 04/20/1998
Florence Higginbotham Bible (1938-1998) LA/TX
Funeral services for Mrs. Florence (Higginbotham) Bible, 60, of San Angelo,
Texas, will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 21, in Johnson Funeral Home.
The Rev. Edgar Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery.
Visitation is from 2-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Mrs. Bible died at 7:10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, 1998, in her residence.
A native of Bell City, she lived in West Texas most of her life. She was a
member of First Assembly of God Church.
Survivors include one son, Wayne Doucet of San Angelo; two daughters, Brenda
Chaline of Lake Charles and Shelia Faulk of San Angelo; one step-son, Earl
Trahan Jr. of Lake Charles; three sisters, Elda Tramonte, Mary Louise Trahan and
Ethel Marie Arabie, all of Lake Charles; and six grandchildren.
Times Picayune 06/18/1998
Jeanne Higginbotham Landry (1934-1998) LA
Jeanne Higginbotham Landry, vice president of Pratt Landry Associates Inc. and a
microwave cookbook author, died Wednesday of liver disease at Tulane University
Medical Center. She was 63. Mrs. Landry was born in New Orleans and lived in
Metairie. She graduated from St. Joseph's Academy. She was a former principal of
St. Lawrence The Martyr High School in Kenner. In the early 1970s she began
adapting Creole and Cajun recipes to the microwave oven and introduced many
residents of Louisiana to this method of cooking through her work for Louis W.
Howat and Son Distributors, McDonald Sales and General Electric. She wrote a
cookbook, "Saute", containing many of her Creole and Cajun microwave
adaptations. Survivors include her husband, Pratt Landry; three sons, Dave, Tim
and Pratt Landry III; two daughters, Collette Landry Weaver and Amy Landry Bodet;
her mother, Winona Robichaux Higginbotham; And 11 grandchildren. A mass will be
said Friday At 11 a.m. at Our Lady Of The Rosary Catholic Church, 3368 Esplanade
Ave. Visitation will be today from 6 To 9 p.m. at Jacob Schoen & Son
Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., and Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. Burial
will be in Metairie Cemetery.
Lake Charles American Press 08/07/1998
Thomas Higginbotham (1920-1998) LA
Funeral services for Thomas Higginbotham, 78, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug.
8, in Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery.
Mr. Higginbotham died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 1998, in his residence.
Opelousas Daily World 01/29/1999
Edna Marie Faul Higginbotham (1910-1999) LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Gilbert Higginbotham, the former Edna Marie "Mamie"
Faul, 88, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church
in Opelousas with burial in Bellevue Memorial Park.
The Rev. Jeff DeBlanc will conduct the services.
Mrs. Higginbotham, a resident of Opelousas, died at 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, January
27, 1999, in Doctors' Hospital of Opelousas. She was a housewife.
Survivors include: two grandchildren, Jay Guidry of Opelousas and Carla Dupuy of
Tucson, Ariz.; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Marshall (Elia)
Burleigh of Sunset.
Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Higginbotham; a
daughter, Myrtle Guidry; and her parents, Arcard and Melissa Venable Faul.
Visiting hours will be observed from 4 to 11 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. Saturday
until time of services. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m.
Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home on the Old Sunset Road in Opelousas is in charge of
arrangements.
Lake Chares American Press 02/16/1999
Bertha Daigle Higginbotham (1919-1999) LA
Funeral services for Bertha Daigle Higginbotham, 80, will be at 10 a.m.
Thursday, Feb. 18, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Dan Landry will
officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery.
Visitation is 2-10 p.m. Wednesday, with a Scripture service at 7:30 p.m.; and
from 8 a.m. Thursday.
Mrs. Higginbotham died at 8:20 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, 1999, in a local
hospital.
A native of Church Point, she was a Lake Charles resident for most of her life.
She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church.
Survivors include one son, Jackie Higginbotham of Lake Charles; two sisters,
Ruby Latiolais of Lake Charles and Ivy Tredell of Lewisburg; five grandchildren;
and four great-grandchildren.
Opelousas Daily World 02/23/1999
Gloria Jane Benoit Higginbotham (1939-1999) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Mrs. Gloria B. Higginbotham, 59,
will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church
here with burial in the church cemetery.
The Rev. Mitchel Guidry will conduct the services.
Mrs. Higginbotham, a resident of Church Point, died Monday, February 22, 1999,
in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette.
Survivors include: her husband, Harry Higginbotham of Church Point; two
daughters, Christine Higginbotham of Church Point and Stephanie Higginbotham of
Baton Rouge; a son, Joseph Higginbotham of Church Point; two grandsons, Layton
Higginbotham and Connor McDonald; and a sister, Lacy Benoit of Church Point.
Visiting hours will be observed from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m.
Wednesday until time of services. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.
Duhon Funeral Home of Church Point is in charge of arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 3/16/1999
Natrice Vital Higginbotham (1912-1999) LA
Funeral services for Natrice Higginbotham, 86, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday,
March 17, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery
under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Wednesday
in the funeral home.
Mrs. Higginbotham died Sunday, March 14, 1999, in a local hospital.
A native of Lake Charles, she was a school teacher for 40 years. She was a
member for the Christian Mothers.
Survivors include two sons, G.C. Higginbotham of Lake Charles and Clorenza
Higginbotham of Perris, Calif.; one brother, Oliver Vital of New Orleans; two
sisters, Matilda Higginbotham of Los Angeles and Olena Broussard of Lake
Charles; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Opelousas Daily World 04/07/1999
Barbara Ann Guidroz Higginbotham
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Mrs. Archie Higginbotham, the former
Barbara Guidroz, 54, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Our Lady of the Sacred
Heart Catholic Church here with burial in the church cemetery #2.
The Rev. Tom Montelaro will conduct the services.
Mrs. Higginbotham, a resident of Church Point, died at 3:53 p.m. Wednesday,
April 6, 1999, in Doctors' Hospital of Opelousas. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include: her mother, Mrs. Hazel Marks of Prairie Ronde; her
husband, Archie Higginbotham of Church Point; three sons, David Nelams,
Newton Nelams and Archie Higginbotham, all of Church Point; three daughters,
Donna Arnaud of Opelousas, Catherine Faul and Amanda Bourque, both of Church
Point; three brothers, Harold Guidroz of Port Barre, Camille Guidroz of St.
Martinville and Joseph Guidroz of Prairie Ronde; two sisters, Rose Guidroz of
Port Barre and Elaine Aymond of Prairie Ronde; and 17 grandchildren.
Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Guidroz; her
paternal grandmother, Angelle Guidroz; and her maternal grandparents,
Hepolite and Ceraide Thibodeaux.
Pallbearers will be Tony Faul, Archie Higginbotham Jr., David Nelams, Mark
Arnaud, Kevin Bourque and Newton Nelams. Honorary pallbearers will be Giles Faul,
Timothy Nelams, Jeremy Nelams and Shane Lyons.
Visiting hours will be observed from 10 a.m. today until time of services on
Thursday. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by Jim Cormier.
Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point is in charge of arrangements.
Farmerville Gazette 7/15/1999
Walter Edwin Higginbotham (1943-1999) LA
Graveside services for Mr. W.E. "Eddie" Higginbotham, age 55 of Monroe, were
held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 11, 1999, at the Downsville Cemetery in
Downsville.
Arrangements were under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville.
Mr. Higginbotham, an iron worker, died on Tuesday, July 6, 1999, after a sudden
illness in Omaha, Nebraska. He was a member of the Iron-worker Union Local 710
for the past 32 years.
Survivors include his wife, Billie Higginbotham of Monroe; two sons, Terry
Higginbotham and wife Colleen of Omaha and Mike Higginbotham of Monroe;
mother-in -law, Madge Long of West Monroe; two brothers, Billy Paul Higginbotham
all of Houston and Albert Higginbotham of Bastrop; one sister, JoAnn Brister of
West Monroe; and five grandchildren, David, Erin, Daniel, Jon-Michael and Sierra
Higginbotham.
Opelousas Daily World 08/16/1999
Paul Randy Higginbotham (1952-1999)
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Mr. Randy Higginbotham, 46, were
held at 2 p.m. today in Guidry Funeral Home Chapel here with burial in Our Lady
of the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Church Point.
Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point was in charge of arrangements.
Ashley County (AR) Ledger 09/05/1999
Joe Andrew Higginbotham, Jr. (1921-1999) AR/LA
Services for Joe Andrew Higginbotham, Jr., 78, of Monroe, LA, were at 2
p.m. Saturday, September 4, 1999, at Kilpatrick's chapel on Lamy Lane in Monroe
with Rev. Jim Brown officiating. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe.
Mr. Higginbotham died Wednesday, September 1, 1999. He was born July 24, 1921,
in Hamburg to Joe and Estelle Higginbotham and grew up in Ashley County. He
served his country in the Army Air Corps and married his high school sweetheart,
Jean Anita Bradney Higginbotham, who preceded him in death. He spent 35 years in
the finance business, mostly in Monroe, with Friendly Finance, retiring in 1983.
He spent his retirement years with his beloved Mary Jo Williams Higginbotham
hunting and fishing until her untimely death. He was a member of Graham Surghnor
Masonic Lodge #383, F&AM, the Monroe Scottish Rite bodies, and was a York Rite
Mason. He was a member of the Barak Shrine Temple where he served as a member of
the provost guard and a member of the High Twelve Club of NLU. He regularly
volunteered his time and energies to many worthwhile projects. He attended the
Fist Baptist Church of Monroe as often as his health would allow. Survivors
include his two sons, Joe and Brad Higginbotham of Grand Junction, CO; three
stepchildren, James and Ken Williams and Karen Carnahan of West Monroe; 14
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; a sister, Agnes Weldon of Chebeaque
Island, Maine; and a brother, W. T. Higginbotham of Hamburg.
Opelousas Daily World 10/30/1999
Harry Joseph Higginbotham (1928-1999)
LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Harry Higginbotham, 71, will be held
2 p.m. Sunday at Duhon Funeral Home here with burial in Our Lady of the Sacred
Heart Cemetery.
Officiating will be the Rev. David McCraney.
Mr. Higginbotham died 5:31 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 1999, at Our Lady of
Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette.
Survivors include: his wife, Roberta Higginbotham of Church Point; two sons,
John Higginbotham and Michael Higginbotham, both of Church Point; four
daughters, Karen Richard of Church Point, Elizabeth Mire of Richard, and Rhonda
Darby and Tiffany Boudreaux, both of Sunset; two brothers, Austin Higginbotham
and George Higginbotham, both of Church Point; a sister, Valarie LeJeune of
Richard; and 17 grandchildren.
Mr. Higginbotham is preceded in death by his parents, John B. and Louise
Higginbotham; a brother, Ray Higginbotham; and two sisters, Ruby Bihm and Esther
Higginbotham.
Visitation is 6 p.m. to time of service Sunday at the funeral home.
Duhon Funeral Home of Church Point is in charge of arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 11/18/1999
Hildred Newton Higginbotham (1946-1999) LA
DERIDDER -- Funeral services for Hildred N.
Higginbotham, 53, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, in Myers-Colonial Funeral
Home. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.
Mr. Higginbotham died Tuesday, Nov. 16, 1999, in a Lake Charles hospital.
Lake Charles American Press 11/27/1999
Vicy
Marie Keel Higginbotham (1914-1999) LA
DERIDDER -- Funeral services for Mrs. Marie
Higginbotham, 88, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, in Myers-Colonial Funeral
Home. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.
Mrs. Higginbotham died Thursday, Nov. 25, 1999, in her residence.
Lake Charles American Press 12/30/1999
Vina Mae Gautreaux Higginbotham (1930-1999) LA
DERIDDER -- Funeral services for Vina Mae
"Verna" Higginbotham, 69, will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 31, in Hopewell
Baptist Church. The Rev. Byron Williams will officiate. Burial will be in
Hopewell Cemetery under the direction of Beauregard-Vernon Funeral Home.
Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today at the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Friday
at the church.
Mrs. Higginbotham died at 5:20 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1999,, in a DeRidder
hospital.
A native of Big Lake, she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She moved to
Bundick Lake 17 years ago and retired as a teacher aide at K.R. Hanchey
Elementary School. She was formerly employed at the at the Calcasieu Association
for Retarded Citizens in Westlake as a teacher aide. She was a member of
Hopewell Baptist Church.
Survivors include two sons, Jeffrey Higginbotham of Dickenson, Texas, and Gary
Mire of Moss Bluff; three daughters, Gloria Harlloe of Oroville, Calif., Gwen
Broussard of Moss Bluff and Sandra Bostick of Haddock, Ga.; two brothers, Dae
Gautreaux of Scott and Weston Gautreaux of Rayne; seven sisters, Ruby Cormier of
Eunice, Laura Short of Broussard, Ruth Skipper and Hazel Cormier, both of Duson,
Anna Benoit of Wadsworth, Texas, Anna Mae Simmoneaux and Sylvia Dominique, both
of Rayne; 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Lake Charles American Press 01/03/2000
Mabel Lyons Higginbotham (1916-2000) LA
CHURCH POINT -- Funeral services for Mabel
Lyons Higginbotham, 83, will be at 2 p.m. today, Jan. 3, in First Pentecostal
Church. Interment will be in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum under the
direction of Guidry Funeral Home.
Mrs. Higginbotham died Friday, Dec. 31, 1999, in the Opelousas hospital.
Opelousas Daily World 02/14/2000
Lora Doucet Higginbotham (1910-2000)
LA
WHITEVILLE - Funeral services for Ms. Lora Higginbotham, 89, were held
at 2 p.m. today in Resurrection Church here with burial in the church cemetery.
Ardoin's Funeral Home of Ville Platte was in charge of arrangements.
Opelousas Daily World 03/27/2000
Winnola Rayon Higginbotham (1904-2000)
LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Mrs. Armand Higginbotham, the former
Winnola Rayon, 95, were held at noon today in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart
Catholic Church here with burial in the church mausoleum. Guidry Funeral Home of
Church Point was in charge of arrangements.
Crowley Post-Signal 04/09/ 2000
Irene Godeaux Higginbotham (1918-2000) LA
CHURCH POINT - Irene Godeaux Higginbotham, 80, died at her
residence at 11:40 a.m. on Sunday, April 9, 2000. Funeral services were held at
2 p.m. Monday, April 10, 2000, at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Burial was held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cemetery #1. Guidry Funeral Home
of Church Point was in charge of arrangements.
Opelousas Daily World 04/27/2000
Wilson Joseph Higginbotham (1916-2000)
LA
GRAND COTEAU - Funeral services for Mr. Wilson Joseph "Hick"
Higginbotham, 83, will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday in Melancon Funeral Home
Chapel here with burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery in Grand Coteau. The
Rev. Msgr. Paul Metrejean, a friend of the family, will conduct the services.
Mr. Higginbotham, a native of Port Arthur, Texas, and a resident of Opelousas
since early childhood, died at 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2000, in Opelousas
General Hospital. He had been employed with Bertheaud Motors of Opelousas, St.
Landry Tractor Company of Opelousas and Ortego Oil of Opelousas. Mr.
Higginbotham was a veteran of the military, having served in the U.S. Army
during World War II. Survivors include: his wife, Josephine Soulas Higginbotham
of Opelousas; two sons, Ronald James Higginbotham and his wife Denise of
Kalamazoo, Mich., and Wilson John Higginbotham of Lafayette; two daughters, Judy
Stanford and Fredrick Bastien of Lafayette and Cheryl Higginbotham Abdalla and
her husband Robert Abdalla of Opelousas; three grandchildren, Michael Hernandez
Stanford and April Ivy Kelly and her husband Jamie, both of Lafayette, and
Joshua Caleb Higginbotham of Kalamazoo, Mich.; a great-granddaughter, Madeleine
Jayne Kelly of Lafayette; and four sisters, Eva Lavergne, Odille Landry, Alice
Leger and Mrs. Homer Labbe. Mr. Higginbotham was preceded in death by his
parents, Henry Higginbotham and the former Louisa Bellard, both natives of
Church Point; his adoptive mother, Honora Beaugh; seven brothers, Percy
Higginbotham, Joseph Honore Beaugh, Leonidas Beaugh, Theodore Beaugh, Albert
Beaugh, Frank Beaugh and Roaul Beaugh; and four sisters, Josephine Richard,
Corinne Lavergne, Louise Auzenne and Louisiana Ruptier. Visiting hours will be
observed from 8 a.m. Friday until time of services. A rosary will be recited at
3:30 p.m. Melancon Funeral Home of Grand Coteau is in charge of arrangements.
Crowley Post-Signal 06/18/ 2000
Joyce Marie Higginbotham Francois (1922-2000) LA
CHURCH POINT - Mrs. Burley Francois, 77, nee, Joyce
Higginbotham, died at 12 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2000, at Acadia-St. Landry
Hospital in Church Point. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday,
June 19, 2000 in Our Lady Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will be held in
the church cemetery. Guidry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 7/7/2000
Cynthia Marie King Higginbotham (ca1961-2000) LA
JENNINGS - Funeral services for Cynthia
Marie Higginbotham, 39, will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 9, in Immanuel Christ
Sanctified Holiness Church.
Felton R. Joseph will officiate. Dismissal will be at 10 a.m. Monday. Burial
will be in Southside Cemetery under the direction of Owens-Thomas Funeral Home
of Eunice. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. Sunday in the church.
Mrs. Higginbotham died Wednesday, July 5, 2000, in the Jennings hospital.
Survivors include her husband, Eddie Higginbotham of Jennings; three sons, Randy
K. Davis Jr., Gregory R. Livingston Jr. and Lance E. Higginbotham, all of
Jennings; three brothers, Kevin J. King of Lake Charles, Arthur Etienne Jr. of
Chicago and Travis D. Etienne of Jennings;
one sister, Carolyn J. Simon of Jennings; her mother and stepfather, Betty
Etienne and Arthur Etienne Sr. of Jennings; and one grandchild.
Opelousas Daily World 07/14/2000
Preston Higginbotham (1934-2000) LA
EUNICE - Funeral services for Mr. Preston Higginbotham, 66, will be held
at 3 p.m. today in St. Thomas More Catholic Church here with burial in Our Lady
of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery in Church Point. Quirk & Son
Funeral Home of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.
Crowley Post-Signal 10/27/ 2000
Marie Lillian Matte Higginbotham (1908-2000) LA
CHURCH POINT - Lillian Matte Higginbotham, 92, died on Wednesday, October 25, 2000, at Acadia - St. Landry Guest House. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 27, 2000, at Our Lady of the Sacred Catholic Church. Burial will be held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point is in charge of arrangements.
Opelousas World Daily 12/03/2000
Leonce Higginbotham (1917-2000) LA
PORT BARRE - Funeral services for Mr. Leonce Higginbotham, 83, will be
held at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church here with burial in the church cemetery.
The Rev. Mike Hebert will conduct the services.
Mr. Higginbotham died at 6:30 a.m. Friday, December 1, at Opelousas General
Hospital. He was a dozer Operator and an army veteran from World War II.
Survivors include: His wife, Rena Fontenot Higginbotham of Port Barre; one
daughter, Mrs. Pam Higginbotham Devillier of Waco, Texas; three sons, Johnny
Higginbotham of St. Louis, Mo., Kenneth Higginbotham of Port Barre, and Michael
Higginbotham of Opelousas; one sister, Mrs. Josephine Doucet of Opelousas; nine
grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Anna Bellard Higginbotham.
Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. today until 10 p.m. and again from 8 a.m.
until the time of services Monday.
A rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. tonight.
Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre is in charge of arrangements.
Opelousas World Daily 12/05/2000
Beulah Higginbotham Benoit (1917-2000) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Mrs.
Beulah Higginbotham Benoit, 83, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Our Lady of
the Sacred Heart Catholic Church here with burial in the church cemetery. Guidry
Funeral Home of Church Point is in charge of arrangements.
Opelousas World Daily 01/07/2001
Howard Higginbotham (1908-2001) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services for Howard Higginbotham, 92, will be
held at 11 a.m. Monday Jan. 8 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church here with
burial in the church cemetery.
Guidry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Opelousas World Daily 02/09/2001
Josephine Soulas Higginbotham
GRAND COTEAU - Funeral services for Josephine Soulas Higginbotham, 79,
will be held at Melancon Funeral Home (date and time are pending).
Interment will be in St. Charles Borromeo Church Cemetery in Grand Coteau.
A resident of Opelousas, Higginbotham died Thursday, Feb. 8, 2001, in her home.
Survivors include her four children, Cheryl Higginbotham Abdalla and her
husband, Robert; Ronald James Higginbotham and his wife, Denise; Wilson John
Higginbotham; and Judy Stanford and Fred Bastien. She is also survived by three
grandchildren, April Ivy Kelly and her husband, Jamie; John Michael Hernandez
Stanford and Joshua Caleb Higginbotham; and one great-grandchild, Madeleine
Jayne Kelly. Other survivors include her brother, Lester; her nephew, Whitbury
J. Stelly and his wife, Neva; and her niece, Vivian Alleman.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Joseph "Hick" Higginbotham; her
parents, Laura Ivy Soulas and Victor Soulas and two sisters, Ida Soulas Lanclos
and Dora Soulas Stelly; and three brothers, Calaway Soulas, Afred Soulas and
Victor Soulas Jr. Melancon Funeral Home in Grand Coteau is in
charge of the arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 05/03/2001
Eula Mae Higginbotham Fontenot
(1933-2001) LA
Funeral services for Eula Mae Fontenot, 67, will be at 2 p.m. today, May
3, in Johnson Funeral Home.
The Rev. John Giles will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory
Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m.
Mrs. Fontenot died at 4:35 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2001, in a local
hospital.
She was a native of Bosco and had lived in Lake Charles for more than 50
years. She was a cashier at Kroger for many years. She was a member of Our Lady
Queen of Heaven Catholic Church.
Survivors include four sons, George Clayton Broussard of Laurel, Miss.,
and Warren Broussard, Stephen Broussard Sr. and Kermit Broussard, all of Lake
Charles; one daughter, Wendolyn Lopez of Lake Charles; three brothers, Abbie
Higginbotham and Percy Higginbotham, both of Lake Charles, and Emery
Higginbotham of Houma; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
06/30/2001
Sara Ellen Keel Higginbotham (1916-2001) LA
DERIDDER - Funeral services for Sara E. Higginbotham, 85,
will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 1, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will be
in Old Cypress Cemetery. Mrs. Higginbotham died Thursday, June 28, 2001, in DeRidder.
Opelousas World Daily 07/15/2001
Justine Blanchard Higginbotham
(1911-2001) LA
RICHARD-Funeral services for Mrs. Justine B. Higginbotham, 89, will be
at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Edwards Catholic Church here with burial in the St.
Edward Cemetery.
Quirk and Son Funeral Home of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 10/11/2001
Ella Mae Cormier Higginbotham Bourque
(1932-2001) LA
Funeral services for Ella Mae Cormier Higginbotham Bourque, 73, will be
at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, from St. Margaret Catholic Church.
The Rev. Aubrey Guilbeau will officiate. Burial will be in Frye Cemetery in
Mowata under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.
Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and 8 a.m.-12:30
p.m. Friday in the funeral home.
Mrs. Bourque died at 9:25 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001, in a local hospital.
She was a native of Eunice, and she had lived in Lake Charles for 66 years. She
was a longtime agent for Security Industrial Insurance Co. She was a member of
St. Margaret Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, Richard Bourque of Lake Charles; four daughters,
Patricia Franklin of Buna, Texas, Kathy Higginbotham of Haughton, Vickie Trotter
of Dayton, Texas, and Fay Leverkuhn of Ragley; four sons, Kenneth Higginbotham
of Moss Bluff, James Higginbotham and Gary Higginbotham, both of Lake Charles,
and Randy Higginbotham of Carlyss; one stepson, Ronnie Vassar of Morgantown,
N.C.; one stepdaughter, Peggy Johnson of Peachtree, Ga.; 21 grandchildren; and
17 great-grandchildren.
Ashley County (AR) Ledger 01/02/2002
Elizabeth Christine Higginbotham Sullivan (1914-2002) MS/LA
Christine Higginbotham Sullivan, 87, of Jonesboro, LA, died Thursday, January 3, 2002, at the Memphis East Baptist Hospital in Memphis, TN. Born May 14, 1914, in Winston County, MS, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde S. Sullivan, Sr., a former mayor of Hamburg; her parents, Willie K. and Leona Clark Higginbotham; three brothers, William, Paul and Grady Higginbotham; and one sister, Bessie Reed. She is survived by a son, Clyde E. Sullivan, Jr., of Jonesboro, LA; two daughters, Pauline Lochala and husband Roddy of Hamburg and Louise Burnett of Memphis, TN; one sister, Annie White of Shuqualak, MS; two brothers, Brooks Higginbotham of Shuqualak MS, and Kittrel Higginbotham of Greenwood, MS. Her grandchildren are Roddy "Butch" Lochala, Dr. Richard Lochala, Michael Burnett, Chris Burnett, Karen Burnett, Shea Sullivan and Stacey Sullivan. Great-grandchildren are Dr. Rod, Stephanie, Nathan, Joshua, Whitney and Hannah Lochala and Joe Michael, John David, Stacy, Christy, Billy and Bobby Burnett. Great-great-granddaughters are Mary Mills Lochala and Abigail Lochala. Funeral services were January 5 at the Edmonds Funeral Home chapel in Jonesboro with Rev. Perry Lassiter and Bro. Dwayne M. Boudreaux officiating. Burial followed services at the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro. Memorials may be made to the Ashley County Health Foundation, P. O. Box 400, Crossett, AR 71635 or to the Hamburg High School Honors Scholarship Fund, c/o Dorothy Higginbotham, 518 South Main, Hamburg, AR 71646.
Lake Charles American Press 02/13/2002
Ethel Irene Davis Hebert Higginbotham
(1901-2002) LA/TX
WELSH — Funeral services for Ethel Irene Hebert Higginbotham, 100, of
Longview, Texas, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, from Our Lady of Seven
Dolors Catholic Church. The Rev. Herbert May will officiate. Burial will be in
the church cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is
3:30-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Thursday in the
funeral home.
Mrs. Higginbotham died at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, in Welsh. She was a
native of Welsh. She was a homemaker. She was a former town clerk and was
Welsh's first librarian. She was a parade marshal for the Welsh Fourth of July
parade. She was an oil painter and a member of the Oil Painting and China
Painting Guild. She was a member of Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic Church,
the Ladies Altar Society, Catholic Daughters of America and the church rosary
group.
Lake Charles American Press 02/13/2002
Eunice Effie Higginbotham Parker
(1917-2002) LA
DERIDDER — Funeral services for Effie Higginbotham Parker, 84, of
Junction, will be at 2 p.m. today, Feb. 13, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home.
Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.
Mrs. Parker died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, in her residence.
Livingston Parish News 03/25/2002
Ava Lucille Comish Higginbotham (1912-2002) LA
Ava Lucille Comish "Maw Maw Pretty" Higginbotham died at 10:55 p.m.
Saturday, March 23, 2002, at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond. She was 89, a
resident of Holden and a native of Denham Springs. She was a retired school bus
driver with the Livingston Parish School Board. Visitation was at Seale Funeral
Home, Livingston, Monday. Religious services were at the funeral home chapel,
Tuesday, conducted by the Rev. Jeff Hathorn. Interment was in Higginbotham
Family Cemetery, Holden. She is survived by her three daughters and sons-in-law,
Ava and Glenn Stevens, Mary and L.W. Trawick and Paula and Edward Green; her two
sons and daughters-in-law, Austin Higginbotham, Michael and Linda Faye
Higginbotham and Linda L. Higginbotham; a brother, Dr. Allen B. Comish, Macon,
Ga.; 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow Austin Higginbotham Sr.;
parents, the Rev. Henry T. and Lucy Tucker Comish; seven brothers and four
sisters. She was a member of Holden Baptist Church and Order of the Eastern
Star, and she served on the Livingston Parish Library Board.
Lake Charles American Press 04/28/2002
Odessia Mae Refitte Higginbotham (1925-2002) LA
DERIDDER - Odessia Higginbotham, 76, died
Saturday, April 27, 2002, in a local hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, April 29, in Myers-Colonial Funeral
Home. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.
Crowley Post-Signal 06/30/2002
Mary Verlie Higginbotham Cormier (1917-2002) LA
CHURCH POINT - Mrs. Lloyd Cormier, 84, (Verlie Higginbotham), died Thursday, June 27, 2002 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 29, at 2 p.m. at Guidry Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Bellevue Memorial Cemetery in Opelousas with Guidry Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Lake Charles American Press 08/09/2002
Jean E. Chaney Higginbotham
(1941-2002) LA/NC
Jean E. Higginbotham, 61, died at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 2002, in
Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head, N.C.
She was born Jan. 5, 1941, in Lake Arthur to Verdner Chaney and the late Cora
Chaney. She attended school in Lake Arthur and later became a
certified nursing assistant, which was her occupation until the time of her
illness. She was a kind, loving and caring person with a genuine
personality, which displayed her uniqueness. She will be deeply missed and not
forgotten by all who knew her.
Survivors include three sons, Gary D. Higginbotham of Lake Charles, Eddie
Higginbotham III and wife Ella, both of Jennings, and Darrell J.
Higginbotham and fiance Alicia, both of Lake Charles; three daughters, Dana
Higginbotham of Greenville, N.C., Diane Higginbotham-Maybank and
husband Michael, both of Greenville, and Melania Higginbotham of Vanceboro,
N.C.; her father, Verdner Chaney of Lake Arthur; two sisters,
Marjorie Jones of Lake Arthur and Norma Jean Johnson of Houston; three brothers,
Howard Lee of Killeen, Texas, Gilbert Lee of Houston and Freddy Chaney of Lake
Charles; 17 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by one brother, Jerry Chaney; one
son, Michael Higginbotham; her mother, Cora Chaney; and one sister, Elaine
Benoit.
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in the Jennings Kingdom
Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Livingston Parish News 08/24/2002
Jeanette Resetar Higginbotham (1947-2002) LA
Jeanette Resetar Higginbotham died Friday, Aug. 23, 2002, at Our Lady of
the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. She was 55 and a resident of
Livingston. She was a retired teacher at Doyle Elementary School. Visitation was
at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, Monday, with recitation of the rosary. Mass
of Christian Burial was at St. Margaret Catholic Church, Albany, Tuesday. Burial
was in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Sterling
Higginbotham of Livingston; a daughter, Dayna Jeanette Higginbotham; two sons
and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth Ryan Higginbotham and Sterling Joseph and Rebecca
Murphy Higginbotham; three sisters, Diane, Mary and Carolyn; two brothers,
Donald and Theodore "Ted"; and a grandson, Ryan Joseph Higginbotham. She was
preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary Good Resetar; and a brother,
Raymond. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
Crowley Post-Signal 11/19/2002
John Pershing Higginbotham (1944-2002) LA
CHURCH POINT - John Pershing Higginbotham, 58, died Monday,
Nov. 18, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church with burial in
the church cemetery. Guidry Funeral Home in in charge of arrangements.
Baton Rouge Advocate 11/30/2002
Eldora Matthews Higginbotham (1924-2002) LA
She died Friday, Nov. 29, 2002, at Baton Rouge Health Care Center. She was 78. Visiting at Richardson Funeral Home, Clinton, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Religious service at Little Ezion Baptist Church, Slaughter, at 11 a.m. Saturday, conducted by the Rev. Donald D. Robertson Sr. Burial in Galilee Baptist Church Cemetery, Wilson. Survived by her husband, Louis Higginbotham.
Baton Rouge Advocate 01/01/2003
Cheryl Julia Higginbotham Cannon (1948-2002) LA/MI
Passed away Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2002, in Canton, Mich. She was 54, Memorial service at St. Isidore Catholic Church Baker, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, 2003. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Thomas Becket Catholic Church, Canton, at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2003, celebrated by the Rev. Kelly. Survived by her husband, James M. Cannon Jr.
Times Picayune 01/09/2003
Velma Higginbotham Mellinger (1918-2003) LA
Velma Higginbotham Mellinger on Tuesday,
January 7, 2003. Wife of the late Stephen J. Mellinger. Mother of Barbara
Leblanc and the late Sandra Leblanc. Daughter of the late Samuel Higginbotham
and Ida Badinger Higginbotham. Sister of the late Samuel 'Buddy' Higginbotham
Jr. Grandmother of Melissa Thorne Fulton, Scott Thorne and Jason Thorne. Also
survived by 6 great grandchildren. Mellinger was a homemaker and gifted
ceramist. Age 84 years. A native of New Orleans, former resident of Mandeville
and resident of Metairie for the past 2-1/2 years. Relatives and friends of the
family are invited to attend the funeral. Services will be held on Saturday,
January 11, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. from the funeral home of McMahon-Coburn- Briede,
600 Moss St. Interment in Green Wood Cemetery. Friends may visit after 11:00
a.m. Saturday.
Natchez, MS Democrat 03/26/2003
Fredrick Loyd Higginbotham (1935-2003) LA
July 19, 1935 - March 21, 2003
WATERPROOF, La. - Services for Fredrick Loyd "Freddie" Higginbotham, 67, of
Waterproof, who died Friday, March 21, 2003, at Camelot Leisure Living Nursing
Home in Ferriday, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church
with the Rev. Freddie Moore officiating.
Burial will follow in Good Samaritan Cemetery in Waterproof under the direction
of Concordia Funeral Home of Ferriday.
Visitation is from 10 a.m. until service time Thursday at the church.
Mr. Higginbotham was born July 19, 1935, in St. Joseph, the son of Ben
Higginbotham and Mary Ella Battle Carroll.
He was a retired longshoreman, a Baptist and served in the U.S. Army.
Mr. Higginbotham was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Ella Carroll of Waterproof; his wife, Annie
Reed Higginbotham of New Orleans; one son, Dennis Higginbotham of Rowlett,
Texas; one stepson, Lawrence Reed, and his wife, Debra, both of Long Beach,
Calif.; three stepsisters, Mary Alice Carroll of New Orleans and Louise Brown
and Ethel Walker, both of Waterproof; and one stepbrother, Henry Carroll of
Chicago.
Leesville Daily Leader 04/16/2003
Mary Moveline Higginbotham Nein (1913-2003) MS/LA/TX
Mary Moveline (Higginbotham) Nein, 89, of Austin, Texas, went home to be
with her precious Lord on April 14, 2003. She was born December
22, 1913, in Greenwood, Mississippi, to Burkett and Myrtle (Harden)
Higginbotham. Until recently, she had been a resident of Leesville, La., for
more than 30 years. She retired from the state as a laundry supervisor at the
Leesville State School -- the residents of the school always held a special
place in her heart. Preceded in death by parents Burkett and Myrtle, step-father
Walter Watson, and nine brothers and sisters, her husband of 31 years August
Eugene Nein, daughters, Doris D. (Bond) Gribbin-Mikell and D. Nadine (Bond)
Sprinkle, grandson Robert Sprinkle, and great-grandson Chad Hyde. She is
survived by her sister Kathryn Fielder of Harbor, Oregon, and brother Raymond
Watson and wife Patricia of Cosmopolis, Washington, grandchildren, Kenneth
Sprinkle and partner Alex Villalobos of Austin, Texas, Jeannie Hyde-Eft and
husband John of Phoenix, Arizona, D. Kay Gribbin-Uchiyama and husband Elliott of
Dallas, Texas; Jack Gribbin Jr. and wife Mary of San Antonio, Texas, and Delicia
Gribbin of Garland, Texas, great-grandchildren Brady Kohler, Christopher and
Else Hyde, Richard Driver, Jason and Dawn Driver, Kimberly and Kris Kremer,
William Hartshorn, Kyle Uchiyama, Jack Gribbin III and Paul Gribbin,
great-great- grandchildren, Elizabeth, Tristan, Mark, Nick, Jason, Kolton,
Elijah and Isaiah, many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and
friends. Our sweet grandma worked hard all her life. She loved her garden,
especially the roses, and had a special knack for making things grow. She
enjoyed fishing, was a wonderful cook, and always appreciated the simple things
in life. She will live on in our hearts and we will never forget the love she
had for her family and friends. Family visitation will be at the funeral home
from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. Funeral services will be Thursday,
April 17, at 10 a.m. in the Labby Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Leesville. The
Rev. Benny Backlund will officiate. Burial will follow in the Canaan Cemetery in
Leesville.
Houma Courier 04/17/2003
Joyce Jean Burke Higginbotham (1936-2003) TX/LA
Joyce Jean Higginbotham, 67, a native of Morton, Texas, and resident of Houma, died at 11:15 a.m. Sunday, April 13, 2003. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be at 6 p.m. today at the chapel. She is survived by one son, Thomas Wayne Higginbotham Sr.; one daughter, Mrs. Patrick (Cheryl) Parfait; one stepbrother, Alan Burke; four grandchildren, Mrs. Michael (Desiree) Melancon, Mrs. Ryan (Tennie) Ross, Thomas W. Higginbotham Jr. and Paul Leroy Higginbotham; and two great-grandchildren, KiLyn and Kinslee Ross. She was preceded in death by her parents, Coy T. and Marie Alexander Burke; one son, Mikel LeRoy Higginbotham; two grandchildren, Hollie and Eric Higginbotham; one brother, Jerry Josey; and one sister, Jimmy Carol. She was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
05/30/2003
Corie L. Higginbotham (1950-2003) LA
A resident of Greensburg, she departed this
life Wednesday, May 28, 2003, at St. Helena Parish Hospital, Greensburg. She was
53. Visiting at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., La. 1042, Greensburg,
from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Religious service at Turner Chapel AME Church, 831
Turner Chapel Road, Greensburg, the Rev. Stanley J. Carter, pastor, at 11 a.m.
Saturday. The service will be conducted by James Oden. Interment in church
cemetery.
Crowley Post-Signal 07/18/2003
Daniel Joseph Higginbotham (1926-2003) LA
CHURCH POINT – Dan Higginbotham, 79, died Thursday, July 17, 2003 at Acadia-St. Landry Hospital in Church Point. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 19, at Guidry Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. Burial will be in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum in Church Point under the direction of Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point.
Leesville Daily Leader 08/10/2003
Edna Louise Alexander Higginbotham (1929-2003) LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Edna Louise Higginbotham, 73, of Leesville
will be held at 2 p.m. today, Aug. 10, in the Pine Hill Baptist Church in
Leesville with the Revs. M.C. Green and Paul Massey officiating. Burial will
follow in the Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of the Labby Memorial
Funeral Home of Leesville. Visitation will be held from 8 a.m. to noon today in
the funeral home and from 1 p.m. until time of service in the church. Mrs.
Higginbotham died Thursday, Aug. 7, in the Natchitoches Parish Hospital in
Natchitoches. She was a member of the Pine Hill Baptist Church. She was preceded
in death by her husband, Earnie Higginbotham. Survivors include one son, Michael
Higginbotham of Pirates Cove; four daughters, Linda Higginbotham, Sandra Canady
and Connie Quam, all of Leesville, and Dorothy Smith of Anacoco; three brothers,
Noel Alexander and Ear Alexander, both of Leesville, and James Alexander of
Houston, Texas; one sister, Betty Parker of Leesville; 18 grandchildren and 29
great-grandchildren.
Times Picayune 08/30/2003
Lilburn Higginbotham Cancienne (1927-2003) LA
Lilburn "Bonnie" Higginbotham Cancienne on
Friday, August 29, 2003 at 3:39 a.m. beloved wife of the late Paul Louis
Cancienne, mother of Terry P. Cancienne and Linda C. Franz, mother-in-law of
Karen McBee Cancienne and Val J. Franz, IV. Daughter of the late Celise Colligan
and Jack
Higginbotham. Sister of the late James Bernard Higginbotham and Ruth Colligan.
Grandmother of Tammy Merritt, Amanda Franz, Katie Jo, Jake, Kelley and Emelie
Cancienne. Great-Grandmother of Ethan Jacob Cancienne. Also survived by nieces
and nephews. Aged 76 years, a native of Church Point, La and a resident of
Kenner for the past 42 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to
attend a funeral mass from the Kenner Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen & Son, 2607
Williams Blvd on Saturday, August 30, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. Interment in Garden of
Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. In
lieu of flowers, donations to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation,
5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244, preferred.
Franklin County Times 11/06/2003
Tami Higginbotham Demoulin
(ca1964-2003) AL/LA
Secretary
PHILADELPHIA Services for Tami Higginbotham Demoulin will be today at 11:30 a.m.
at McClain-Hays Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Gerald Butler officiating.
Burial will be in Shuqualak Cemetery.
Mrs. Demoulin, 39, of Fordoche, La., died Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, in Port Allen,
La.
Survivors include her husband, Mark Demoulin Sr.; step-sons, Mark Demoulin Jr.
and Justin Demoulin, all of Fordoche; her mother, Seretha Hartness of Preston;
grandmother, Loridia Williams of Preston; sisters, Debra Higginbotham and Amanda
Higginbotham Cumberland, both of Philadelphia; and a brother, Mikel Higginbotham
of Shuqualak.
Hammond Daily Star 11/07/2003
Lester E. Higginbotham Sr. (1948-2003) LA
GREENSBURG - Lester E. Higginbotham Sr., 55,
died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2003, at his home.
He was a native of Wisner and a truck driver.
He is survived by his wife, Hazel Higginbotham of Greensburg; one daughter,
Jennifer Higginbotham of Greensburg; one son, Lester Higginbotham Jr. of
Greensburg; and one brother, Bill Higginbotham of Hayti, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Higginbotham and Bernice Tillman
Higginbotham; and one sister, Joy Ann Patton.
Visitation will be today from 5 to 9 p.m. at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood,
and Saturday from 8 a.m. until the funeral at 11. The Rev. Gill Higginbotham and
the Rev. Richard Brown will conduct the service. Burial will be in Evans
Cemetery, Gillsburg, Miss.
Livingston Parish News 12/07/2003
Woodrow Austin Higginbotham Jr. (1937-2003) (LA)
Woodrow Austin Higginbotham Jr. died Friday evening, Dec. 5, 2003, at
his residence in Holden. He was 66 and a native of Holden. He was a member of
Sheet Metal Local 21. Visitation was at Seale Funeral Home chapel, Livingston,
Tuesday until religious services, conducted by the Rev. Jeff Hawthorn. Burial
was in Higginbotham Family Cemetery, Holden. He is survived by two daughters and
a son-in-law, Linda "Beth" and Bruce Stewart, Holden, and Sharon Higginbotham,
North Carolina; a son, Charles Austin Higginbotham, Holden; three sisters, Ava
Stevens, Mary Trawick and Paula Green, all of Holden; a brother, Michael
Higginbotham, Holden; three grandchildren, Josh Stewart and his wife, Rachel,
Jesse Stewart and Heather Higginbotham; four great-grandchildren; and former
wife, Linda Higginbotham, Holden. He was preceded in death by his parents,
Woodrow Austin Sr. and Ava Comish Higginbotham.
The Franklin Sun 12/10/2003
Frances Ella Barfield Higginbotham (1912-2003) LA
Funeral services of Frances Ella Higginbotham, 91, of Newellton were
held Saturday at First Baptist Church in Newellton with the Rev. Fulton McGraw
and Bro. Larry Foster officiating.
Burial followed at Legion Memorial Cemetery near Newellton under the direction
of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Mrs. Higginbotham was born Oct. 1, 1912 in Fort Necessity and went to be with
her Lord Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003. She was a member of Newellton First Baptist
Church where she taught Sunday school for 58 years. She was a member of the
Young at Heart Club in the church.
Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her daughter Cloteal Stockstill; her
parents Henry and Annie Barfield; two brothers, Leonard Barfield and Buster
Barfield.
Survivors include sons: Ray Higginbotham, Newellton; Paul Higginbotham, Mt.
View, Ark.; sister, Lela Warren, Newellton; brothers, Bill Barfield and Bob
Barfield, both of Newellton; David Barfield, LaPorte, Texas; and Quincy
Barfield, Mt. View, Ark.; 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild.
Nephews served as pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers were deacons of the church.
Crowley Post-Signal 03/08/2004
Dennis Paul Higginbotham (1955-2004) LA
CHURCH POINT – Paul “Polo” Higginbotham, Jr., 49, died
Sunday, March 7, 2004 at his residence in Church Point. Funeral services will be
held on Tuesday, March 9, at St. Edmund Catholic Church in Branch. Burial will
be St. Edmund Cemetery in Branch under the direction of Guidry Funeral Home of
Church Point.
Natchez, MS Democrat 04/04/2004
Iva Lee Higginbotham Breland (1920-2004) AL/LA
July 11, 1920 - April 3, 2004
FERRIDAY, La. - Services for Iva H. Breland, 83, of Clayton, who died Saturday,
April 3, 2004 in Alexandria, will be Monday, April 5, 2004 at 2 p.m. at Comer
Funeral Home Chapel in Ferriday with the Rev. John Williams officiating.
Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Natchez.
Visitation is today from 5 to 8 p.m. at Comer in Ferriday.
Mrs. Breland was born July 11, 1920, in Collinsville, the daughter of Amon M.
and Myrtle W. Higginbotham. She was a resident of Clayton since 1938 and a
homemaker. She was a member of the Clayton Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband J.C. Breland, a daughter,
Kathy Joyce Breland, two brothers, Hobert and Roy Higginbotham and two sisters,
Ruby Breland and Thelma Chisholm.
Survivors include four sons, Wendell Breland of Ridgecrest, Doyle Breland of
Natchez, Marshall Breland of Alto, La., and Noel Breland of Gonzales, La.; two
daughters, Evelyn Crawford of Sicily Island, La., and Carolyn Lushute of
Ferriday, La.; two brothers, Carl Higginbotham of Avita Springs, Texas, and
Herston Higginbotham of Bruceville, Texas; two sisters, Monie Jo Barfield of
Newellton and Catherine Chisholm of Prairieville, La.; 20 grandchildren, 28
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Mrs. Breland's grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Livingston Parish News 05/03/2004
John Everett Higginbotham (1942-2004) MS/LA
John E. Higginbotham died at 1:20 a.m. Sunday, May 2, 2004, at Lallie
Kemp Regional Medical Center in Independence. He was 61 and a native of Calhoun
City, Miss. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and Robert
Sparks, Grenada, Miss.; son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Crissie Higginbotham,
Denham Springs; a sister, Martha Kaye Hall, West Monroe; two brothers, E.J.
Higginbotham, Walker, and Billy Higginbotham, Longview, Texas; and eight
grandchildren, Tonya M. Mullen, Kayla D. Higginbotham, Sasha R. Mullen, Kayleigh
E. Higginbotham, Kevin L. Hill, Crystal J. Higginbotham, Elizabeth B. Sparks and
Marissa R. Sparks. He was preceded in death by his parents, W.E. and Eva Marie
Vines Higginbotham; a sister, Nana Elizabeth Higginbotham; and two brothers,
Robert and Kenneth Higginbotham.
06/22/2004
Jace E. Higginbotham (2004-2004) LA
JONESVILLE - Services for Jace E. Higginbotham, of Jonesville, La., who
died Monday, June 21, 2004, at his residence, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at
Wallace Ridge Pentecostal Church with Bro. Norris Poole officiating.
Burial will be in the Huffmans Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral
Home Jonesville.
Visitation is from 4 p.m. Thursday until time of service Friday at the church.
07/24/2004
William Garber Higginbotham (1920-2004) OH/LA
A retired journalist and editor of Linn's Stamp News, was 84, a resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Bellaire, Ohio. He was a U.S. Army Air Forces veteran of World War II, having served with the 8th Airborne Division. He was also a war correspondent and wrote for the Stars and Stripes. Survived by his wife, Phyllis Weiland Higginbotham, Baton Rouge; two daughters and a son-in-law, Beryl Higginbotham Parsons and Robert Parsons, Baton Rouge, and Diane Higginbotham, Houston; two granddaughters, Robyn Parsons, New York City, and Paige Parsons Gagliano and husband Louis Gagliano, Baton Rouge; and great-grandchildren, Bailey Wax and Ethan Wax. Preceded in death by his parents, Beryl Garber Higginbotham and Eugene Higginbotham. He was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church. He was a graduate of Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill. He was member of 8th Airborne Historical Society, a Mason, member of Scottish Rite and a Shriner.
Houma Courier 08/11/2004
Thomas Wayne Higginbotham Sr. (1960-2004)
Thomas "Tom Tom" Wayne Higginbotham, 44, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, July 24, 2004. Graveside services were held at Woolsey Cemetery in Loco. He is survived by his father, Thomas Leroy Higginbotham of Loco; two sons, Thomas Wayne Jr. and Paul Leroy, both of Houma; and one sister, Cheryl Parfait of Houma. He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Jean Higginbotham; and one brother, Mike Higginbotham. He was a welder. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any Bank One in his name.
The Advocate 09/11/2004
Louis "Duke" Higginbotham (1922-2004) MS/LA
"DUKE" A retired production laborer for Gulf States Utilities and a resident of Zachary, he was 80 and a native of Meadville, Miss. Survived by a son, Robert Higginbotham; Lorrine Hayes, who he reared; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Eldora Matthews Higginbotham; parents, Medric and Lucille H. Higginbotham; two brothers and five sisters.
Natchez, MS Democrat 10/09/2004
Donald Earl "Cowboy" Higginbotham Sr. (1951-2004) WV/OH/LA
Apr. 1, 1951 - Oct. 7, 2004
VIDALIA, La. - Services for Donald Earl "Cowboy" Higginbotham Sr., 53, who died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2004 at his residence, will be 11 a.m. today at Vidalia Riverside Baptist Church with Rev. Glen Harrigill officiating.
Burial will be in the Coax Baptist Church Cemetery in Winnsboro, La. under the direction of Laird Funeral Home.
Mr. Higginbotham was born Apr. 1, 1951, in Rainelle, W.Va., the son of and Helen Mullins Higginbotham and the late Thomas Earl Higginbotham. He was a member of Vidalia Riverside Baptist Church. He was a beloved husband, father, grandpaw, and friend.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors include his wife, Glenda Higginbotham of Ferriday, La.; three children, Donald Earl Higginbotham Jr., Sharon Wright and husband Robert Wright Jr., and Tanya Atkins and husband Billie Lee Atkins, all of Ridgecrest, La.; eight grandchildren, Christopher Higginbotham, Donald Higginbotham III, Brittany Higginbotham, Rebecca Atkins, Haley Atkins, Trey Wright, Dustin Wright, and Jason Wright; his mothers, Helen Dreher of Canton, Ohio and Clara "Maw" Seymour of Ferriday, La.; brother, Jerry Higginbotham and wife Linda Higginbotham of Waynesboro, Pa.; three sisters, Joyce Seigle of Gainesville, Fla., Terri Staats of Canton, Ohio, and Renee Beckman of East Sparta, Ohio.
Pallbearers will be Wayne Jenkins, Tom Vigil, Bobby Mulvihill, Juan Moreno, Amos Coley, and Michael Freeman.
Times Picayune 11/04/2004
Clary Peter Higginbotham (1942-2004) LA
Clary Higginbotham "Hick", age 61died
Tuesday, November 2nd 2004 at 12:20pm of pancreatic cancer at his home in
Chalmette, Louisiana. He was born on December 19, 1942 in Lafayette, La. Son of
the late Theobert Higginbotham and Lora Doucet. Mr. Higginbotham grew up in
Whiteville, La. He graduated from Bunkie High School in 1961. He retired from
Domino Sugar Corp. with 39 years of service. He was The Car Show and Cruise
Night chairman for The Antique Auto Club of St. Bernard Parish. Mr. Higginbotham
was the brother of the late Melvin Higginbotham of Palestine, Texas and the
father of the late Toby Higginbotham of Chalmette. He is survived by his wife
Evelyn Walker of Chalmette, La.; his
sons Rickey Higginbotham of Chalmette, La. and Jason Higginbotham, also Of
Chalmette, La.; his grandchildren Timothy Higginbotham, Lora Higginbotham and
Aidan Higginbotham; his sisters Jane Monier of Ville Platte, La. and Dessie
Brown of Whiteville, La. Family, friends, employees of Domino Sugar Corp. and
members of The Antique Auto Club of St. Bernard are invited to attend an evening
visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue
Street, Chalmette, La on Friday, November 5th from 5:00pm to10:00pm and again an
Saturday November 6th from 8:30am to 10:30am. A funeral mass will follow
at Our Lady Of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, La. at
11:00am. Internment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of
flowers please consider a contribution to The Clary Higginbotham Pancreatic
Cancer Research Fund at any Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Co.
Minden Press-Herald 11/16/2004
Dennis Colby Higginbotham (1984-2004) LA
D. Colby Higginbotham
Funeral services for Mr. D. Colby Higginbotham, 20, will be held at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004, at Samart Funeral Home in Houma.
Visitation will be held from 2 until 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, at the funeral
home.
Mr. Higginbotham, a native and resident of Houma, passed away Saturday, Nov.
13,in Houma. He was born Oct. 28, 1984. He was employed with Rivette Services of
Houma and was a Baptist.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jerry D. Voorhies.
He is survived by his father, Kevin Higginbotham and step-mother, Lisa; mother,
Andrea House Higginbotham; uncle and aunt, Dan and Cyndi Rivette, Debbie Morgan
and husband John Paul "J.P." Morgan, Kelly Higginbotham Warren and husband Glen
and Kristi Higginbotham Hays; sister, Harley Marie Higginbotham; cousins,
Danielle, Jeff, Brandon, Haley, Garrett, Taylor, Ty, Hutton, D.J. and Krysten;
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis and Sandra Higginbotham; and grandmother, Mrs.
Bobbie K. Voorhies.
Livingston Parish News 12/31/2004
Jack Higginbotham (1927-2004) LA
Jack "Scott" Higginbotham Jr. died in his sleep at 8:30 a.m. Thursday,
Dec. 30, 2004, at Golden Age Nursing Home, Denham Springs. He was 77 and a
resident and native of Walker. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War.
Visitation was at Seale Funeral Home chapel, Denham Springs, Friday until
religious services, conducted by the Rev. Carl Rushing. He is survived by his
wife of 50 years, Betty Higginbotham; three daughters and a son-in-law, Glenda
and Timothy Milner Hodge, Cheryl Higginbotham and Audrey Higginbotham; a son and
daughter-in-law, Scott Patrick and Janice Higginbotham; three sisters, Jackie
Higginbotham, Rebecca Smith and Maggie Higginbotham; five brothers, Louis,
Julius, Charles, Sterling, and Phillip Higginbotham; two grandchildren, Shaun
and Alicia Higginbotham; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in
death by his mother, Willie Smart Higginbotham; father, Jack Higginbotham Sr.; a
sister, Martha Lee; and two brothers, Mark and Jerry P. Higginbotham Sr.
Rayne Acadian-Tribune 03/2005
Marie Elita Higginbotham Hebert
(1925-2005) LA
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2005, at a Mass
of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Catholic Church for Elita Higginbotham Hebert,
79, who died Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at her residence at 9:30 p.m..
Interment was in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Joseph "Saul" Hebert, of Rayne; two
daughters, Betty Hebert Bryan and husband Julius, of Houston, Texas, Brunella
Hebert Borne and husband Curtis, of Perry, Ga.; one grandson, Thomas Edwards
Bryan, of Houston, Texas; and one brother, Ben J. Higginbotham, of Church Point.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Higginbotham and Marie Briscoe
Higginbotham; four brothers, Elridge, Horace, Abram and Harry Higginbotham; and
six sisters, Mary Belle Olivier, Agatha Guidry, Dula Bergeron, Ella Thibodeaux,
May Ashford and Denilda Richard.
Mrs. Hebert was a housewife and enjoyed working in her flower bed.
A rosary was recited at 7:00 p.m. Thursday.
The family requested that the visiting hours be observed on Thursday from 10
a.m. until 9 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. until service time.
The Hebert family would like to thank Southern Hospice and Dr. D. Thomas Curtis
and many friends who helped in the time of their need.
Arrangements were entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home Inc. of Rayne.
News-Star 07/02/2005
Billie Marie Long Higginbotham-Spillers (1944-2005) LA
Billie Higginbotham-Spillers of Monroe, an
insurance adjuster, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick
Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be at Downsville Cemetery.
News-Star 07/13/2005
Patsy Ann Meeks Higginbotham (1931-2005) LA
Mulhearn Funeral Home - Monroe, Louisiana Services for Mrs. Patsy Ann Meeks Higginbotham, 74, of Monroe, LA, will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at Loch Arbor Baptist Church with Rev. Andy Myrick, Rev. Lynn Townsend, and Rev. Shorty Leggitt officiating. Interment will follow in Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Rd., Monroe. Mrs. Higginbotham passed away on July 10, 2005, at her residence. She was a lifelong member of Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Mrs. Higginbotham was very family oriented. She loved her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Higginbotham also enjoyed music and loved to play the piano and cook. She was a very outgoing person who never met a stranger. Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her parents, Marcus and Gladys Meeks, and sister, Eula Mae Foster. Survivors include her husband "Love of Her Life", Leroy Higginbotham of Monroe, LA; children, Randy O'Neal and wife, Lisa of Monroe, LA; and Kaye Lee and husband, Philip of Pearl, MS; four grandchildren: Chris and Katie O'Neal and Corey and Chad Lee; and two great-grandchildren, Jace and Jared Lee. Pallbearers will be Corey Lee, Chad Lee, Chris O'Neal, Terry Higginbotham, Ronald Parker, and Justin Higginbotham. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home.
Ashley County (AR) Ledger 08/15/2005
Margaret Ann Finch Higginbotham (1923-2005) AR/LA
Margaret Ann Finch Higginbotham, 81, of Alexandria, LA, died Saturday,
August 13, 2005, at Lexington House. She was born December 2, 1923 in Crossett,
Arkansas to William E. and Maggie Calhoun Finch. Margaret was a graduate of
Crossett High School and attended the University of Arkansas at Monticello. She
was married 54 years to the late Leroy Higginbotham, Jr. They resided in Hamburg
for 26 years before moving to Alexandria where they lived for 38 years. She was
a member of the First Methodist Church in Alexandria and former member of the
Book Club of Alexandria and the Wilshire Garden Club.
She is survived by one daughter, Anne Higginbotham Berlin of Alexandria, one
son, Leroy Higginbotham, III of Houston, Texas; one brother, William Finch of
Crossett; two grandsons, Bruce Damon Armstrong of Alexandria and Bo Higginbotham
of Crossett, one granddaughter, Ashley Taylor of Alexandria and five great-
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Funeral services were held in the chapel of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home in
Alexandria at 2 p.m. Monday, August 15. Burial followed at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park in Ball.
Times Picayune 08/21/2005
Winona Antonia Robichaux Higginbotham (1912-2005) LA
Winona Antonia Robichaux Higginbotham, a
retired RN for The Louisiana State Health Department, passed away on Thursday,
August 18, 2005 at the age of 93. Mother of the late Jeanne Higginbotham Landry,
grandmother of George Pratt Landry, III, John David Landry, Collette Landry
Weaver, Timothy James Landry, and Amy Landry Bodet, great-grandmother of George
Pratt, IV, Alexis, Justin, Joseph, and Remi Landry, Gabrielle, Amelia, and
Joshua Bodet, Stanley and Jeannette Weaver. Daughter of the late Odon Lee and
Virginia Robichaux, sister of Mae Delaune and the late Jeanne Pippin, Virginia
Addison, Louis, Whitney, Joseph, and Leo Robichaux. She is also survived by
numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Higginbotham was a native of Iberville Parish,
former resident of Ponchatoula, La, and a resident of New Orleans since 1930. A
graduate of Ponchatoula High School Class of 1930, graduate of Mercy Hospital
School of Nursing in New Orleans, La Class of 1933. She served for the American
Red Cross During WW II. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to
attend the funeral. A funeral mass will be celebrated in the chapel of Jacob
Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, on Monday, August 22, 2005 at
11:00am. Interment to follow in Ponchatoula
Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:00 am until service time. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Hammond Strawberry Fields,
116 West Thomas Street, Hammond, La 70401 or the Autism Society Of America
Greater New Orleans Chapter, (504) 464-5733.
The Advocate 09/12/2005
James Edward Higginbotham (1948-2005) LA
A resident and native of Greensburg, he departed this life Friday, Sept. 9, 2005, at his home. He was 57. Religious service at Turner Chapel AME Church, 831 Turner Chapel Road, Greensburg, the Rev. Stanley J. Carter, pastor, at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13. The Rev. Marvin Schaffer Sr. will officiate the service. Interment in church cemetery. Arrangements by MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., Denham Springs.
Houma Courier 09/28/2005
Betty Jane Farque Moss Higginbotham (1932-2005) LA
Betty Higginbotham, 74, a native of Lake Charles and resident of Houma, died
Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at Samart Funeral Home in
Bayou Blue.
She is survived by her husband, Emery Paul Higginbotham; two sons, Robert Kim
Istre and Liton Paul Higginbotham; one daughter, Louise Marie Hebert; and four
grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gus and Louise Broussard Farque; one
son, Donnie Lynn Moss; and one brother, Warren Farque.
She was retired and was Catholic.
Houma Courier 10/24/2005
Bobby Ray Higginbotham (1949-2005) LA
Bobby Ray Higginbotham, 56, a native of DeRidder and resident of Des
Allemandes, died at 10:17 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005.
Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home in Raceland.
He is survived by two stepsons, Michael Burton and Jason Burton; one daughter,
Valerie H. Bourgeois; four stepdaughters, Debra Perett, Paula Hymel, Dara
Higginbotham and Heather Higginbotham; two sisters, Joann Snapp and Mary Ruth
Higginbotham; 16 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elvin and Bessie Watson Higginbotham;
and one brother, Jerry Dan Higginbotham.
The Advocate 12/29/2005
Maggie Acenith Higginbotham (1937-2005) LA
A native of Corbin and a resident of Denham
Springs, she passed away at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, at Golden Age Nursing
Home in Denham
Springs. She was 68. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, on Thursday,
Dec. 29, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral
home chapel on Friday, Dec. 30, from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m.
Interment in Palmetto Cemetery, Walker. She is survived by a
daughter, Terri Higginbotham; sisters, Jackie H. Morales and Rebecca H. Smith;
brothers, Julius Edward, Lodney, Phillip, Sterling and Charles Higginbotham; and
numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Willie S.
Higginbotham; father, Jack Higginbotham; sister, Martha Lou Higginbotham Lee;
and brothers, Scott, Jerry and Mark Higginbotham.
05/19/2006
John Thomas Higginbotham (1926-2006) LA
Funeral services for Mr. John Thomas, "J.T.", "Hot", Higginbotham, will be 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the First Baptist Church of Bastrop with the Rev. Jim Ingram and Rev. L.H. McCollough officiating. Interment will follow at Christ Church Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. The family will receive friends Saturday at the church beginning at 2 p.m. until services. Mr. J.T. Higginbotham was born April 14, 1926 in Bastrop Louisiana and passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006 at Morehouse General Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Douglas and Inez Anderson Higginbotham, and a daughter, Donna Kay Higginbotham. Mr. Higginbotham was a lifelong member and a deacon of the First Baptist Church of Bastrop. He was a Navy veteran of World War II where he served as a military observer after the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, Japan. He was a retired dairyman and an avid fisherman. Surviving Mr. Higginbotham is his wife of 58 years, Joyce Chesnut Higginbotham, son, Mike Higginbotham and wife Debbie of Bastrop, daughter, Vickie Brown and husband Danny of Normal, Illinois, five grandchildren, Cory Price of Monroe, Kelly Murphy of Rayville, Kevin Brown of Normal, Illinois, Jarrod Brown of Bloomington, Illinois, Matthew Brown of Normal, Illinois, six great-grandchildren, and two brothers, Don Higginbotham and Doug Higginbotham both of Bastrop.
The Advocate 06/05/2006
Julius Edward Higginbotham (1928-2006)
Higginbotham, Julius Edward A lifelong resident of Livingston, he passed away at 3 a.m. Sunday, June 4, 2006, at Ochsner Hospital in Baton Rouge. He was 77. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, on Monday, June 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Tuesday, June 6, from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m. Burial in Palmetto Cemetery, Walker. Survived by his sisters, Willie O. Morales and Rebecca Higginbotham Smith; brothers, Lodney, Phillip, Sterling and Charles Higginbotham; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Willie S. Higginbotham; sisters, Martha Lou Lee and Maggie Higginbotham; and brothers, Jack Jr., Jerry and Mark Higginbotham. He attended Judson Baptist Church in Walker and Livingston United Methodist Church in Livingston.
The Advocate 09/12/2006
Patricia Marie Braud Higginbotham (1936-2006) LA
Higginbotham, Patricia Marie Braud A loving wife, mother and
grandmother, she passed away Sunday, Sept. 10, 2006, at Our Lady of the Lake
Regional Medical Center. She was a resident of Gonzales since 1964 and a native
of Baton Rouge. She was the executive director of La Maison Des Enfants for 37
years. Visiting at Welsh Funeral Home, Gonzales, on Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 7
p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting at St. Mark Catholic Church, La. 621, Gonzales, on
Thursday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m.
Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. She is survived by her husband of 49
years, Joe Higginbotham; two sons, Edmond P. Higginbotham and wife Jennifer of
Alexandria and Michael C. Higginbotham of Gonzales; and two grandchildren, Ryan
Higginbotham and wife Sarah and Lauren Higginbotham, all of Alexandria. She was
preceded in death by her father and mother, Edmond P. and Mildred Trahan Braud.
She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in 1955, and attended Grand Coteau
College. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.
The Advocate 11/18/2006
Alfred Edward "Freddie" Higginbotham (1943-2006) LA
EUNICE -- Services for "Freddie" Alfred Edward Higginbotham, 63, will be
at 1 p.m. today at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the
church cemetery under direction of Quirk & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will be
at the funeral home from 8 a.m. today until the services. He died Friday at his
residence.
The Advocate 12/01/2006
Clinton Joseph Higginbotham
(1917-2006) LA
Higginbotham, Clinton Joseph "Hick" Funeral service will be held
Saturday, Dec. 2, at 1 p.m. in the Delhomme Funeral Home Chapel of the Flowers,
1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, for Clinton Joseph "Hick" Higginbotham, 88, who
passed away Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006, at his home. The Rev. O. Joseph Breaux,
pastor of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, will conduct the funeral service.
Interment will take place in St. Peter and St. Paul cemeteries in Scott. Mr.
Higginbotham, a resident of Lafayette, was the son of the late Ernest
Higginbotham Jr., who was of Higginbotham, and the former Agatha Guidry, who was
of Church Point. Hick was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was
retired from the University of Southwestern Louisiana (University of Louisiana
at Lafayette) as an associate professor in the College of Agriculture. Hick was
the manager of the ULL creamery for 35 years. During his career at ULL, Hick
helped many young men through school to achieve their goal of completing a
college degree. He assisted students financially unable to attend college by
finding them jobs, clothing and a place to stay even if it meant housing
students in his own home. Hick was always there when a young man needed
encouragement, always there to act as a father, friend or older brother. Hick's
greatest joys were fishing and cooking at the camp with his boureé friends. He
always had a thriving garden and was always willing to share with neighbors and
friends. He will be sadly missed by his family and many dear friends. The family
would like to thank Hospice of Acadiana for their devoted service during his
illness. The family would also like to especially thank Dr. Bill Bernard, who
was not only his doctor but a very good and close friend. Survivors include a
daughter, Carolyn Atkins of Fort Worth, Texas; son, Don Higginbotham and wife
Sandy of Lafayette; five grandchildren, Jim Higginbotham, Bill Higginbotham, Amy
Carlin, Winn Atkins and Mitchell Atkins; eight great-grandchildren, Ross
Higginbotham, Grant Higginbotham, William Hayes Atkins, Reed Atkins, Talmidge
Atkins, Vanson Atkins, Mickey Atkins and Campbel Atkins; two sisters, Mrs.
Albert Latiolais of Lafayette and Mrs. John McMillan; stepsister, Mrs. Mary Ann
Leleux of Crowley; and a stepbrother, Patrick Higginbotham. He was preceded in
death by his parents; wife, Georgie Higginbotham; two sisters, Alice Menard and
Rena Latiolais; and a stepbrother, Louis Higginbotham. The family requests that
visiting hours be observed at the funeral home on Friday, Dec. 1, from 5 p.m. to
8 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. until the time of service. A rosary will be
recited in the funeral home Friday at 7 p.m. by Agatha McMillan. Pallbearers
will be Norwood Meche, Ted Latiolais, Don Carlin, Harry Broussard, Jim
Higginbotham, Bill Higginbotham, Winn Atkins and Mitch Atkins. Honorary
pallbearers are Roland Delahoussaye, J.E. Delahoussaye, Robert Delahoussaye, Amy
Carlin and Henry Barker. Donations may be made in Mr. Higginbotham's name to
Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503.
Rayne Acadian-Tribune 12/28/2006
Lilly Janette Higginbotham
(2002-2006) LA
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2006,
with burial in the St. Edmond’s Church Cemetery in Branch for infant Lilly
Janette Higginbotham, who died Sunday, December 24, 2006, at 3:45 p.m. in
American Legion Hospital in Crowley.
She is survived by her mother, Frances (Patty) Thibodeaux of Branch, and her
father, Jude Higginbotham of Church Point; paternal grandparents, Ben and Mary
Lilly Higginbotham of Church Point; two aunts, Josette Thibodeaux, Branch, and
Mary and Ricky Guidry, Baton Rouge; six uncles, Andy and Laurie Thibodeaux,
Branch, Troy and Darlene Thibodeaux, Glenmora, Cody Thibodeaux, Branch, Russell
and Diane Higginbotham, Church Point, Benji Higginbotham, Church Point, and
Kenneth Higginbotham, Baton Rouge; and a host of cousins.
Little Lilly was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Oday and
Janelle Thibodeaux; her maternal great-grandparents, Foy and Wilma Fontenot; and
her paternal great-grandparents.
Duhon Funeral Home of Church Point was in charge of funeral arrangements.
The Advocate 01/06/2007
Phyllis Marie Weiland Higginbotham (1922-2007) LA
HIGGINBOTHAM, PHYLLIS MARIE WEILAND "Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by name: you are mine." Isaiah 43:1. Phyllis, "De Da," 84, a
beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed
away peacefully at her home in Baton Rouge with her family at her side on
Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007. She was a native of Baton Rouge and an honored educator
and member of Alpha Delta Kappa professional sorority. A student of Robert Penn
Warren, she obtained bachelor's and master's degrees from LSU. Phyllis, a devout
Christian, was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church. Married for 59 years to
Garber Higginbotham, her faith was expressed in her love for family and friends
and the caring way that she lived her life. She is survived by a brother,
William Weiland; her daughters, Beryl Marie Parsons and Diane Lee Higginbotham;
a son-in-law, Bob Parsons; granddaughters and their spouses, Paige Parsons
Gagliano and Louis Gagliano and Robyn Parsons Wood and Scott Wood; and her
loving great-grandchildren, Bailey Christine Wax, Ethan Charles Wax and Grace
Marie Gagliano. She was preceded in death by and will joyfully be reunited with
her husband, William Garber Higginbotham; infant sister; brother and
sister-in-law, Henry Boyd and Ida Weiland; sister-in-law Johnnie Weiland; and
parents, Ella Lee Alsworth Weiland and Henry Boyd Weiland. Pallbearers, honored
to be at her side, will be her grandchildren, Paige and Louis Gagliano and Robyn
and Scott Wood, and her great-grandchildren, Bailey and Ethan Wax and Grace
Gagliano, with whom she shared her phenomenal wit, spirit and wisdom. Visitation
at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., on Sunday, Jan. 7, was from 6
p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting continues at the funeral home on Monday from 9 a.m.
until Christian burial service at 11 a.m., officiated by the Rev. Ted Roeling.
She will be laid to rest with those who loved her so dearly in Buehler Plains
Cemetery Zachary.
The Advocate 06/05/2007
Marie Natile Matte Higginbotham
(1927-2007) LA
(July 31, 1927 - June 2, 2007)
Mrs. Frank Higginbotham, 79 Church Point, La. Funeral Services will be held on Monday June 4,2007 at 2:00 P.M. at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Church Point, La. For Natile Matte Higginbotham, 79 who died at 11:15 a.m. on Sat. June 2,2007 at Acadia St. Landry Hospital in Church Point, La. Fr. Jefferson J. DeBlanc will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Monsignor Bienvenu Cemetery, Church Point, La. Survivors include : Her husband Frank Higginbotham of Church Point, La., two sons; Early Lejeune and his wife Ivry of Church Point, La., Gilbert Lejeune and his wife Elaine of Church Point, La., one daughter, Raquel Elkins and her husband Roy of St. Amant, La., Grandchildren; Mark Anthony Lejeune, Terry Dale Lejeune, Ashley Elkins. Step- grandchildren; Michael DiLeonardo, Patricia Ann Shepard, Kenneth Boudreaux, Tina Lavergne, Angela Bourgeois, Scotty Boudreaux. The deceased was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Ernestine Matte, a daughter, Carolyn Marie Lejeune, two brothers; Lloyd Matte, Melvin Matte, a sister, Yvonne Comeaux The family requested that visiting hours be observed from 9:00 A.M. Sunday June3,2007 until 10:00 P.M., and continue on Monday June 4,2007 from 8:00 A.M. until time of services at 2:00 P.M. Rosary will be recited on Sunday June 3, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. by Fr. Jefferson J. DeBlanc.
The Advocate 08/07/2007
Edward Eugene Higginbotham (1940-2007) LA
Sgt. Maj. Edward Eugene Higginbotham died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007, at his
residence in Zachary. He was retired from the U.S. Marine Corps and was a
veteran of the Vietnam War, having received numerous awards and medals. Visiting
at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Tuesday, Aug. 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
and on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev.
Tommy Higginbotham. Burial in Port Hudson National Cemetery, Zachary. Survived
by a daughter, Judy Ann Carlton and husband Calvin, Wichita Falls, Texas; two
sons, Richard "Bubba" Higginbotham and wife Freddye, and Brandon Higginbotham,
all of Zachary; five sisters, Margaret McQueary and husband Carl, Denham
Springs, Faye Corsentino, Walker, Gwendolyn Adams, Ethel, Marie Losavio and
husband Denny, and Jackie Cashio and husband B.J., all of Baton Rouge; brother,
Thomas Higginbotham and wife Eloise, Baker; two grandchildren, Rachel McWilliams
and Cameron Higginbotham; and a great-granddaughter, Olivia McWilliams. Preceded
in death by his parents, Ella and T.W. Higginbotham; and brother, Rodney
Higginbotham.
The Advocate 11/17/2007
Leola H. Higginbotham (1912-2007)
MS/LA
A resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Fayette, Miss., she died at 3
a.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Mid City.
She was 95. Visiting at New Light Missionary Baptist Church on Monday, Nov. 19,
from 10 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Gil
Wright. Interment in Southern Memorial Gardens. She is survived by two
daughters, Rosalie S. Burgess and Annie Belle S. Ramsey; two sons, James Sr. and
wife Sarah Stampley and John S. and wife Carolyn Higginbotham; 34 grandchildren,
73 great-grandchildren and 54 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her husband, Stanley Higginbotham; daughter, Bernetha G. Tate; parents
and siblings. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers are
family and friends. She was baptized at the age of 12. She was a member of New
Light Missionary Baptist Church where she was president emeritus of the
Deaconess Board. Scott's Bluff Morticians is in charge of arrangements.
12/01/2007
Michael Joseph Higginbotham (1966-2007) LA
Funeral services will be held at a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Pius X Catholic Church for Michael Joseph Higginbotham, 41, who passed away Friday, November 30, 2007. The Mass will conducted by Reverend Steven C. LeBlanc, Pastor of St. Pius X Catholic Church, and Reverend Matthew Higginbotham, Pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Crowley. Concelebrant will be Monsignor Harry Benefield. Interment will be held in Lafayette Memorial Park. Mr. Higginbotham was a lifelong resident of Lafayette. He was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. He graduated from USL in 1989 with a degree in Accounting. He was a drum major his senior year. He was a strong competitor and won many awards. He was an independent CPA in Lafayette. Michael's life revolved around his family. He loved cooking and music. He took great joy in cooking for his family – be it a Sunday afternoon or a holiday. He was a strong faithful loving husband and father. Michael loved to laugh. He was a positive vibrant person. His smile, kindness, and his giving spirit stayed with everyone he met. He is survived by his wife, Susan Patterson Higginbotham; his parents, James and Amelia Higginbotham; three daughters, Bree Higginbotham, Briley Rose Higginbotham, and Brennan Belle Higginbotham; four sons, Brandon Higginbotham, Brady Higginbotham, Brian Higginbotham, and Braxton Higginbotham all of Lafayette; three sisters, Lisa Higginbotham and companion, Patton Whittington of Tylertown, Mississippi, Hope Gajan and husband, Joseph Gajan, III of Lafayette, and Lorraine Boulet and husband, Peter of Crowley; three brothers, James Higginbotham, III and wife, Lori of Scott, David Higginbotham and wife, Gayle of Judice, and Reverend Matthew Higginbotham of Crowley; and numerous nieces and nephews. A rosary will be recited in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Brandon Higginbotham, David Higginbotham, James Higginbotham, III, Steve LaBorde, Peter Boulet, and Andre Larriviere. Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, will be in charge of the arrangements.
12/14/2007
Julia Wiley Higginbotham (1914-2007)
WATERPROOF, La. — Services for Julia Wiley Higginbotham, 93, of
Waterproof, who died Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007, at Franklin Medical Center, in
Winnsboro, La., will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Choctaw Chapel Baptist Church
with the Rev. Frank Brown officiating.
Burial will follow at Gibson Cemetery, in Waterproof, under the direction of
Concordia Funeral Home in Ferriday.
Visitation will be from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Mrs. Higginbotham was born Jan. 30, 1914, in Waterproof, the daughter of Ben and
Isabella Scott Wiley. She was a retired teacher’s aide. She was also a Sunday
school teacher, choir member and musician at Choctaw Chapel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Higginbotham; her parents; and
son, Larry T. Higginbotham.
Survivors include her sons, Bobby Higginbotham and Edgar Higginbotham, both of
Waterproof, Lee Dell Higginbotham and wife, Catherine, both of Baltimore, Ted L.
Higginbotham and Leonard R. Higginbotham, both of Baton Rouge and Ozzie Mack
Higginbotham and wife, Pearl, both of Temple Hill, Md.; daughters, Loester Foley
and husband, Basil, both of Houston, Ida H. Love and husband, Richard, both of
Atlanta and Berdia Higginbotham of Waterproof; stepdaughter, Maude Dominique of
East Cleveland, Ohio; 33 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; and eight
great-great-grandchildren.
The Advocate 12/14/2007
John Wayne Higginbotham Sr. (1949-2007) MS/LA
A retiree from the Louisiana Division of Administration, he passed away
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007, at Ochsner Medical Center of Baton Rouge at age 59. He
was a native of Bude, Miss., and a resident of Ventress. He is survived by his
three sons, John Wayne Higginbotham Jr., Baton Rouge, James Todd Higginbotham,
Walker, and Chad Jeremy Higginbotham, Baton Rouge; mother of his children,
Frances Wells; four grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. He was preceded in
death by his parents and a brother. Visiting at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825
Government St., Friday, Dec. 14, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Graveside service at
Greenoaks Memorial Park on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 10 a.m.
The Advocate 12/27/2007
Alma Higginbotham Sagona (1930-2007)
LA
A native of Lottie, she died Sunday, Dec. 23, 2007, at her home in Baton
Rouge. She was 77. Visiting at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Hall,
11140 La. 77, Maringouin, on Thursday, Dec. 27, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Religious
service at the church hall on Friday, Dec. 28, at 10 a.m. Interment in Cotton
Wood Cemetery, Lottie. She is survived by two daughters, Mary Gonzales, of Baton
Rouge, and Kathy Mouille and husband Donald, of Palmetto; three sons, Charles
and wife Ann Sagona, of Fordoche, Joseph Sagona, of Baton Rouge, and John and
wife Becky Sagona, of Denham Springs; a brother, Calvin Higginbotham, of
Columbia, Miss.; 13 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and a host of
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband,
Tony; a son, Anthony; and two grandsons, Daniel and Donald Ray. Relatives and
family friends will serve as pallbearers. Arrangements by A. Wesley Funeral
Home, Maringouin.
The Advocate 12/30/2007
Eula Lea Savoie Higginbotham
(1919-2007) LA
A very caring and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and
homemaker, she died at 2:40 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, at Baton Rouge General
Medical Center. She was 78, a resident of Fordoche and native of Church Point.
Visiting at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Livonia on Monday, Dec. 31,
from 8:30 a.m. until religious service at noon. Interment in St. Francis Cabrini
Cemetery, Livonia. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine and
Daniel T. Ewing, of Fordoche, and Sheila Higginbotham Williams and Max V.
Williams, of Baker; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bobbie Higginbotham and
Lynne, of Fordoche and Lonnie J. Higginbotham and Rita Louise Higginbotham, of
Erwinville; a sister, Leonie Smith, of Fordoche; a brother, Felton Savoie, of
Fordoche; nine grandchildren, Tonya Ewing Franklin, Tessa Ewing Leger, Dustin
Ewing, Angie Higginbotham, Andrew Higginbotham, Courtney Bergeron, Brooke
Williams, Farah Higginbotham Deshotel and Kace' Higginbotham; three
great-grandchildren, Lauren Leger, Bradain Higginbotham and Kami Deshotel; and
two step grandchildren, Shelby Ponthieux and Chase Williams. She was preceded in
death by her husband, Howard Higginbotham; parents, Azelina and Leonard Savoie;
a son, Dannie Higginbotham; brothers, Lester Savoie and Alfred Roche; and a
sister, Natalie Richard. Pallbearers will be Dustin Ewing, Andrew Higginbotham,
Harry "Deuce" Leger, Justin Franklin, Roger Smith and Fred Smith. She was a
member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Livonia. Niland's Funeral
Service Inc., New Roads, is in charge of arrangements.
The Times-Picayune 03/13/2008
Luther A. Higginbotham (1915-2008) MS/LA
Mr. Luther A. Higginbotham Funeral services for Luther Higginbotham, 92, of New Orleans will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at the Lake Lawn Funeral Home Chapel, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in Metairie, under the direction of the Lake Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at the Lake Lawn Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, March 17, and before the service on Tuesday from 9:30-11 a.m. WWII Veteran, Exceptional Educator, Loving Father, and Devoted Husband are all words that describe Mr. Luther Higginbotham. Mr. Higginbotham, son of George and Willie Higginbotham, was born on August 11, 1915 in McComb, Mississippi. Higginbotham moved to New Orleans as a young boy, where he graduated from McDonough No. 35 High School and as class valedictorian from the Valena C. Jones Normal School. In 1941, he received a BA in Education from Xavier University of New Orleans. In 1942, Higginbotham was drafted into the U.S. Army and upon graduation from Officer Candidate School, was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Throughout the war, he served as leader of the Ground Crew of the 332nd Fighter Group, also known as the famed Tuskegee Airmen. During his four years of faithful service, Higginbotham was promoted to 1st Lieutenant, and in November of 2007, was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his exemplary leadership. After the war, Higginbotham returned to New Orleans, where he received his MA in Administration from Xavier University and began a teaching career that spanned over 40 years. For 35 years, he taught Sociology, Economics, and African American History at Booker T. Washington High School. Higginbotham was also a member of the Historic St. James AME Church for over 60 years. Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruby Higginbotham of New Orleans, LA; daughters Dr. Edith Higginbotham of Fresno, CA, Cecelia Higginbotham of Leesville, LA, and Dr. Eve Higginbotham of McDonough, GA; son-in-law Dr. Frank Williams, Jr. of McDonough, GA; cousin Harold Sims and wife Lana Sims of Newnan, GA; and granddaughter Lenora Higginbotham of Leesville, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Higginbotham's name to the Historic St. James AME Church Restoration Fund, 222 N. Roman St, New Orleans, LA 70112.
The Sun Herald 03/31/2008
PERCY PIERRE HIGGINBOTHAM (1919-2008) LA
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at a 2:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette, for Percy Pierre Higginbotham, 89, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital in Lafayette. Interment will be in Lafayette Memorial Park. Reverend Floyd J. Calais will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Gift bearers will be Dixie Benoit and Sandra Higginbotham. Lectors will be Judy Laister and Pennye Huval. Judy Laister, soloist, accompanied by Pennye Huval, guitarist, will sing "On Eagles' Wings," "Amazing Grace," "The Old Rugged Cross" and "Here I Am Lord" for the services. Survivors include his beloved wife of 35 years, Dervine "Dee" B. Higginbotham; two daughters, Judy Laister and Patsy Martin and her husband Clarence "Jr"; two sons, Larry Higginbotham and his wife Elizabeth and Larry Benoit and his wife Dixie; eight grandchildren, Pennye Huval, Myra Mouton, Alan Huval, Larry Lee Higginbotham, Terry Higginbotham and his wife Amanda, Sherie Laake, Lonny Benoit and his wife Amie, and Jamie Benoit and his wife Crystal; eight great grandchildren, Kaleb, Dillon, Harli, Chelsey, Austin, Maxwell, Mason, and Brooke "Sugar Pie"; three sisters, Rose Mary Tiblier and her husband "Bootsy," Melba Ruth Higginbotham and Shirley Parker; two brothers, George Higginbotham and Dennis Higginbotham and his wife "Toot"; and his best friend, Beau, his dog. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson and Edna Delcambre Higginbotham; first wife, Marie Louise C. Higginbotham; one son, Randall Higginbotham; and two brothers, Curtis Higginbotham and Carey Higginbotham. A native of Youngsville, a resident of Biloxi, Mississippi for most of his life, after retirement Mr. Higginbotham returned to Lafayette to enjoy the place he called home. Percy was an avid golfer and bowler, having made four holes in one while playing golf and bowled a 300 game. He was a Semi-Pro Bowler for sixteen years, was the Mississippi State Singles Champion in 1963 and 1964, and was a founding member of Sr. Golf Association at Les Vieux Chenes. Mr. Higginbotham proudly served his country as a member of the Unites States Marines in WWII and the Pacific Theater and spent 10 years in Mississippi as a First Sergeant in the National Guard. He was an usher and a member of the Sr. Club at St. Pius Catholic Church in Lafayette. Percy Higginbotham had a great love for all of his family and enjoyed life thoroughly. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Pallbearers will be Larry Higginbotham, Larry Benoit, Lonny Benoit, Jamie Benoit, Alan Huval and Clarence "Jr" Martin. A Rosary will be prayed Monday, March 31 at 7:00 PM in Martin & Castille Funeral Home. The family requests that visitation be observed on Monday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Tuesday from 8:00 AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503. The family wishes to give special thanks to the 6th floor stroke unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, to the LHC Extended Care Unit at Lafayette General and Dr. Michael Alexander and his staff. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. Martin & Castille-Lafayette, (337) 234-2311.
The Advocate 05/13/2008
Thomas W. Higginbotham (1933-2008) LA
Thomas W. Higginbotham A resident of Baker and native of Plaquemine, he passed away Monday, May 12, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He was 74. He graduated from Istrouma High School in 1951 and was a member of Blackwater United Methodist Church. He retired from the Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development, District 61, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. Visiting at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Wednesday, May 14, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Visiting at Blackwater United Methodist Church, 10000 Blackwater Road, Baker, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Dr. Tom Higginbotham and the Rev. Bill Moon. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Eloise Higginbotham; daughters, Joi Lohr and husband Pat, Gina Strong and husband David, and Erin Carroll and husband Jay; sons, Tom Higginbotham and wife Patti, and Bret Higginbotham and wife Zhanna; stepsons, Gary Richardson and wife Pat, Barry Richardson and wife Kathy, and Jim Richardson and wife Michelle; former wife and mother of his children, Beryl Higginbotham; sisters, Margaret McQueary and husband Lloyd, Faye Corsentino, Tucker Adams, Piper Losavio and husband Denny, and Jackie Cashio and husband B.J.; 16 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ella and Thomas W. Higginbotham Sr.; and two brothers, Edward and Rodney Higginbotham.
The Advocate 10/05/2008
Lucy Higginbotham Jones (ca1940-2008) LA
Lucy Higginbotham "Tee Bea" Jones, a retired librarian with the East Baton Rouge Parish school system and a resident and native of Zachary, she died at 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, at Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary. She was 68. She had also worked in the Madison, Washington and Baker school systems. Visiting at Miller & Daughter Mortuary, Zachary, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting continues at New Providence Baptist Church in Zachary on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Morris Jackson. Interment in Southern Memorial Gardens. She is survived by a son, Levi A. Jones, of Baton Rouge; daughter-in-law, Debra Ann LeBlanc, of Baton Rouge; three sisters, Juanita H. Cannon, of Baton Rouge, Gloria H. Patin and husband Claude Sr., of Zachary, and Flordia Higginbotham, of Baton Rouge; two aunts, Bernice Holmes, of New Orleans, and Viola Higginbotham, of Baton Rouge; three brothers-in-law, Howard Jones and wife Irma, and John Jones and wife Rosa Marie, all of Zachary, and Willie Lee Jones, of Baton Rouge; three sisters-in-law, Arlean Jones, of Zachary, Adlay Stokes and Vennie Wright, both of Baton Rouge; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends. She is also survived by Mrs. Leona Shoemaker, of Zachary, whom she thought of as a mother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Jones; parents, Charlie and Pearl Holmes Higginbotham; a sister, Johnnie Mae Higginbotham; and maternal grandparents, Manuel and Martha Burton Holmes.
The Advocate 10/16/2008
Thelma Marie Briscoe Higginbotham (1927-2008) LA
December 3, 1927 - October 15, 2008
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, October 16, 2008 at Guidry Funeral Home Chapel, Church Point for Thelma B. Higginbotham, 80, the former Thelma Marie Briscoe. Mrs. Higginbotham died at 1:55 A.M. Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at Acadia-St. Landry Guest Home, Church Point. She was a life-long resident of Church Point. Monsignor Jefferson J. DeBlanc will conduct the services with interment following in the Monsignor Bienvenu Catholic Cemetery; Highway 35, Church Point. Survivors include three sons: Glen Higginbotham and wife Cheryl and Joseph “Doo” Higginbotham- all of Church Point and John Higginbotham of Atlanta, Georgia; four daughters: Mary Savoy, Donna Freeman and husband Jarold, Valerie Waters and Carolyn Stone- all of Church Point; two sisters: Mary and Wilma Higginbotham- both of Church Point; nine grandchildren and fifteen great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry “Chick” Higginbotham; a son, Michael Higginbotham; a grandson, Jarold Freeman III; two brothers and a sister. The family requested that visiting hours be observed from 4:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Wednesday and continue from 8:00 A.M. Thursday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday by Monsignor DeBlanc.
The Advocate on 12/03/2008
Johnnie B. Higginbotham (1932-2008) LA
A native of Greensburg, she departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2008, at her brother's home in Baton Rouge. She was 76. Visiting at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, Greensburg, on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting at Greater Turner Chapel AME Church, 871 Turner Chapel Road, Greensburg, the Rev. Stanley J. Carter, pastor, on Friday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., with Superintendent J.J. Quillen officiating. Interment in Darlington Church of God in Christ Church Cemetery, Darlington. Survived by her sister, Dorothy H. LeBeau; and brother, Elder E.J. Higginbotham, both of Baton Rouge.
The Advocate 12/26/2008
Juanita Higginbotham Virdure (1922-2008) LA
A retired educator with 34 years of service with the Ascension Parish school system, she died at 8:47 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, at her home in Baton Rouge. She was 86. Visiting at New St. Luke Baptist Church, 538 South Blvd., on Saturday, Dec. 27, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m., conducted by Bishop Pastor Joseph Armstrong. Dismissal at 11:30 a.m. Saturday. Interment in Southern Memorial Gardens, Blount Road. She is survived by four daughters, Sandra Williams Diggs, Brenda Williams Brown, Diane Williams Hamilton and Lander Virdure Stovall; two sons, Leonard Virdure Jr. and Bennett J. Virdure Sr.; 18 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her father, Joseph Higginbotham; mother, Serena Dunn Fines; and husband Leonard Virdure Sr. Pallbearers will be Brandon Hamilton, James Moncrief, Bryan Moncrief, Jarred Johnson, Waymond Stovall III and Sehdeva Brown. Honorary pallbearers are Leonard Virdure Jr., Bennett J. Virdure Sr., Clifton L. Sanford Jr., Herman J. Hamilton, Leonard "Trey" Virdure III, Bennett "BJ" Virdure Jr. and Preston H. Lawless. She graduated from Southern University Laboratory School, Southern University with a bachelor's and master's degrees in education, was a member of the Louisiana Teachers Association, New St. Luke Baptist Church choir, Pastor's Aide and Women volunteer, avid NBA, NFL and LSU Tigers sports fan. Arrangements by Fraternal Funeral Home Inc., Clinton.
The Times-Picayune 02/05/2009
Josephine Mary Andrews Higginbotham (1943-2009) LA
HIGGINBOTHAM, Josephine Mary Higginbotham passed away, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by family in her home on Tuesday, February 3, 2009. She was 65 years old. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Edward Veazie Higginbotham; three children, James Higginbotham, Roxanne Winters (husband, Harry) and Nancy Pecot (husband, Lionel); 9 grandchildren, Terry J. (wife, Paula) and William E. Schneider IV (wife, Bonnie), Joseph E., Christopher J. and Harry A. Winters, Jr., Shannon L. and Lionel E. Pecot, Julian T. Hutcherson, James Jr. and Renee Higginbotham; and 2 great-grandchildren, Brooklyn and Jackson Schneider. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Neff and William Andrews; a daughter, Mary L. Schneider; siblings, Anthony, Joseph "Buddy", Althea and William Andrews, Jr.; and 2 grandchildren, Sherri and John A. Pecot. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen & Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Friday, February 6, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Friends may visit after 4:00 p.m.
Shreveport Times 06/15/2009
Maxine Wiggins Higginbotham (1925-2009) LA
SPRINGHILL, LA - Funeral services for Mrs. Maxine Wiggins Higginbotham, age 83, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at Central Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne Jenkins, Rev. Tim Everett and Rev. David Harrell officiating. Burial will be in the Springhill Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Mortuary. Mrs. Higginbotham, a native of Jamestown, LA and resident of Springhill since 1950, died Saturday, June 13, 2009 in Shreveport after a short illness. She was an active and faithful member of Central Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School in the children's department for 35 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and co-owner of H&B Drug Store for 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Dr. A C Higginbotham; daughter, Leara Higginbotham of Houston, TX; son, Rodney Higginbotham and wife, Julie of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Alice and Meg Higginbotham and a host of nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers will be Ray Burnham, Rex Morris, Phillip Carroll, James Colvin, Bill Evans and Johnny Herrington. Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Central Baptist Church and members of the Adult VI Sunday School Department. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, at Bailey Mortuary.
Lake Charles American Press 06/19/2009
Terlin Joseph Higginbotham (1931-2009) LA
Terlin Joseph Higginbotham, 78, of Lake Charles, LA died at 11:45 AM on Thursday, June 18, 2009 in a local care facility. Mr. Higginbotham was born February 1, 1931 in Pitreville, LA and has lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He worked for the Teamster's Local for many years and was a member of St. Raphael's Catholic Church. He was an avid bass fisherman; enjoyed growing his vegetable garden, but his passion in life was for his family. Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his son, Ronald Dale Higginbotham and wife Peggy Barrios of Lafayette; daughters, Donna H. Appel and husband Charlie of Baton Rouge, JoAnn H. Becnel and husband Joe of Iowa, and Cheryl H. Bertrand and husband Randy of Lake Charles; brother, Darrell Higginbotham of Lafayette; sisters, Lela Mae Fruge and Judy Fruge, both of Lake Charles, Sherry Broussard of Opelousas and Diane Comeaux of Lafayette; six grandchildren, Matthew Becnel and wife Heather, Heidi LaFleur, Andre' Higginbotham, Michael Becnel, Todd Higginbotham, and Lauren Appel; three great-grandchildren, Braydan and Adryonna LaFleur and Gunner Becnel; and extended family, Anthony Piazza of Lake Charles, and the staff and residents of Grand Cove. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola LeJeune Higginbotham; and brother, Patrick Higginbotham. His funeral service will be at 11:30 AM on Saturday, June 20, 2009 at St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Iowa, LA. Father Marcus Johnson will officiate. Burial will follow in Lacassine Cemetery. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM with a rosary being recited at 6:30 PM. Visitation will continue on Saturday at the funeral home from 8:00 AM to 10:45AM. The family would like to express a special word of thanks to Grand Cove and Brighton Bridge Hospice.
06/19/2009
Sandra Lynn Huckaby Higginbotham (1943-2009) LA
Funeral services will be held Monday, June 22, 2009 at a 1:00
p.m. Mass in Melancon Funeral Home Chapel of Opelousas for Sandra Huckaby
Higginbotham, age 66, the former Sandra Lynn Huckaby, who passed away Thursday,
June 18, 2009 at 3:55 p.m. at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge.
Interment will be in Bellevue Memorial Park. The Rev. Angelo Cremaldi, pastor of
Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church, will officiate at the services.
Mrs. Higginbotham was a native and lifelong resident of Opelousas. She was a
parishioner at Our Lady Queen of Angels Church in Opelousas.
Survivors include her mother, the former Essie Mae Danel, of Opelousas; three
daughters, Stephanie Manuel and her husband, Kent, of Groves, TX, Donna Hanson
of Tacoma, WA, and Kelly Marcus and her husband, Matthew, of Baton Rouge; one
brother, Bobby Huckaby of Vallejo, CA; one sister, Debbie Landry and her
husband, Bill, of Wilmington, N.C.; and nine grandchildren, Libbie Manuel,
Connor Manuel, Allie Manuel, Travis Hanson, Cassie Hanson, Malcolm Marcus, Aaron
Marcus, Zoe Marcus, and Ethan Marcus.
She was preceded in death by her father, Leon Huckaby.
A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00
p.m., Sunday and from 9:30 a.m. until service time on Monday.
Melancon Funeral Home of Opelousas, 4708 I-49 North Service Rd, Opelousas,
(337-407-1907), is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 06/27/2009
Gwendolyn Higginbotham Adams (1929-2009) FL
She died at age 79 on Thursday, June 25, 2009, at Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary where she retired as a surgical nurse with 37 years of service. She was a resident of Ethel and native of Plaquemine. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home Inc. in Zachary on Sunday, June 28, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting resumes at the funeral home on Monday from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by Brother Ed Jelks. Burial in Azalea Rest Cemetery in Zachary. She is survived by three sons, Randy and wife Lucy Adams, of Ethel, Ronnie and wife Eva Adams, of Zachary and Donnie and wife Roberta Adams, of Spillman; four sisters, Margaret "Geetsy" McQueary and husband Carl, of Denham Springs, Evelyn Faye Corsentino, of Walker, Jackie Cashio and husband BJ, and Marie Losavio and husband Denny, all of Baton Rouge; grandchildren, Michelle Adams Escher, Kyle Adams, Nick Adams, Ashley Adams, Ron Adams and Luke Adams; and great-grandchildren, Macie Carruth, Hays Carruth, Harper Adams and Chandler Adams. Preceded in death by her husband, Earl Adams Jr.; parents, Thomas and Ella Higginbotham; and three brothers, Tommy Higginbotham, Sgt. Maj. Edward Higginbotham and Rodney Higginbotham. Pallbearers will be Ron Adams, Kyle Adams, Cody, Nick and Cary Cashio, Luke Adams and Richard Higginbotham. She was a member of Ethel Baptist Church, Friday Club and Lane Retiree's Club. Special thanks to doctors and medical staff at Lane Regional for all your special care. Share sympathies, condolences and memories and www.charletfuneralhome.com.
The Advocate 07/16/2009
Terrie Ann Higginbotham (1956-2009) LA
A resident of Denham Springs, she died at 1:44 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Golden Age Nursing Home in Denham Springs. She was 53 and a native of Livingston. Visiting at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, on Thursday, July 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting continues at the funeral home chapel on Friday, July 17, from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Dickie Davis. Burial will be in Palmetto Cemetery in Walker. Survived by aunts, Jackie Higginbotham Morales and Rebecca Higginbotham Smith; and uncles, Louis L. Higginbotham, Phillip M. Higginbotham, Sterling Higginbotham and Charles Higginbotham. Preceded in death by her mother, Maggie A. Higginbotham; maternal grandmother, Willie Smart Higginbotham; maternal grandfather, Jack Higginbotham; uncles, Scott, Jerry P., Julius E. and Mark Higginbotham; and an aunt, Martha Lou Higginbotham Lee. She was a member of Livingston United Methodist Church.
07/24/2009
Verlis Marie Miller Higginbotham (1915-2009) LA
November 10, 1915 - July 23, 2009
Funeral services for Verlis Marie Miller Higginbotham, age 93, will be held on Monday, July 27, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church with interment in Bellevue Memorial Park. Rev. Austin Leger will officiate the services. Mrs. Higginbotham, a resident of Sunset, died at her daughter’s residence in Marrero, La. on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 12:05 p.m. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by a son, John Dalton Higginbotham of Opelousas, La.; her daughter, Deanna Gail LeBlanc and her husband, Jerome, of Marrero, La.; her sister, Viola Leger Mello of Opelousas, La.; her 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Louis Higginbotham; her parents, Alteon and Marceline Miller; her son, Benjamin Higginbotham and her brothers, Forestier, Clovis, Arista, Jacques, Altheuse (Mit), Albin and Cyprien Miller. Visiting hours will be observed in the Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas on Sunday, July 26, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will re-open on Monday, July 27, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. until service time. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2009. Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements (337-942-2638).
07/26/2009
Lindsey Cecelia Higginbotham (1985-2009) LA
Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 27, 2009 at a 1:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Scott for Lindsey C. Higginbotham, age 23, who went to be with our Lord, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 12:23 AM in Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Interment will be in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Scott. Reverend Allen Breaux, Associate Pastor of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Scott will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the Funeral Services. Lectors will be Robert Savoy and Rhonda Daigle. Musical Selections will be, "You Will Always Be A Child In My Eyes", "Be Not Afraid", "Amazing Grace" and "Hail Mary, Gentle Woman". Survivors include her wonderful loving parents, Stevie and Roberta Higginbotham; one sister, Ashley Higginbotham; her maternal grandmother, Marie L. Savoy and her paternal grandparents, Carl J. and Dovie Higginbotham; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Fred J. Savoy. Lindsey was born in Lafayette, Louisiana on November 16, 1985 and was a lifelong resident of Scott. She was an angel of special blessings in the Higginbotham family and was dearly loved by everyone. Lindsey enjoyed watching movies and listening to music. She was such a joy to be with and will be missed. The family would like to extend sincere appreciation to her two nurses, Annette Domingue and Brenda Vaughn for the excellent care given to Lindsey. Pallbearers will be Robert Savoy, Chris Higginbotham, Sammy Higginbotham and Carl M. Higginbotham. A Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM Sunday evening in the Martin & Castille Funeral Home in Scott. The family requests that visitation be observed Sunday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and Monday from 9:00 AM until time of the Funeral Mass.
09/05/2009
George Higginbotham (1927-2009) LA
(April 17, 1927 - September 4, 2009)
Funeral Services will be Monday, September 7, 2009 at 11:00 am at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Church Point, for George Higginbotham, 83, who passed away Friday, September 4, 2009 at Opelousas General Hospital in Opelousas, La. Officiating the services will be Very Rev. Msgr. Jeff DeBlanc. Survivors include his wife, Bertha L. Higginbotham, of Church Point, La., One Son, Randall & Dianne Higginbotham, of Church Point, La. Four Daughters, Sandy & Ricky Boudreaux, of Church Point, La., Christine & Glenn, Sr. Jacquneaux, of Duson, La., Karen Higginbotham of Church Point, La., Becky & Mark Lanthier, of Crowley, La. One Sister, Valerie Lejeune of Richard, La. Seven Grandchildren, Four Step Grandchildren, Six Great Grandchildren and Ten Step Great Grandchildren Mr. George is preceded in death by his parents, John & Louise Higginbotham, One Great Grandson, Christian Higginbotham, Three Brothers, Austin, Harry and Ray Higginbotham, Two Sister, Ruby Bihm and Esther Higginbotham. Visitation will be Sunday 10:00 am till time of services on Monday. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Sunday Evening in the Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point, La. Burial will be in the Our Lady of The Sacred Heart Church Cemetery under the directions of Duhon Funeral Home, L.L.C. of Church Point, La
The Advocate 09/14/2009
Henry L. Higginbotham (1970-2009) LA
A mechanic and a resident of Walker, he died at 12:15 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, at Tulane Hospital in New Orleans. He was 39 and a native of Livingston. Visiting at Carroll Baptist Church, on the corner of La. 1024 and Friendship Road in Walker, on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting resumes at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service at 10:30 a.m., conducted by Dr. Richard Blue. Survived by his wife, Misty Killcrease Higginbotham; mother, Julia McCorkle Higginbotham; two daughters, Morgan, 11, and Tapanga, 8; three sons, Mark Lee, 5, Henry, 18, and Jesse, 16; a sister, Michele McFadden, Hammond; and two brothers, Mark, Livingston, and Jack, Walker. Preceded in death by his father, Mark Higginbotham; grandparents, Jack and Willie Higginbotham and Henry and Julia Kriz McCorkle; great-grandparents, Frank and Nettie Stafford Kriz, and Scott and Margaret Chaney Higginbotham; aunts and uncles, Russell, Donald and Mary McCorkle, Scott, Jerry and Phoebe, Julius, Maggie and Terrie Higginbotham, Martha Lou and Butch Lee. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to help cover funeral costs. Pallbearers will be Russell McCorkle, Geron McFadden, Lee Taylor, Bo Lee, AJ Selders and Robert Toms Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Jesse McCorkle and Chris Higginbotham. He was a graduate of Doyle High School, and enjoyed chess, bridge, martial arts, track, baseball, football and computers. Arrangements by Church Funeral Services, St. Amant.
The Advocate 10/09/2009
Josephine Higginbotham Doucet (1912-2009) LA
PORT BARRE - Funeral services for Josephine "Jo" Higginbotham Doucet, 97, will be held at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Sibille Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Doucet was a resident of Port Barre and died Thursday, Oct. 8, at Evangeline Oaks Nursing Home in Carencro. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Sibille Funeral Home.
The Advocate 02/01/2010
Myrtle Higginbotham Price (1929-2010) LA
October 10, 1929 - January 30, 2010
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful ones." Psalm 116:15. A retired telephone operator and seamstress, Myrtle H. Price passed away at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. She was 80, a resident of Brownsfield and a native of Oak Grove. Visiting at Baker Funeral Home, 6401 Groom Road, Baker, on Tuesday, Feb. 2, from 11 a.m. until religious service at 2 p.m. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. She is survived by three daughters, Carolyn Manning, Terri Carney and husband Clay, and Linda Price; two sons, Tony Johnson and wife LaDonna, and Harold Price Sr.; a sister, Dorothy Wilks; and five grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents, Essie and Thomas Higginbotham; two infant children, Kenneth and Melaine Price; four brothers and four sisters. Pallbearers will be Tony Johnson, Clay Carney, Robert Jones, Adam Price, Ian Carney and Harold Price Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Eric and Ethan Carney. You may sign the online guestbook at www.bakerfuneralhomeonline.com.
02/11/2010
Wanda Faye Fountain Higginbotham (1943-2010) LA
Wanda Higginbotham 66 of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Friday, February 12, 2010. Funeral service were held on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Interment followed at Hinson Cemetery, Knight Community, LA., Rev. James Midkiff officiated. Wanda Higginbotham is survived by; Daughter: Lisa and husband David Keel of Merryville, LA; Sons: Boyd and wife Janet Higginbotham of Merryville, LA, Brian Higginbotham of Merryville, LA, Shane and wife Amanda Higginbotham of Merryville, LA, Ricky and wife Melissa Higginbotham of Rosepine, LA and Terry and wife Ashley Higginbotham of Rosepine, LA; 13 Grandchildren.
Southwest Daily News 02/24/2010
Andrew Charles Higginbotham (1984-2010) LA
Funeral services for Andrew C. Higginbotham, 25, of Sulphur, will be held on Friday, February 26 in Robison Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation will begin on Thursday, February 25 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., and continue on Friday from 8 a.m. until time of service. Mr. Higginbotham passed away on Sunday, February 21 in Lafayette. Service will be officiated by Sergeant John Autry, Minister of the Lafayette Salvation Army. Andrew participated in basketball, baseball, tennis and golf. He excelled in all his endeavors. He was always fun to be with and had the comic ability to make all around him laugh. He will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charles and Jeanne Frensley. Survivors are his parents, David and Jeanne Higginbotham of Sulphur; brother, Reis Wesley Higginbotham of Sulphur; sister, Chelsea Michele Higginbotham of Lake Charles; paternal grandparents, Virginia and Ray Willis of Breaux Bridge; a dear cousin, Dr. John Noble, Jr.; and his uncle and aunt, Robert and Lillian Frensley, all of Lake Charles; and a host of other family and friends.
03/10/2010
Jeanette Theresa Guidry Higginbotham (1936-2010) LA
Jeanette (Guidry) Higginbotham, age 73, of Eunice, La., died Tuesday, March 9, 2010, at Acadian Medical Center in Eunice, La. . She is survived by her two daughters, Shirleen Lavergne & Todd of Eunice, La. Carolyn Martel of Eunice, La.; five sons, Gary Higginbotham & Kay of Eunice, La. Dwayne Higginbotham of Eunice, La. Sherman Higginbotham & Charlotte of Houma, La. Timmy Higginbotham of Eunice, La. Jamie Higginbotham & Tiffany of Eunice, La.; four brothers, Albert Guidry, Alfred Guidry, Larry Guidry and Levance "Black" Guidry all of Eunice; two sisters, Lorraine Bertrand and Judy Gotreaux of Eunice; seventeen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Noel & Cecile Miller Guidry; husband, Preston Higginbotham; grandson, Dirk Higginbotham; 2 brothers, Clevance "Blanco" Guidry and Felton Guidry; a sister, Bernice Leger. Visitation is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Thursday, March 11, 2010 with a rosary pending. Funeral service (pending time) will be at Funeral Home Chapel at Friday, March 12, 2010 . Burial to follow at Our Lady of Sacred Heart Cemetery in Church Point, La. Quirk & Son Funeral Home, 121 S. 6th. Street of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 03/12/2010
Susie Mae Higginbotham (1922-2010) LA
Susie Mae Higginbotham, a resident of Baton Rouge, she entered eternal life Thursday, March 4, 2010, at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice. She was 87 and a native of Waterproof. Visiting at Greater Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 3155 Victoria Drive, Saturday, March 13, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 9 a.m., conducted by S.C. Dixon, pastor. Interment in Winnfield Memorial Park. Survived by two sons, Eugene Higginbotham Sr. and Robert Higginbotham Sr.; three daughters, Annie Harvey, Vera Watkins and Jacqueline Ratcliff; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son and daughter. Winnfield Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 03/19/2010
Myrtis Hughes Higginbotham (1916-2010) LA
Myrtis "Aunt Murt" Higginbotham, 93, a resident of Baton Rouge and co-owner of L. Higginbotham Inc. passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Saturday, March 20, from 10 a.m. until time of services at 2 p.m. Entombment will be in Greenoaks Memorial Park Mausoleum. Survivors include a son, Henry Rybolt and wife Sharon, of Baton Rouge; three stepdaughters, Patsy Fuselier, of Baton Rouge, Carolyn Higginbotham, of Colorado, and Kathy Higginbotham, of Baton Rouge; and foster daughter, Phouc Nguyen, of Baton Rouge. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Higginbotham; nine brothers and sisters, and a stepdaughter, June Day.
04/05/2010
Garland Joseph Higginbotham (1920-2010) LA
November 17, 1920 - April 4, 2010
EUNICE – It is with great sadness that the family of Garland J. Higginbotham, 89 announces his passing on Sunday, April 04, 2010 at Acadian Medical Center. Rite of Committal will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Father Gil Dutel Celebrant. Garland was a Veteran of the United States Army and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. He retired 33 years ago as owner and operator of Higginbotham Appliance Service, and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. Garland was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 71 years, Thelma Bellow Higginbotham of Eunice. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilman and Elizabeth Tweedel Higginbotham; brother, Felton Higginbotham; and sister, Eula Cushman.
The Advocate 04/23/2010
Mona Denise Higginbotham (1969-2010) LA
"For God so loved the world that He gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16. Mona Denise Higginbotham, 41, a resident of Geismar and native of Church Point, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010. Visitation at Gonzales Baptist Temple, 2807 S. Hodgeson Ave., Gonzales, on Saturday, April 24, from 2 p.m. until memorial service at 3 p.m. Survived by her mother and stepfather, Sheila and Robert Sweeting, of French Settlement; lifetime soul mate, Shelly Stevens and their children, Maegan and Garrett Stevens; two sisters, April H. Pitre, of Maringouin, and Frena M. Popps, of French Settlement; a brother, Blaine A. Higginbotham, of Germany; maternal grandfather, Floyd D. Chatagnier and wife Mercedes Chatagnier, of Church Point; and numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, John Pershing Higginbotham; nephew, Joshua Paul Higginbotham; paternal grandparents, Homer "Pete" and Eula Higginbotham; and maternal grandmother, Annabelle Chatagnier. The family would like to thank the staff of Generation's Hospice of Watson for making it possible for her to pass away in the care of her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help with funeral cost. Arrangements by Church Funeral Services and Crematory, 13250 La. 431, St. Amant, LA 70774, (225) 644-9683.
Southwest Daily News 07/07/2010
Abbie Joseph Higginbotham (1973-2010) LA
Abbie Joseph "A.J." Higginbotham, 36, of Sulphur died at 4:42 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2010 in a local hospital. Mr. Higginbotham was born in Lake Charles, LA on July 20, 1973 and lived in Sulphur for the past three years. He was a graduate of LaGrange High School. Mr. Higginbotham was employed for Turner Industries for the past ten years. He attended Our Lady of Lasalette Catholic Church. He was an avid fisherman and was known for his loving and caring character. He was willing to help anyone. His daughter, Kelsey, was the light of his life. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Kelsey Beth Higginbotham of Moss Bluff; his companion, Denese LeBoeuf of Sulphur; his parents, Janell and Edgar Higginbotham of Lake Charles; paternal grandfather, Abbie Higginbotham of Lake Charles; maternal grandmother, Esther Durio of Kinder, LA; four siblings and their spouses, Jessica Moseley and Mark of Maumelle, of AR, Curtis Higginbotham and Stefanie of Sulphur, Jason Higginbotham and Christine of Sulphur, and JoAnne Thibodeaux and Patrick of Lacassine; six nieces; four nephews; a step son, Chad McMichael of Sulphur and his children, A.J.'s "Little Buddies", Grant and Gage. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2010 in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Deacon Johnny Mounce will officiate. Burial will be in Big Woods Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a rosary being recited at 6 p.m. Visitation will continue on Thursday from 8 a.m. until time of services.
The Advocate 07/19/2010
Linda Lillian McManus Higginbotham (1941-2010) LA
A native and resident of Holden, she died at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, July 17, 2010, in Holden. She was 68. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, Tuesday, July 20, from 9 a.m. until religious service in the chapel at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Jeff Hathorne. Burial in the Higginbotham Family Cemetery, Holden. She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Beth and Bruce Stewart, and Sharon Higginbotham; son, Charles Higginbotham; half brother, Gary Rhodus; three grandchildren, Josh and Jesse Stewart, and Heather Hearon; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her former husband, Austin Higginbotham. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to a charity of your choice.
Deridder Daily News 08/31/2010
Roy Higginbotham (1953-2010) LA
Roy Higginbotham, 57, of Merryville, La. passed away Saturday,
August 28, 2010 in Merryville, La. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Monday, August 30, 2010 and from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010
at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La. Funeral services will be at 10
a.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder,
La. Reverend Roy Hoosier and Vic Warwick will officiate. Interment will follow
at Old Cypress Cemetery in DeRidder, La. Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his
wife, Glenda Higginbotham of Merryville, La.; two sons, Thomas Self and wife
Joyce of Jasper, Texas, Troy Rhodes and wife Kyle of Snow Hill Md.; five
daughters, Sandy La Land and husband Ronnie of Alexandria, La., Pam Mejia and
husband Julio of Colfax, La., Susie Terry of Florien, La., Tricia Fowler and
husband Darrell of Merryville, La., Kayla Mathews and husband Shane of San
Augustine, Texas; one brother, Troy Higginbotham of Merryville, La.; one sister,
Lydia Parker of Merryville, La.; fifteen grandchildren and nine great
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Jewes Higginbotham;
mother, Effie Parker; brothers, Hilton Higginbotham, Milton Higginbotham and
sister, Fairlene Higginbotham Massengill. Services are conducted by
Myers-Colonial Funeral Home.
The Advertiser 11/18/2010
Greta Fay Higginbotham Bordelon (1928-2010) LA
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, November 19, 2010 in the Delhomme Chapel of the Flowers for Greta Bordelon, 81, who passed away on November 16, 2010 at 12:12 am at Lafayette General Medical Center. Reverend Michael Russo, Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima Church, will conduct the funeral services. Interment will take place in Holy Mary Mother of God Cemetery. Mrs. Bordelon, a resident of Lafayette, LA, was the daughter of the late Robert Higginbotham of Lafayette, Louisiana and the former Florence Dugas of Centerville, Louisiana. Greta passed away after a lifetime of love and laughter. She answered to many names; Mom, Nan, Da Da, "the cake lady" but the name she cherished most of all was Muzzy, which she was lovingly called by her grandchildren. She had an undying love for her family and friends. She traveled the world but always enjoyed coming back home to Lafayette. She was happiest around the table eating boiled crabs and crawfish or standing by the stove, frying a pan full of sac-a-lait or bream. An avid LSU fan, she held season tickets for over 40 years, her happiest moment came this year when LSU beat Alabama (and Nick Saban) in Death Valley. She cherished her time around the card table with her wonderful friends and looked forward to her Friday night jaunts to the casino. Greta will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her children, Darlene Pugh, Pam and her husband Ken LaBry and Ruth and her husband Patrick Booker; her grandsons Nicholas LaBry, Michael Booker and his wife Linda and Patrick Booker and his wife Shelly; her great grandchildren, Emma, Mary Alice, Morgan and Mike Booker; her brother-in-law Travis Shipp; special "other sister" Jewel and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and extended family. She was preceded in death by her husband William Bordelon, her parents Robert and Florence Dugas Higginbotham and her siblings, Dora Shipp and Robert Higginbotham, Jr. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Delhomme Funeral Home of Lafayette on Friday from 9:00 am until service time. A Rosary will be recited on Friday at 11:00 am in the funeral home. The family wishes to thank the staff at Lafayette General Medical Center, especially the 7th Floor Intensive Care Unit staff, for their excellent and compassionate care. Pallbearers will be Patrick Booker, Ricky Payment, Rano Harris, Steve Guidry, Lanny Robicheaux and Chad Richard. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Personal condolences may be sent to the Bordelon family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com. Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Daily World 12/13/2010
Martha Higginbotham Knott (1945 - 2010) LA
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at a 2:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Francis Regis Catholic Church in Arnaudville for Martha H. Knott, age 65, the former Martha Higginbotham, who passed away Sunday, December 12, 2010 at 12:33 a.m. at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas. Interment will be in St. Francis Regis Cemetery in Arnaudville. The Rev. Keenan Brown, pastor of St. Francis Regis Catholic Church, will officiate at the services. Mrs. Knott was a native of Waxia/Port Barre and a resident of Arnaudville since 1965. She was a parishioner of St. Francis Regis Catholic Church and was employed as a deli baker at Russell's Food Center in Arnaudville for five years. Survivors include four brothers, Albert Higginbotham and his wife, Daisy, of Waxia, O'Neil Higginbotham and his wife, Susan, of Opelousas, Dean Higginbotham and his wife, Gloria, of Waxia, and Chris Higginbotham and his wife, Jo Ann, of Waxia; one sister, Helen Schexnayder and her husband, James, of Arnaudville; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Harold J. Knott; her parents, Jack Higginbotham and the former Marie Doucet; and two brothers, Allen John Higginbotham and Rayfield Higginbotham. A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Monday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday. Special thanks to Eva and Harris Knott, Erilda Arnaud, Dr. Paul Rees and Dr. Kirk Elliott for all their care and support during this time. Pallbearers will be James Schexnayder, O'Neil Higginbotham, Dean Higginbotham, Christopher Higginbotham, Harris Knott, and Kaleb Jack Higginbotham. Melancon Funeral Home of Arnaudville, 224 Main Street, (337) 754-5725, is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 12/25/2010
Jewel Sebern Higginbotham (1922-2010) LA
A wonderful and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Mrs. Jewel S. Higginbotham, a resident of Erwinville for more than 20 years and retired office manager of H&H Fabricators & Erectors Inc., passed away about 9:15 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, in the Hospice of Baton Rouge Butterfly Wing of the Baton Rouge General Medical Center on Florida Boulevard, surrounded by her loving family and best friend, Janet Shook. Her 88 years of life allowed her to touch and influence many lives, leaving many memories and friends. She was loved for her quick wit and spiciness, especially by her pokeno club members. Mrs. Higginbotham was born Feb. 28, 1922, to Alpha Louise and George Robert Sebern Sr. and was reared in Converse. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, George Jr., John Wesley and James Leroy; three sisters, Thelma S. Mann, Myrtis S. Edgar and Katie S. Gabriel; her loving husband of 50 years, James Monroe Higginbotham; and a grandson, James Martin Higginbotham. She is survived by a loving son, James Robert Higginbotham and his wife, Judy; two grandchildren, Bobby Ray Higginbotham and wife Annette, and Donna H. Corona and husband Tommy; five great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She will also be missed greatly by her loving puppy and companion, Butch. Services will be at the Erwinville Baptist Church in Erwinville. Visitation will be Tuesday, Dec. 28, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., with a Christian service and burial following in the Erwinville Cemetery next to the church. Brother Willie Kennedy will be officiating. She was a member and past worthy matron of Fidelity Chapter 160, Order of the Eastern Star. An Eastern Star Service will be conducted at 1 p.m., officiated by past worthy grand matron of the State of Louisiana, Janet Shook. Pallbearers will be her Masonic brothers from Fordoche Lodge 292 and Livonia Lodge 220. Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Ray Higginbotham, Colby Higginbotham, Tommy Corona, John Keith Corona, Joshua Jannise and Cameron Jannise. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Boyd Helm, Dr. Phillip Padgett and the wonderful staff at the Butterfly Wing of the Baton Rouge General Medical Center for their professional and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shriner's Hospitals for Children, 2100 Samford Ave., Shreveport, LA, 71103 (318) 222-5704 or to the charity of your choice.
The Advocate 01/14/2011
Ruth Higginbotham Adams (1920-2011) LA
A resident of Baton Rouge and native of Angola, she passed away Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, in Baton Rouge. She was 90 and a retired accountant with the Louisiana Department of Education. Ruth was a lifelong Presbyterian and the wife of the late Jesse Adams. Survived by her step grandson, Mark Adams and wife Chantel; cousins, the Rev. Henry Bowdon Jr. and wife Virginia, Louise Mayo, and John Bowman and wife Mimi; and caretaker of 14 years, Connie Jackson, and her daughter, Ashley Turner. Preceded in death by her parents, Curley and Olive Young Higginbotham. Visiting at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., on Saturday, Jan. 15, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Henry Bowdon Jr. Interment in the Young Family Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Istrouma Area Boy Scouts Council.
The Town Talk 01/16/2011
Frances Thornbrugh Higginbotham (1932-2011) TX/LA
March 5,1932 - January 15, 2011
Funeral services for Frances Thornbrugh Higginbotham, 78, of Pineville, who died Saturday January 15, 2011 at The Oak Care Center in Pineville,, will be 2 pm. Monday January 17, 2011 at Laird Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Winedeart and Charles Carpenter officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Laird Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday and 1p.m. Monday until service time at Laird Funeral Home. Mrs. Higginbotham was born March 5,1932 in Kilgore, Texas the daughter of Lloyd Elmer and Mary Ida Stafford Thornbrugh. She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Bill Thornbrugh, one sister, Mary Lee Dianne Thornbrugh and a daughter, Bonnie Higginbotham Holloway. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, W. C. Higginbotham of Pineville; three daughters, Winnie Smigura and her fiancé, Steve Wall of Pineville, Mary Baxley and husband, Kenny of Pineville, and Pam O'Neal and husband John of Pineville; ten grandchildren, Twilla Buckles, Marcus Conn, Crystal Furniss, Lucas Conn, Tracy Sanders, Joey Foster, Shaun O'Neal, Brandi Thomas, Naomi Holloway, and James Holloway; three step grandchildren, Angela Wages, Raye Lynn Clanton, and Donia Wages; ten great grandchildren and six step great grandchildren;; one sister, Bonnie Spence of Walker. Pallbearers will be Steve Wall, Kenny Baxley, Joey Foster, Lynn Sanders, Wade Furniss and Seth Thomas. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society Online condolence may be sent to the family at www.lairdfh.com
02/25/2011
Hazel Fontenot Higginbotham (1925-2011) LA
October 22, 1925 - February 20, 2011
Hazel Higginbotham, 85, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2011 in a local hospital. She was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Sulphur and a member of AARP. She was a volunteer for several years at Care Help of Sulphur. She loved camping and traveling and loved the old-fashioned courier du Mardi Gras. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Joseph (Billy) Higginbotham of Sulphur; daughters, Peggy Jones and husband, Joseph of Moss Bluff, Brenda Manuel and husband, Gill of Sulphur, Elaine Dyer and husband, Craig of Lake Charles; brothers, Buckman Fontenot of Eunice, Tony Fontenot of Grand Prairie, TX, Dalen Fontenot of Moss Bluff, Rayford Fontenot of Moss Bluff; sisters, Helena Hebert of Snohomish, Washington, Geneva Thibodeaux and husband, Jane of Eunice, LA; 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, "Bee" Fontenot. Her funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, February 26, 2011 at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Father Ernie will officiate. Pallbearers assisting in her service will be Troy Dyer, her only grandson Jamey Kendall, Adam Liuzza, Brett Lanier, Cass Fontenot and Michael Fontenot. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery. Visitation will be 3 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. till time of service. Rosary will be prayed at 6 p.m. Friday evening.
Daily World 03/20/2011
Marie Louisiana Higginbotham Lyons (1922-2011) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, March 21, 2011 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Church Point for Mrs. Ferdie ("Lou") Lyons, 88, the former Louisiana Higginbotham. Mrs. Lyons, a native and long-time resident of Church Point, died at 3:15 A.M. Friday, March 18, 2011 at Opelousas General Hospital; Opelousas, La. Monsignor Jefferson J. DeBlanc will conduct the services with entombment following in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum in Church Point. Survivors include two sons, Marx Kenneth Lyons and wife Linda and Dwaine Gerard Lyons and wife Janet-all of Church Point; four daughters: Norma Burleigh and husband Robert of Ragley, La., Eloise David and husband Pat of Rayne, La., Elaine Nations of Iowa, La. and Debra Mohajer and husband John of Houston, Tex.; a son-in-law, Curtis "Curt" Wimberly of Church Point; thirty-two grandchildren, seventy great-grandchildren and seventeen great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ferdie Lyons; a daughter, Gloria Wimberly; her parents, Edward and Elouise (Bellard) Higginbotham; three brothers and six sisters. The family requested that visiting hours be observed from 10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 20 and continue from 8:00 A.M. Monday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held at 7:30 P.M. on Sunday by Monsignor DeBlanc. Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway, Church Point, La. (337) 684-5488.
The Advocate 04/07/2011
Nancy Eva Higginbotham (1929-2011) LA
A soul went to heaven today, Nancy Eva has passed away. "Nan" was born in Baton Rouge on Sept. 29, 1929, and was the eldest child of Leo P. and Madeline Crotty Higginbotham. Later, she was joined by sister Carolyn Chidester, and brother Leo Jr. She attended public school and graduated from Baton Rouge High School in 1950. Her fondest memories were of her memberships in the Order of the Eastern Star and the choir at First United Methodist Church. She was a tireless volunteer and gave generously to charities and political parties and served for many years as an elections commissioner. She is survived by her siblings as well as countless nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends at Heritage House who will deeply miss her quiet countenance. Memorial services will be held at the Aldridge Chapel of First United Methodist Church on Sunday, April 10, at 4 p.m. Visitation in the church library on Sunday from 3:30 p.m. until service.
The Advocate 05/01/2011
Sterling Higginbotham (ca1946-2011) LA
Sterling Higginbotham, 65, of Livingston, passed away Friday, April 29, 2011. Visitation at Doyle Elementary School, Livingston, on Monday, May 2, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston, on Tuesday, May 3, from 8 a.m. until service at 10 a.m. Burial at St. Margaret Catholic Cemetery, Albany.
The Advocate 05/19/2011
Ernestine Hills Higginbotham (ca1957-2011) LA
A resident and native of Zachary, she died at 4:45 a.m. Sunday, May 15, 2011, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was 54. Visiting at Greater Oak Grove Baptist Church, Zachary, Saturday, May 21, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Henry Frazier. Interment in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Melvin Higginbotham, of Zachary; three children, Nicholas Brown and spouse Coletha, of Ethel, Cecole Hills and Trace Higginbotham, both of Zachary; five siblings, Leanna Brown and spouse Curtis, of Baton Rouge, Mary Lizzie Bethley and spouse James, and Gloria Banks, all of Zachary, Beatrice Harris and Eddie Hills, both of Baton Rouge; an adopted sister, Lucy Williams, of Zachary; three grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, including Cora Elsey, of Zachary. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents and godmother. Arrangements by Miller & Daughter Mortuary, Zachary.
Bastrop Daily Enterprise 07/19/2011
Albert Charles Higginbotham (1953-2011) LA
Graveside services for Mr. Albert Charles Higginbotham, age 58, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday July 19, 2011 at Pine Grove South Cemetery with Bro. Kevin Sanders officiating. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Higginbotham passed away Sunday July 17, 2011 at his home. He is preceded in death by his mother Peggy Wade Higginbotham, his father Charles Edward Higginbotham, and his two brothers Billy Paul and Eddie Higginbotham. Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his wife, Helen Tullis Higginbotham; his four children, Joshua Neil Higginbotham and wife Julianne, Jessica Nicole Buffington and husband Joshua, Scott Higginbotham, David Ritzell and wife Wendy; his sister, JoAnn Brister; and his eight grandchildren Jaylenn, Harley, and Kaylee Buffington, Faith, A.J., and Baylon Higginbotham, Keira Ritzell, and Justin Higginbotham.
Shreveport Times 08/07/2011
Marvin E. Higginbotham Jr. (1924-2011) LA
RUSTON, LA - Mr. Marvin E. Higginbotham, Jr., age 86 of Ruston, LA and affectionately known as Bud, passed away August 6 ,2011. He was born in Waterproof, LA on October 31, 1924. Bud graduated from Waterproof High School and LA Tech University. He joined the United States Navy during World War II and served honorably until September 9, 1946. Mr. Higginbotham worked for the Department of Vocation Rehabilitation until his retirement and was a member of St. Joseph-Tensas Lodge #309 F&AM. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin E. Higginbotham, Sr. and Louise Seaman Higginbotham. Bud is survived by his wife Mary Lancaster Higginbotham; a son, John H. Laughlin, Jr. and wife Faith and great grandson Will, all of Roxie, MS; brother and sister in law, Scotty and Betty Lou Robertson of Ruston, LA; sister in law, Edna "Tut" Lancaster, of St. Joseph, LA and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Buddy Miller, Mike Chennault, Rob Lancaster, Mack Lancaster, Bob Seaman, Davide Seaman, and Patrick Daniel. Honorary pallbearers will be Colin Seaman and Trinity United Methodist Church R.O.M.E.O. group. The visitation will be held Monday August 8, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist Church in the Burkhalter Chapel from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM with Reverends Rolly Walker, Doug McGuire and Jerry Hilbun officiating. Bob Seaman will present the eulogy. Graveside services will be at 4:30 PM in the Natchez City Cemetery in Natchez, MS under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Methodist Children's Home, Louisiana Tech Foundation or the charity of your choice.
Leesville Daily Leader 09/13/2011
Troy Higginbotham (1949-2011) LA
Funeral services for Troy "Butler" Higginbotham, 61, of Merryville, will be held at 2 p.m. Sept. 14, at Calvary Baptist Church in Merryville with Rev. Roy Hoosier, Rev. Bill Harrington, and Bro. Jim Miers officiating. Burial will follow in the Cannon Cemetery in Merryville under the direction of Myers Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Visitation will be held from 5-9 p.m., Sept. 13, 2011 and from 9 a.m. to the time of service Sept. 14 at Calvary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his mother, Effie Parker; father, Jewes Higginbotham; brothers, Dunk Higginbotham, Milton Higginbotham and Muss Higginbotham; and sisters, Fairlean Massengil and Lydia Parker. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Young Higginbotham of Merryville; daughters Jeanette McFatter (Danny) of Rosepine and Hayley Higginbotham of Merryville; stepbrother, Jr. Parker of Merryville; four grandchildren, two step grandchildren and one step great grandchild. Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.myers-colonialfuneralhome.com.
Hixon Funeral Home 11/07/2011
Rose Vivian Higginbotham Kaplan 1937-2011) LA
August 6, 1937 - November 4, 2011
Funeral services for Rose Kaplan, age 74, will be held on Monday, November 7, 2011 at 2:00 PM in the Hixson Funeral Home Chapel of Deridder with Brother Greg Willis officiating. Burial will follow at Cypress Cemetery. Mrs. Kaplan a homemaker passed away Friday, November 4, 2011 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on August 6, 1937 in Deridder, La the daughter of the late Silas and Sarah Keel Higginbotham. Rose is survived by her daughter Kathy Clark and husband Billy of Deridder, La; two sisters Mary Etta Mitchell of Deridder, La; Denise Bailey of Deridder, La; one granddaughter Jolene Chamberlain of Deridder ,La ; two great grandchildren Jeffery Todd Chamberlain Jr. and Jaslynn Rose Chamberlain. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Elliott V. Kaplan, and her sister Iva Jean Pickett. The family will receive friends on Sunday November 6, 2011 at Hixson Funeral of Deridder from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www. hixsonfuneralhome.com
Daily World 12/08/2011
James David Higginbotham (1931 - 2011) LA
ARNAUDVILLE - Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2011 at an 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Francis Regis Catholic Church in Arnaudville for James "J.D." Higginbotham, age 80, who passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 3:30 a.m. at Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette. Interment will be in St. Francis Regis Cemetery in Arnaudville. The Rev. Brian Taylor, pastor of St. Augustine Church in Basile, will officiate at the services. Mr. Higginbotham was a native of Arnaudville and resided in California, London, Anchorage and Louisiana throughout the course of his military service and employment. He was a veteran of the military having served in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Higginbotham was a parishioner of St. Francis Regis Catholic Church in Arnaudville and was a Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife of forty one years, Hilda Arnaud Higginbotham of Arnaudville; one son, James David Higginbotham, II and his wife, Carol, of Houston; one step son, Craig Stelly and his wife, Tina, of Arnaudville; one daughter, Stephanie Moldovan and her husband, Ray, of Sanford, NC; three step daughters, Cynthia Romero of Arnaudville, Deborah Barry and her husband, Gene, of Bossier and Angela Rinehart and her husband, John, of Marietta, GA; and twelve grandchildren, Emma Higginbotham, Kyle Higginbotham, Chad Higginbotham, Brett Romero, Meghan Romero, Jarrod Romero and his wife, Heidi, Chelsea Romero, Mathew Barry, Tiffany Barry, Lance Stelly, Andrew Olivier and Ashley Folds and her husband, Matt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antoine Higginbotham and the former Ida Meche both of St. Landry Parish; and one son, Stephen Wayne Higginbotham. A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday. Melancon Funeral Home of Arnaudville, 224 Main Street, (337) 754-5725, is in charge of arrangements.
12/20/2011
Daphne Dahyle McClelland Higginbotham (1941-2011) LA
Mrs. Daphne Dahyle Higginbotham,70, passed away Monday, December 19, 2011. She was born in Crowley and grew up in Basile where she graduated High School. She lived most of her life in Lake Charles. Mrs. Higginbotham worked in the medical field profession for nearly 30 years and was currently employed by Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her three children, Lesa Dayle Higginbotham, James Shannon Higginbotham and wife, Michelle, Michele Trahan and husband Eric all of Lake Charles; one brother, Ralph McClelland of Lake Charles; 6 grandchildren, Ryan Billedeaux, Bethany Trahan, Kamryn Trahan, Abigael Higginbotham, Rachael Higginbotham, and Lauren Higginbotham. Preceded in death by her husband, James Dale Higginbotham. A memorial service will be held Friday, December 23, 2011 at 1PM at Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will begin Friday from 12 noon until time of service. Rev. Steve James will officiate. Cremation is entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.
The Times-Picayune 12/29/2011
Jennie Higginbotham Johnson (1935-2011) LA
Jennie Higginbotham Johnson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 24, 2011 at the age of 76. She was a faithful member of Central M.B.C. where she served as a Deaconess up until her health begins to fail. Beloved daughter of the late Ben Higginbotham and Georgia Bradley. Loving wife of Wilson Johnson, Sr. for 61 years. Mother of Mildred J. Zanders (The late James, Sr.), Emma Givens (Lenard), Elaine J. Franklin (Elder Lee), Dorothy J. Paul(Karbin, Sr.), Beaulah J. Casmere (Van), Denise J. Gatlin (Jo'Nathan), Wilson Johnson, Jr. (Faye) and the late James and Clyde Johnson. Sister of Jessie Pollard, James, Charles, Leon and Greg Bradley, Amanda Randall, Maude Higginbotham and the late Delicious Nelson, Johnnie Bee Britten and Jerry Evans. Also survived by 33 grandchildren, 67 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Central Missionary Baptist Church, Evening Star B.C. True Vine C.O.G.I.C. Franklin Ave. B.C. Employees and staff of Touro Infirmary, Veolia Transportation Co., and neighbors from the Pension Town Community are all invited to attend the Funeral Service at Central M.B.C, 1438 Alabo St. on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Oliver P. Duvernay officiating. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Burial will be private. Professional services entrusted to Majestic Mortuary 504-523-5872.
The Advocate 01/20/2012
Dorothy Higginbotham Lebeau (ca1929-2012) LA
Mrs. Dorothy Lebeau, affectionately known as "Dot," passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012, in the Butterfly Wing of Baton Rouge General Center-Mid City. Visitation at Greater Turner Chapel, Greensburg, on Saturday, Jan. 21, from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., with funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment in Darlington Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memory and is survived by a brother, the Elder "E.J" Higginbotham Sr.; cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie J. and Pearl I. Higginbotham; husband, Elder Samuel Lebeau; brother, Ralph Higginbotham; and a sister, Missionary Johnny B. Higginbotham.
The News Star 01/26/2012
Delilah JoAnn Higginbotham Brister (1944-2012) LA
Graveside services for Delilah "JoAnn" Brister, 67 of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 27, 2012 at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Brister was born November 5, 1944 in Ruston, LA and passed away January 24, 2012 in Monroe. She worked for the Palace, ONB and Globe Life for many years. Mrs. Brister was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Brister and parents, Walter and Peggy Higginbotham. Mrs. Brister is survived by her son, Todd Hicks and a grandson, Wesley Hicks; several nieces and nephews. A special thanks to St. Francis Medical Center, MICU Staff and especially Courtney, Jeff, Dr. Fincher and Dr. Lee. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.
The Advocate 02/04/2012
Lila Higginbotham Shelton (ca1912-2012) LA
Lila "Erline" Shelton, age 99 and a resident of Denham Springs, passed away on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at North Oaks Medical Center. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Albany Ward. Survived by her daughters, Marion Davis, and Sue Burkart and husband Ray; grandchildren, Donna Dewailly, Jan Stuckey, Ken Davis, Becky Hoyt, Tim Burkart and Jill Rayborn; along with 16 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Preceding Erline in death were her husband, James Edward Shelton; parents, Caleb and Lela Estelle Wascom Higginbotham; siblings, Herbert Higginbotham, Mildred Alonzo, Ruthie Mae Browning and Marshall Davis Jr.; and an infant brother, Caleb Higginbotham. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, west of Hammond, on Saturday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m., with visiting hours beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bishop Jason Hoyt will officiate the services. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park Cemetery.
03/08/2012
James Douglas Higginbotham (1918-2012) LA
BASTROP, LA. Funeral services for James Douglas Higginbotham, Jr. will be celebrated on Friday, March 9, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. at the First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Henry Stone officiating. Interment will follow at Christ Church Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Doug was born May 26, 1918 and passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his parents, Inez Anderson Higginbotham and James Douglas Higginbotham, and a brother, John Thomas Higginbotham. He is survived by his two sons, James Douglas Higginbotham, III and his wife, Mary Jean and Adrian Randolph "Randy" Higginbotham and his wife, Kay. He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Kellen Higginbotham Ranger and her husband, Justin, Douglas Randolph Higginbotham, Harris James Higginbotham, a great-granddaughter, Mary Rose Ranger, his brother Don O. Higginbotham and a number of nieces and nephews for whom he cared deeply. Doug was a lifelong resident of Bastrop, Louisiana. He retired from International Paper Company having worked there for over 40 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and served in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. He was a member of the Optimist Club and First United Methodist Church in Bastrop where he served as their bookkeeper for most of his adult life. Doug truly loved Bastrop and all the people here. He had a great love for the Bastrop Rams and shared many stories with family in New Orleans. The family will receive friends beginning at 12 Noon until time for services Friday, March 9th, at the First United Methodist Church, Bastrop. Serving as pallbearers are Andy Anderson, John Bentley, Felix Brown, Jimmy Christmas, Mike Tubbs, and Danny McGrew. The family would like to extend their deep appreciation to Dr. E.D. Baker for his care and compassion during Doug's recent illness. Doug, a kind and gentle man, enjoyed his vegetable garden and his tomatoes. However, most importantly, Doug was a man of great faith who enjoyed his Sunday School classes and all the activities at his church. He will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to the First United Methodist Church, 222 South Washington Street, Bastrop, Louisiana 71220.
03/30/2012
Joseph Willard Higginbotham (1925-2012) LA
Joseph Willard "Billy" Higginbotham, 86, died Thursday, March 29, 2012, in a local care facility. Born in Church Point, Louisiana, to Simon Abner and Beatrice Barousse Higginbotham, Mr. Higginbotham lived most of his life in the Sulphur/Lake Charles area. He served his country during World War II in the U. S. Navy. He was a mechanic for forty-five years, working at All-Star GMC/Buick for the last years of his career. He was most generous with his talent as a mechanic, always willingly helping family, friends and neighbors when they had problems with their vehicles. Prior to his wife's death, he and she loved to dance. He was an avid camper and gardener, but his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Higginbotham was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Sulphur. Mr. Higginbotham is survived by his children, Peggy Jones and husband Joe, Brenda Manuel and husband Gill, and Elaine Dyer and husband Craig; grandchildren, Jan Kendall and husband Jamey, Amanda Liuzza and husband Adam, Christy Blouin and husband Justin, Amy Lanier and husband Brett, and his only grandson, Troy Dyer; nine great grandchildren; and siblings, Wilda Whittaker of Somerset, Kentucky, Wilson "Boy" Higginbotham and wife Ora of Westlake, Hamiel Higginbotham and wife Belle of Lake Charles, Mattie Stanford of Sunset, Carl Higginbotham and wife Dovie of Church Point, Clara LeBlanc and husband Larry of Rayne, and Bobby Higginbotham and wife Lorraine of Carencro. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty-four years, Hazel Fontenot; sister Esther Daigle; and brother, Simon Ward Higginbotham. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2012, at Johnson Funeral Home. Father Alan Trouille will officiate. Interment will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be on Sunday from 4 until 9 p.m., with a rosary at 6 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Harbor House Hospice, 2501 E. Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The family would like to express their grateful appreciation for the compassionate care given their father to the staff of DeQuincy Care Center.
The Advertiser 04/05/2012
Mary Lee Camille Higginbotham (ca1934-2012) LA
CATAHOULA - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am, on Friday, April 6, 2012, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Catahoula, for Mary Lee Camille Higginbotham, 78, who passed away on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at Lafayette General Medical Center. Rev. Richard Fabré will officiate at the Funeral Mass. The scripture readings will be read by Lloyd D. Higginbotham, Jr. and Tiffanie Bulliard. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery in Catahoula. Mrs. Higginbotham was the owner and operator of Red's Levee Bar and various other businesses for numerous years. Mary Lee was a loving, devoted, and supportive wife, mother, and grandmother. Although she was a mother to five, she was a second mother to many. She was especially proud and encouraging of her husband, Lloyd "Red", who was actively involved and held various positions in St. Martin Parish Government and the State of Louisiana for 43 years. In her free time she enjoyed reading, working outdoors, cooking for family gatherings and she occasionally enjoyed playing cards and going to the casino - she always enjoyed having a "shot" of coffee with her family and friends. It was known throughout Catahoula that her Lemon Meringue Pie was the best, by far. Like many others, she was an avid fan of the New Orleans Saints and looked forward to each and every season to cheer them on. Mary Lee observed the season of Lent with great reverence, with Good Friday being a most special day for her. It was on this day that she not only wanted for family and friends to come together spiritually, but to acknowledge the love each of them had for one another. She loved visiting with her customers in the bar and was genuinely concerned with what was going on in their lives. Mary Lee was very compassionate and had a heart of gold - she gave selflessly and would help anyone if they were in need. She will be sorrowfully missed by her family, friends, and the community which she held so dear to her heart. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Lloyd Dave "Red" Higginbotham, Sr. of Catahoula; her son, Lloyd D. Higginbotham Jr. of Carencro; four daughters, Vicki Boudreaux and husband, Barry, Trudy Jetton and husband, Shawn, Arlene Higginbotham, Liz H. Breaux and companion, Wilton Gary, Jr., all of Catahoula; her brother, James Camille and wife, Gloria, of Catahoula; three sisters, Lories Dauphinet and husband, Richard, of Catahoula, Linda Pelous and husband, Robert, of Loreauville, and Velma Duplechien and husband, Billy, of Coteau Holmes; 22 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter J. and Emelina Johnson Camille; her brother, Jessie Camille; her sister, Amelinda C. Bergeron; and a grandson, Gabriel Higginbotham. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Dion Hall in Catahoula on Thursday, beginning at 10:30 am and continue until 10:30 am on Friday. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Thursday. Pallbearers will be Lloyd Higginbotham, Jr., Ridge Boudreaux, Rusty Latiolais, Lane Savoy, Darby Robicheaux, Lloyd Higginbotham III, Kagan Breaux, and Tanner Boudreaux. Honorary pallbearers will be her sons-in-law. Pellerin Funeral Home, (337.332.2111), is in charge of arrangements.
05/10/2012
Charles Wayne Higginbotham (1950-2012) LA
Church Point, La. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday, May 11,
2012 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point for Charles
Wayne Higginbotham, 61. Mr. Higginbotham, a native and life-long resident of
Church Point, died at 12:20 P.M. Wednesday, May 9 at Acadiana Regional Hospital
in Lafayette, La. Father Cedric Sonnier, Pastor of St. Thomas More Catholic
Church in Eunice, La., will conduct the services with interment following in the
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cemetery on Highway 35 north of Church Point.
Survivors include his mother, Yvonne Guidry Higginbotham; his former wife and
devoted friend, Jenny Guidry of Duson, La.; a daughter, Chrissie Higginbotham
Benoit of Mire, La.; his brothers and sisters: Rufus and wife Belinda Joubert
Higginbotham, Clinton and wife Carolyn Fontenot Higginbotham, Mary Higginbotham
Guidry and husband Bernice and Glinda Higginbotham Thibodeaux and husband
Patrick-all of Church Point- and his nieces and nephews: Erica Higginbotham
Latiolais, Alison Higginbotham Matte, Riley Higginbotham, Father Mitchell Guidry
and Jody Guidry, Jason, Jeremy, Alex, Gage and Gavin Higginbotham and Jacob and
Lucas Thibodeaux .
He was preceded in death by his father, Roosevelt Higginbotham; his brother,
Terry Higginbotham and a nephew, Nicholas Thibodeaux. The family requested that
visiting hours be observed from 10:00 A.M. Friday until the time of services. A
recitation of the Rosary will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday by family members.
An employee of Coca-Cola Bottling for a number of years, Wayne was a past leader
of the Boy Scout Troop 67 in Church Point and a past member of the Church Point
Volunteer Fire Department.
The Advocate 06/15/2012
Carolyn Pierce "Kakie" Higginbotham (ca1951-2012) LA
A native of New Orleans and a resident of Baton Rouge, she died of cardiac arrest at 6:03 a.m. Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Ochsner Medical Center. She was 59, a former short order cook. Visiting at Wilson-Wooddale Funeral Home on Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. conducted by Rev. Michael Dilworth. Survived by her husband, John Higginbotham; 1 daughter, Jolyn Pierce; 1 step-daughter, Takina Higginbotham; 1 son, Melvin 'Bo' Brown; 3 sisters, Janice Pierce, Thelma P. Baker and Mecho Alberton; 8 brothers, Leroy Haskell, Johnny R. Pierce, Graylon Pierce, James Pierce Jr., Julius Burns, Terry Burns, Jerry Burns and Paul Burns. Preceded in death by her mother, father, sisters, brothers and grandparents. Wilson- Wooddale Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. (225) 927-1640.
Shreveport Times 08/01/2012
Kira Lynn Woods Higginbotham (1965-2012) FL/LA
Elm Grove, LA-Kira Lynn Woods Higginbotham, 47 of Elm Grove, Louisiana passed away suddenly from complications with a long term illness on Friday, July 27, 2012 at Highland Hospital in Shreveport. She was born on February 19, 1965 in Panama City, Florida. She was a bookkeeper at Versa Finance. She enjoyed making beaded jewelry, working in her flower beds, and playing with her grandchildren. Kira was preceded by her Nephew, James Woods of Blountstown, FL. Kira is survived by her husband, Billy Higginbotham; daughter Cassie Waltz of Shreveport, LA; stepdaughter Allison Higginbotham Howell and husband Patrick Howell; two sons, Bradley Waltz of Elm Grove, LA and Daryl Waltz and wife Carmen Waltz, of Shreveport, LA; her mother and father, Ima Jean and Charles Woods of Blountstown, FL; brother James Woods of Hogansville, GA; two grandchildren, Savannah Waltz and Angel Texcucano; niece Cassandra Woods of Blountstown, FL and nephew Justin Woods of Hogansville, GA. Memorial services will be held on August 2, 2012 at 11am at Auld's Funeral Home in Shreveport with Reverend David Brice officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in the form of a donation to the local chapter of Shriner's Hospital on Kira's behalf . The family would like to send the deepest thanks to all friends and medical staff who loved, cared for, and supported Kira. We are forever grateful.
The Advocate 09/05/2012
Norma Cockrum Higginbotham
(January 3, 1972 - August 31, 2012)
Norma "Freddye" Higginbotham, a resident of Zachary, LA, died on Friday, August 31, 2012 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was currently employed with AMG of Feliciana in Clinton, LA. Visitation will be at Charlet Funeral Home, Inc. in Zachary on Thursday, September 6, 2012 from 5pm until 8pm and then on Friday, September 7, 2012 from 9am until services at 10am, conducted by Rev. Ed Jelks. Burial will be in Azalea Rest Cemetery in Zachary. She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Richard Higginbotham; one son, Cameron Ray Higginbotham; her mother, Norma Cockrum; one brother, Fred Cockrum Jr., nieces Janice Cockrum and Heather Cockrum and nephew Thomas Cockrum. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred Cockrum Sr. Pallbearers will be Richy Perry, Ricky "Chicken" Campbell, Chip LeCoq, Sean McDaniel, Ab Poole, and Kevin Deaton. Honorary pallbearers will be Monte Talley, Brandon Boggs, Hayden Mounce, Hunter Campbell, Stephen McGrath, Jacob Harvey, DJ Sullivan, Gage Stevens, Kyle Wilson and Kramer Pickett. The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at the Lane Regional Medical Center Emergency Room and the Our Lady of the Lake for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . And she always encouraged her friends and family to donate their organs, as she did, so that others may live. Thanks to the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency for their guidance.
The Advocate 09/19/2012
Herbert H. Higginbotham
A native and resident of Plaquemine, he passed away peacefully in his sleep with his children at his bedside on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at his residence. He was 70, a retired Offshore Laborer. Visiting St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plaquemine on Friday, September 21, 2012 from 10am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm, celebrated by Father Cleo Milano. Cremation will follow with a private entombment of ashes at Grace Memorial Park. Survivors include his companion and caregiver, Rosalind Bueche; 1 daughter, Tracy Cook and husband Jason; their daughters, Brianna and Allison Cook of Laurel, MS; 3 sons, Michael Higginbotham and wife Natalie, their daughters, Alexis and Magdalene of Lafollette, TN; Robert Higginbotham and wife Jennifer, their children, Latisha and Landon of Lafollette, TN and David Higginbotham and wife Miki, their daughter Mollia of Yokohama, Japan; 3 brothers, Elton Higginbotham and wife Lucy; Melvin Higginbotham and wife Aggie and Gary Higginbotham. Preceded in death by father, Herbert Higginbotham; mother, Theresa Ruiz Morales; step- father, Burton "Coon" Morales. Pallbearers will be Michael and Robert Higginbotham, Jason Cook, Elton, Melvin and Gary Higginbotham. Honorary pallbearer is Travis Howell. He loved life, his children and grandchildren, and working out. He also loved boxing and was very proud of his achievements in the sport. Wilbert Funeral Home Plaquemine in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate 10/01/2012
Mable Jean Johnson Higginbotham (ca1962-2012) LA
Mable Jean Higginbotham, 50, passed away on Monday October 1, 2012 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. Visitation will be at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 from 8:00am until funeral services in the funeral home chapel at 10:00am. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. She is survived by uncle, Ralph Thompson; cousins, Lisa Thacker and husband Corbin and Donnie Johnson and wife Bonnie. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Johnson, and mother, Ella Mae Johnson.
Daily World 10/09/2012
Lawrence Higginbotham (1942-2012) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral Services will be Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Church Point at 2:00 PM for Lawrence "Curley" Higginbotham, 70 who passed away Monday, October 08, 2012 at 7:15 AM at his home in Church Point. Fr. Stephen Ugwu will be officiating for the services. Survivors include his wife, Mercy B. Higginbotham of Church Point; four daughters, Kristine and husband, Randy Bellard of Richard, Sonya and husband, Charles Richard of Church Point, Jennifer and husband, Chad Thibodeaux of Church Point and Rachel and husband, Shane Clavier of Church Point; two step daughters, Wendy and husband, Keith Turner and Debra Holden both of Church Point; two step sons, Larry Dan Hanna, Jr. and his wife Kathy of Dayton, TX. and Robert Wayne and wife, Tasha Hanna of Baytown, TX; two brothers, Ollie and wife, Evelyn Higginbotham of Church Point and Gene and wife, Cheryl Higginbotham of Lewisburg; twenty three grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Mr. Curley was preceded in death by his first wife, Rita Ann Noel Higginbotham; his parents, Emery and Lullian Higginbotham; one infant sister. Visitation will be Tuesday, 10:00 AM until the time of services on Wednesday. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM on Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart #2 Cemetery under the direction of Duhon Funeral Home, LLC of Church Point.
Eunice Today.Com 10/17/2012
Jane Fuselier Higginbotham (1943-2012) LA
Jane F. Higginbotham was born on April 3, 1943 and passed away on October 13, 2012 at the age of 69. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday October 15, 2012 at 11 AM at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Msg. Robert Romero will officiate. Jane is survived by three daughters, Sonya H. Fusilier and Paul La Combe of Eunice, LA; Dennine H. Mire and Barney of Grand Prairie, LA; Neysa Miller and Jeff of Eunice, LA; one brother, Lester "Spike" Fuselier of Lafayette, LA; eight grand children, Tre' Fusilier and wife Janie, Blaire Fusilier, Natalier Mire, Tyler Mire, Caroline Miller, John Ross Miller, Layne Miller, and Grace Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Helen Vidrine Fuselier. The family will receive friends on Sunday October 14, 2012 from 4 PM to 10 PM. A Rosary will be prayed on Sunday at 7 PM by Deacon Chuck Ortego. The Funeral Home will reopen on Monday October 15, 2012 at 8 AM until service time. Quirk & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Shreveport Times 11/06/2012
Miriam Ruth James Higginbotham (1954-2012) LA
BOSSIER CITY, LA - Services for Miriam Ruth James Higginbotham will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel. Officiating will be Bro. Paul Murdock, pastor of Cross Creek Cowboy Church in Atlanta, TX. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Mooringsport, LA. Visitation will be 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City, LA. Miriam was born May 31, 1954 in Shreveport, LA and died November 4, 2012 in Shreveport, LA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Solomon James. Miriam is survived by her father, John Ralph James of Shreveport, LA; daughters, Annie Cherry and husband Dave of Rodessa, LA, Brandi Higginbotham and fiancé Ryan Peek of Shreveport, LA; grandchildren, Paige Sumrall, Dave Cherry, Peyshance Higginbotham; great grandson, Colton Sumrall and siblings, Cheryl Bac of Houston, TX and Rusty James and wife Marianne, Jon James and wife Charla, Benny James and wife Pam and Troy James all of Shreveport, LA. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Honoring Miriam as pallbearers will be Nathan Bac, Derek James, Scott James, Keith Rushing, Dave Cherry and Tyler James. Honorary pallbearers will be Nolan James and Hunter James. The family would like to thank the nursing staffs at Christus Schumpert and Grace Home for the love and care they showed our loved one.
11/29/2012
Norman Broussard-Higginbotham (1942-2012) LA
(January 6, 1942 - November 27, 2012)
A resident of Denham Springs, he died on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at his home. He was born January 6, 1942 in New Orleans and was 70 years of age. He is survived by his companion, Frances Heath, Denham Springs; 2 daughters, Patricia Broussard; Tori Falcon, Denham Springs, son, Jason Falcon, Baton Rouge; sister, Shirley Keyes, Michigan, brother, Raymond Sanders, Pride; 5 grandchildren, Jack, Teresa, Gage, Raven and Phoenix. Preceded in death by, mother, Vera Broussard; father, Woodrow Higginbotham, Sr.; grandmother, Myrtis Kirby Broussard. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood.
01/04/2013
Audrey Higginbotham (1916-2013) LA
(July 29, 1916 - January 2, 2013)
Ringgold, LA – Funeral services for Audrey Higginbotham, 96, will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Rockett Funeral Home Chapel in Ringgold, LA. Interment will follow at Bistineau Cemetery in Heflin, LA. Officiating the services will be Rev. Rhuel Young. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, January 4, 2013. Mrs. Higginbotham was born on July 29, 1916 and passed away on January 2, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Delton Higginbotham. Left to cherish her memories are her son, Eddie Higginbotham and his wife Glenda of Ringgold, LA; two grandchildren, Bridget Higginbotham of Malvern, PA and Tallie Higginbotham of Ringgold, LA; great grandson, Eli Higginbotham of Ringgold, LA; sisters-in-law, Charlene Young of Fryeburg, LA and Lillian Young of Jonesboro, LA; brother-in-law, A.C. Higginbotham of Springhill, LA; along with a host of other relatives and friends.
The Advertiser & Daily World 03/13/2013
John Larry Higginbotham (1940-2013) LA
Church Point, La. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 12,
2013 at St. Edmund Catholic Church in Branch, La. for John Larry
Higginbotham,72. Mr. Higginbotham, a native and long-time resident of rural
Acadia Parish near Branch, died at 3:50 P.M. Sunday, March 10 at his residence.
Father Paul Broussard will conduct the services with interment following in the
St. Edmund Cemetery adjacent to the church.
Survivors include his wife Sabal ; a son, Joey and her grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Cora (Richard) Higginbotham;
four brothers and two sisters.
A U.S. Army veteran of the Viet Nam Era, Mr. Higginbotham will be honored with a
Flag Presentation Ceremony at the funeral home prior to services.
The Advertiser 03/16/2013
Lloyd Dave Higginbotham Sr. (1926-2013) LA
Nov 10 1926 - Mar 14 2013
Catahoula - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3:00 p.m., on Monday, March 18, 2013, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Catahoula, for Lloyd Dave "Red" Higginbotham, Sr., 86, who passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2013, at his residence. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Dion Hall in Catahoula from 11:00 a.m. on Sunday and continue until 2:30 p.m. on Monday. A Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. on Sunday. Fr. Richard Fabre will officiate at the Funeral Mass. Scriptures will be read by Lloyd Higginbotham, Jr. and Tiffanie Bulliard. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery in Catahoula. Lloyd, better known by his family and friends as 'Red,' was a veteran of the United States Army, having honorably served his country during World War II, and also served as a medic on the U.S.S. Comfort. He was the owner and operator of the well-known, Red’s Levee Bar and various other businesses for numerous years. Red was actively involved in politics, serving as an elected official for 42 years. During the span of his political career he served in the capacity as: Justice of the Peace, Parish Councilman, and was a past President of the Louisiana Policy Jury Association. Red was a renowned fortune teller and Cajun healer, otherwise known as a 'Traiteur' and was visited by patients from all parts of the world. In his free time, Red enjoyed going to the horse races and casinos, dancing to Cajun music, and he also enjoyed gardening. He was known by many as a generous man and always willing to assist anyone in need. Red especially loved visiting with his friends at the bar and spending time with his family. Survivors include his son, Lloyd D. Higginbotham, Jr. of Carencro; four daughters, Vicki Boudreaux and husband, Barry, Trudy Jetton and husband, Shawn, Arlene Higginbotham, and Liz H. Breaux and companion, Wilton Gary, Jr., all of Catahoula; his brother, Francis Higginbotham of St. Martinville; two sisters, Edith Higginbotham of Lafayette, and Jeanette Higginbotham of Catahoula; 22 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Mary Lee Camille Higginbotham; his parents, Dave and Bernadette LeBlanc Higginbotham; and his sister, Gertrude Theriot. Pallbearers will be Lloyd Higginbotham, Jr., Ridge Boudreaux, Rusty Latiolais, Lane Savoy, Lloyd Higginbotham, III, Kagan Breaux, Tanner Boudreaux, and Francis Higginbotham. Honorary pallbearers will be Darby Robicheaux and Mark Lanerie.
Daily World 03/17/2013
Estelle Tweedel Higginbotham (1929-2013) LA
CHURCH POINT - Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, March 18, 2013 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, La. for Estelle Higginbotham, the former Estelle Tweedel. Mrs. Higginbotham, a native of Lewisburg, La. and long-time resident of Church Point, died at 10:25 A.M. Saturday, March 16 at Acadia-St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point. Monsignor Jefferson J. DeBlanc will conduct the services with entombment following in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum on Highway 35 north of Church Point. Survivors include two sons, Danny Higginbotham of Opelousas and Blane Higginbotham of Church Point; a daughter, Carla Ethridge and husband Marty of Youngsville, La.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan Higginbotham, Sr.; her parents, Joseph and Josephine (Gay) Tweedel and two grandchildren, Martin Allen Ethridge, Jr. and Scott Tyler Ethridge. She was also preceded by a sister and four brothers. Mrs. Higginbotham was an LPN at Acadia-St. Landry Hospital in Church Point for over forty years. The family requested that visiting hours be observed from 1:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 17 and continue from 8:00 A.M. Monday until the time of services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Sunday by Monsignor DeBlanc Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway, Church Point, La. (337) 684-5488.
Southwest Daily News 04/17/2013
Tammy Fontenot Higginbotham (ca1972-2013) LA
A memorial service for Tami "Fontenot" Higginbotham, 41, will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the American Legion Post 407 located at 912 John Stine Rd., Westlake, LA 70669.
The Advocate 04/29/2013
Myrtle Rebecca Higginbotham Smith (ca1936-2013) LA
Myrtle Rebecca Higginbotham Smith, 77, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, April 28, 2013. She was a native and resident of Livingston. She was a devoted wife and loving mother. She is survived by her daughter, Deirdre LeCroy, her two sons, Keith and Stacy Smith and three brothers, Lodney, Phillip and Charles Higginbotham. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh W. Smith, eight siblings, Willie "Jackie" Morales, Jack "Scott" Higginbotham, Jr., Julius Edward Higginbotham, Martha Lou Lee, Jerry Pipes Higginbotham, Maggie Acinith Higginbotham, David Marcus Higginbotham and Sterling Higginbotham and also one grandchild, Huey Smith. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, Livingston on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 5:00 pm until 9:00pm and on Friday, May 3, 2013 from 9:00am until funeral services at 10:00am. Interment will follow in James Chapel Cemetery, Holden.
The Advocate 05/01/2013
Bernice Higginbotham (ca1920-2013) LA
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Bernice was known to her family and friends as Aunt Bee, and Nannie. She was a great cook and loved her family above all. She was a resident of Central, and a native of Effie, La. She passed away Tuesday April 30, 2013 at the age of 93. Visitation will be at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 5pm to 9pm. Visiting continues at the funeral home on Friday, May 3, 2013 from 11am till service time at 2pm. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Bernice is survived by two daughters, Charlene Alderman, and husband Cracker, and Gwen Crenshaw, and husband Harvey Sr., son Woodrow Higginbotham Jr., and wife Camille, nine grandchildren Trey Higginbotham, Troy Higginbotham and wife René, Blake Higginbotham and wife Amy, Tarra A. Bueche and husband Mike, Jack Alderman and wife Nancy, Michael "Mick" Alderman and fiancée Brittany Cook, Harvey Crenshaw Jr., and wife Stacy, Felicia Lobrano and husband Blair, and Richey Crenshaw, and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Woodrow (Honey) Higginbotham, Sr., and parents. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Shriners Children Hospital, 6977 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77030.
05/13/2013
Markus Wayne Higginbotham (1969-2013) TX/LA
June 11, 1969 - May 12, 2013
Mark Higginbotham, 43, of Bon Wier, TX, passed from this life on Sunday, May 12, 2013 in Alexandria, LA. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother and stepfather, Susie and Don Low of Bon Wier, TX; sons, Markous W. Purdy Jr. and Timothy Purdy of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Maranda Purdy of Bon Wier, TX and LeeAnn Hughes of Houston, TX; brothers, Keith Higginbotham of Bon Wier, TX, Tristan Herrington of Bon Wier, TX, Jed Low of Jacksonville, TX, Jay Low of Midland, TX, Ben Low of Ingram, TX and Mark Ashworth of Bon Wier, TX; sister, Wanda Morgan of Pocahontas, AR; grandchildren, Cali Hughes of Houston, TX and Braxton Purdy of Raleigh, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his father, Hildred Higginbotham. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 5:00 until 10:00pm at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 10:00am at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. Pastor Perfecto Serna and Kyle May will officiate.
09/25/2013
Michael Higginbotham (ca1958-2013) LA
Funeral services for Michael Higginbotham of Leesville were held Tuesday,
September 24, 2013 at Pine Hill Baptist Church on Highway 8 west of Leesville.
The Rev. Bill Blackmon and Noel Alexander officiated. Burial followed in the
Pine Hill Cemetery.
Michael 55, of Leesville passed away Saturday, at his residence after battling
cancer. He was a life resident of Leesville and was a Heavy Equipment Operator
in the Logging industry and a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death was his parents; Ernie and Edna Alexander Higginbotham.
Survivors are his wife of 27 yrs. of Leesville; Children; two sons and one
daughter-in-law; three daughters.
Four Sisters and Nine Grandchildren
Services were under the guidance of Jeane's Funeral Service of Leesville.
Southwest Daily News 10/09/2013
Mary Higginbotham Meche (1920-2013) LA
Mary Higginbotham Meche, 92, passed away on October 7, 2013 in a local hospital. She was born on November 14, 1920 in Church Point. Mary was a loving person who never met a stranger and was always helping everyone. She was beautiful inside and out and her family was the center of her life. Mary was a member of the "Nifty-Fifty," loved to line dance, and ran the "Sulphur Sweet Shop." She also loved flower gardening, telling stories, sewing and cooking. Her baked from scratch cakes were one of her specialties no one could touch. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2013, 11 a.m.. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Sulphur with Father Thomas Huhn, M.S. officiating. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 6:30 p.m. and will resume on Thursday at 9 a.m. until time of the service. Mary is survived by her six children, Loretta Warren of Westlake, Betty Youngblood, James Meche, and Jody Higginbotham all of Lake Charles, Ella Meche Barbe of New Orleans, and Richard Meche of Richmond, Texas; one brother, Voris Higginbotham of Church Point; eight grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and four great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eldridge and Josephine Higginbotham; daughter, Murella Meche; brother, Curley Higginbotham; sister, Verlie Cormier; and her only niece, Mary Lee Arceneaux.
The Advocate 12/12/2013
Mary Cernich Higginbotham (1965-2013) LA
A celebration of life service for Mrs. Mary Cernich Higginbotham, 48, will be 3 pm Saturday at the chapel of Seale Funeral Home; visitation will begin at 10 am until time of the service; interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Mausoleum. Mrs. Higginbotham was born on February 27, 1965 in Morgan City, LA to the union of Benjamin George Cernich Sr. and Althea Roig Cernich and departed from this life on Tuesday Evening December 10, 2013 at Ochsner Medical Center. She was a collector with City Credit; a member of the Catholic Faith; she was known to all her family and friends as "Roadrunner"; she was past president of the 6th district of the American Legion; current vice president of the 6th district and Unit 248 Secretary, and that was her passion; she had a heart of compassion always helping and giving to others. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 17 years Troy Higginbotham; sisters Lori Ann Cernich and Holly Cernich Pellerin and husband Mark Sr., brothers Benjamin George Cernich Jr. and Jason Anthony Cernich; nieces and nephews Taylor, Sydni, Cameron, Logan, Abby, Mark Jr., and Braylynn. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or to the American Legion.
01/07/2014
Glenn Joseph Higginbotham (1956-2014) LA
Glenn Joseph Higginbotham, 57, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2014 surrounded by family and friends. He was a "roughneck" and a tugboat Captain for many years. He loved to fish, sit at the "point", and fill the breeze, listening to his music while watching the tugs go by. He loved his family and especially the children that filled his heart with love and happiness. "I am a "SIMPLE MAN". Survivors include mother, Dorothy Jane Higginbotham; one son, Glenn Derrick Higginbotham; two grandsons, Devan Ivory and Dakota Higginbotham; sisters, Mary and Russell Henry, Mona, Donna, Selina and husband Brian Holden, and Dorothy "DJ" Higginbotham; brothers, Davis and wife Cindy Higginbotham and Arvin and wife Melissa Higginbotham. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Maxine Higginbotham; father, James Higginbotham; brother-in-laws, Charles "Moose" Bouillion and Steve Matte. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, January 11, 2014 at the Calcasieu Point, 3955 Henry Puhe Blvd, Lake Charles, LA.
The Times-Picayune 01/14/2014
Yvonne Denise Dunigan Higginbotham (1964-2014) VA/LA
Yvonne Denise Dunigan Higginbotham was born on December 16, 1964 in Newport News, VA to the late Theodore Roosevelt and Joyce Carol Dunigan. She departed this life on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 in Laplace, LA. She is survived by 3 sons: Dwight D. Jackson, Jr. (Tocorra), Theodore R. Jackson (Jasmine), and Kalep Higginbotham; 5 grandchildren: Miami, Raven, Gabrielle, Kaylee and Harmony; 3 sisters: Edith Dunigan of River Ridge, LA, Julie Duiguid of Institute, WV, and Alva Dunigan of Houston, TX; 1 brother, Jason Williams (Tiffany) of Charleston, WV, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, January 17, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, 147 E. 20th Street, Reserve, LA 70084. Pastor Forell Bering, Officiating Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment: Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements.
The Advertiser 03/02/2014
Lorita Ann Higginbotham Bearb
RAYNE - Funeral services will be held at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Monday, March 3, 2014 at 10:00 am for Lorita Higginbotham Bearb, 64, who died Saturday, March 1, 2014. Interment will be in the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church Cemetery, Church Point, LA. Surviving are her husband, Jules Donald Bearb of Rayne; two sons, Chris Bearb and wife JoAnn of Lake Charles, and Nick Bearb and wife Kylie of Rayne; five Grandchildren, Landon Bearb, Alaina Bearb, Jace Perry, Gracie Bearb and Hannah Bearb; two sisters, Priscilla Richard of Opelousas and Linda Dunn of Alvin, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents Homer and Eula Guidry Higginbotham; and two brothers, Patrick and Pershing Higginbotham. Friends will be received Sunday, March 2, 2014 from 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm & Monday, March 3, 2014 from 8:00 am until 9:30 am at Gossen Funeral Home, Inc., Rayne, LA. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm Sunday, March 2, 2014. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, LA, (337) 334-3141.
Daily World 03/06/2014
Lucille Higginbotham (1923-2014) LA
LAWTEL - A Mass of Christian Burial for Lucille Higginbotham will be held on Thursday March 6, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Bridget Catholic Church in Lawtell. Rite of committal will take place at the St. Bridget Catholic Cemetery. Celebrating the Mass will be Reverend Ted Broussard. Ms. Higginbotham, age 91, a resident of Beaumont, TX, died on March 3, 2014 at Prompt Succor Nursing Home in Opelousas, LA. She was a retired C.P.A. from Eastman Industries. She enjoyed her dogs and horses and spending time at the beach. She is survived by her nieces, Glenda Fontenot of Carencro, Charlene Smith, Diana Walkowiak and Mona Prejean all of Lawtell, nephews, Darold Prejean of Butte LaRose and Kenny Prejean of Lawtell and also numerous great nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her parents, Jacob and Eve Meche Higginbotham, her significant other, Becky Thames and by a sister, Iris Prejean. The family has requested visitation be held on Thursday March 6, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at 1:00 p.m., with a rosary being prayed at 10:00 a.m. Music will be provided by Randal and Stacey Caffery and family. Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, (2845 South Union Street, Opelousas, La., (942-2638) has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
The Advocate 05/01/2014
Juanita Higginbotham Cannon (ca1939-2014) LA
Juanita Higginbotham Cannon Entered into eternal rest at her sister's (Dean) residence in Zachary, LA on Sunday, April 27, 2014. She was a 75 year old native of Zachary and resident of Baton Rouge, LA. A 1957 graduate of Northwestern High School and Southern University, she was a retired E.B.R. elementary school educator. Religious service will be held at New Providence B.C. on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 10am, conducted by Rev. Morris Jackson, interment, Southern Memorial Gardens. Survivors include her sisters, Gloria Dean H. Patin (Claude Sr.) and Florida Higginbotham; nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Cannon; parents, Charlie and Pearl Holmes Higginbotham; siblings, Johnnie Mae Higginbotham and Lucy Higginbotham Jones. Arrangements entrusted to Miller & Daughter Mortuary.
The News Star 06/30/2014
Amy Virginia Haywood Higginbotham (1939-2014) LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Amy Virginia (Jenny) Haywood Higginbotham, age 75, of Newellton, La., will be Monday, June 30, 2014, at 11:00 A.M., at the First Baptist Church in Newellton, La., with Bro. Scott Byrd officiating, assisted by Bro. Don Thornton. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Burial will follow in Legion Cemetery in Newellton under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Mrs. Higginbotham died Saturday, June 28, 2014, at the Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, La., after a lengthy illness following a stroke. She was surrounded by her family. She was born May 20, 1939, in St. Joseph, La., to Sam and Amy Morgan Haywood. She was a lifelong resident of Newellton, La. Mrs. Higginbotham was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, O. J. and Doyle Haywood, and one sister, Imogene Bobo. Survivors include her loving husband of 53 years, Ray Higginbotham, 2 sons, Scott Higginbotham of Ridgeland, Ms., and Barry (Elizabeth) Higginbotham of Franklin, Tn., and 2 daughters, Kristi (Jay Roy) Mount of Longview, Texas, and Jill (Michael) Monsour of Neenah, Wisconsin, and 6 grandchildren, Andy Higginbotham of Oxford, Ms., Sam and Riley Higginbotham of Franklin, Tn., Jayden Mount of Longview, Tx., and Lainey Johnston and Mia Monsour of Neenah, Wisconsin, and 1 sister, Margaret (Carl) Higginbotham of Groesbeck, Tx., and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pallbearers will be deacons of the First Baptist Church of Newellton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or First Baptist Church in Newellton. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the medical staffs at Franklin Medical Center and Plantation Manor in Winnsboro, La., and Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe, La. Crothers Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA.
The Town Talk 07/03/2014
Nell Higginbotham Atwood (ca1934-2014) LA
Services for Nell Higginbotham Atwood will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2014 in the chapel of John Kramer & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Alexandria Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday, July 4, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will resume on Saturday, at 8:30 a.m. until time of service. Nell Higginbotham Atwood, 79, of Alexandria passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 in Rapides Regional Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert Higginbotham and Ellen Minges; her husband of 57 years Charles Elmo Atwood; one son Charles Monroe Atwood; one sister Gloria Clark and one son-in-law, Timothy J. Landry, Sr. Nell was a member of the Pentecostals of Alexandria for 24 years. She loved playing marble dice, crafts, fishing, gardening and spending time outdoors and with her dog "Mojo" ; but most of all she loved spending time with her family. Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter Catherine Ann Atwood Landry of Alexandria; her son David E. Atwood and his wife Christee, of Alexandria; four grandchildren, Timothy Joseph "T.J." Landry, Jr. and his wife Jen of Hattiesburg, MS; Quinten Thomas Landry and his wife Brandi of Alexandria; Charles Donald Atwood of Boyce and Erin LaNell Atwood of Boyce; three great grandchildren, Emma Lynn Landry, Timothy Joseph Landry, III and Rylie Elise Landry; one daughter-in-law, Ruth Jester of Pineville; three sisters , Elaine Doughty of Jena , Nita Payne of Alexandria and Lorene Corder and her husband Tom of Alexandria; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers honored to serve will be Chucky Atwood, T.J. Landry, Jr., Quinten Landry, Don Doughty, Gary Atwood, and Tommy Havens. Honorary pallbearers will be James A Gabour, Sr., Erin Atwood, Stanley V. Atwood, and Jean Coody.
The Advertiser 08/15/2014
Stephen "Nook" Higginbotham (1924 - 2014)
LAFAYETTE - Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 16, 2014 at a 1:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette for Stephen "Nook" Higginbotham, age 90, who passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Lafayette. The Rev. Robert Higginbotham, pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in D'Iberville, MS will officiate at the services concelebrated by Rev. Gary Schexnayder, pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette. Mr. Higginbotham was a native of Youngsville, raised in Biloxi, MS and a resident of Lafayette since 1958. He was previously employed with the University of Southwestern Louisiana for twenty-four years as a carpenter. Mr. Higginbotham was an usher and parishioner of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 10293 at St. Edmond Catholic Church. Mr. Higginbotham was a veteran of the military having served in the U.S. Navy with the Navy Seabees where he was stationed for 36 months in the Pacific during World War II. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World. Survivors include two daughters, Earline H. Bower of Lafayette and Karen H. Granger and her husband, Oneil, of Lafayette; six grandchildren, Mia Granger Begnaud and her husband, Kalen, Laura Granger, Stephen Thomas, Tonya Bearb and her husband, Chris, Dawn Bernard and her husband, Ray, and Chad Bower; eight great grandchildren, Mackenzie Begnaud, Lorelei Begnaud, Skylar Bearb, Wayne Bower, Ty Bower, Kaylie Bower, Gavin Bernard and Raylie Bernard; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ena Doucet Higginbotham; his parents, James Higginbotham and the former Marie Verret, both natives of Youngsville; one step-son, Gerald Thomas; one great grandchild, Taylor Bearb; five brothers, Belin "Bill" Higginbotham, James "Jim" Higginbotham, Nelson Higginbotham, Charlie Higginbotham and Martin Higginbotham; and four sisters, Mary "Mimi" Seymore, Laura Ladiner, Mae Danise and Annette Williams. A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday and will continue from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Georgette Judy Guillory, Monique Olivier, Mark Boudreaux, Carroll and Mary Katherine Higginbotham and Richard Higginbotham. Pallbearers will be Carroll Higginbotham, Jean Higginbotham, Johnny Higginbotham, Kevin Higginbotham, Billy Higginbotham and Richard Higginbotham. Honorary pallbearers will be Kalen Begnaud, Christopher Bearb, Oneil Granger, William Guins and Stephen Thomas.
TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com 08/29/2014
Patricia Higginbotham (????-2014) LA
Patricia Higginbotham went to be with Jesus on Monday, August 25, 2014. Daughter of the late James M. Higginbotham and Wilma L. Pace Higginbotham. Beloved wife of Robert J. Dabon Sr. Loving mother of Louis, Christopher, and Latasha Higginbotham, and Prentist Branch (Cherish). Sister of James (Bud) Higginbotham (Karen), Clifford Higginbotham, Norma Higginbotham (Snow), and Bonnie Narcisse (Jeffery). Grandmother of Amelia, Aniah, Jada, Prentist, and Charles. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends, also priest and parishioners of St. Jude Catholic Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart Street for 10:00 am. Father Anthony Rigoli celebrant. Church Visitation 9:00 am until hour of services. Entombment Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to . Professional Services Entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street, Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director, Info: (504) 940-0045. Little John Funeral Home - New Orleans 2163 Aubry Street New Orleans, LA 70119 (504) 940-0045.
TheAdvocate.com 10/04/2014
Mary Belva Higginbotham Anderson (1927-2014) LA
A ceremony celebrating the life of Mary Belva Anderson will be held at 12:00pm on Monday, October 6, 2014 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Prairieville. Service will be under the direction of Church Funeral Services, Walker. Interment will follow at Hope Haven Cemetery in Prairieville. Visitation will begin at 10:00am until time of the service at noon. Belva was born on June 5, 1927 in Church Point, LA to the union of Jerry and Mary Frances Latolais Higginbotham and departed from this life on Friday, October 03, 2014, at the age of 87 years. She was a homemaker, a resident of Gonzales and a member of the Catholic Faith. Her greatest passion was time spent with her family. She will always be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Louis Anderson; daughter, Mary Jane Anderson; brothers, J.C. and Clifford Higginbotham; son-in-law, Donald Simoneaux and granddaughter Tina Anderson. Survivors include her children, Mike Anderson, Tim Anderson & wife Robin, Sherryl Harper & husband Steve, and Debbie Anderson; her brother, Frank "Son" Higginbotham; grandchildren, Chad Simoneaux (Camille), Joe Simoneaux (Shannon), Betsy Harper, Lindsay Jarreau (Joey), Cody Anderson, Ashley Stelly, John Stelly (Kristin), Misty Stelly, Tessa Frederic (Lane), Jeremy Anderson (Victoria); Fred Anderson and 15 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Chad and Joe Simoneaux, John Stelly, Fred and Jeremy Anderson and Cody Anderson. The family extends their heartfelt appreciation to Bridgeway Hospice and nurse, Shannon, for the compassionate care and support given to our mother. Arrangements by Church Funeral Services & Crematory, Walker (225) 271-4574.
TheAdvocate.com 10/12/2014
Carissa Leigh McDaniel Higginbotham (1981-2014) LA
Carissa Leigh McDaniel Higginbotham passed away October 12, 2014. A native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Denham Springs. Born April 14, 1981. A graduate of Denham Springs High School and attended Southeastern University. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, in Denham Springs, on Monday, October 13, 2014, from 6pm until 8pm. Visiting resumes on Tuesday at the funeral home from 11am until Celebration of Life Service at 2pm, conducted by Pastor John Holdiness. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. Survived by the love of her life Jason Paul Higginbotham and two sons, Devon Paul and Conner Lee Higginbotham all of Denham Springs. Parents, Leroy and Annie Elaine McDaniel of Denham Springs. Sister, Annie McDaniel Foret and husband, Cody Foret. Also lifelong chosen sister, Ashley Elaine Wilson, all of Baton Rouge. Four nephews, Isaac Foret, Mahala and David Cropsey, Jocelyn Mayhone, Jordan and Tyler Kinchen. Carissa had an adventurous nature. She loved horses, white water rafting and hand gliding. She also leaves behind a large and caring family of numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. She will leave a big hole in our family and she will be forever young and beautiful. A very special thank you to the staff of The Crossing at Clarity Hospice. Funeral Home Seale Funeral Service, Inc. 1720 S. Range Ave. Denham Springs, LA 70726 (225) 664-4143.
TheAdvocate.com 11/08/2014
Kathryn Higginbotham Chisholm (1925-2014) AL/LA
September 25, 1924 - November 7, 2014
Kathryn Higginbotham Chisholm passed away on Friday, November 7, 2014, in Baton Rouge, LA, at the age of 90 yrs. Mrs. Kathryn was native of Tensas Parish, LA, and a resident of Prairieville, LA, where she retired as a private childcare provider for Carol and O.J. Louviere, whose children she cared for for over 20 Yrs. She is survived by 3 Daughters and 3 Sons-in-law ; Patricia and L.A. Drago, Nancy and Pat McBride and Mona and Rick Fonte. 2 Sons and 2 Daughters-in-law; Bobby and Pam Wallace and Braxton Craig and Ingrid Chisholm. 1 Sister; Monie Barfield, 1 Brother; Carl Higginbotham. Mrs. Kathryn was also survived by 7 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren. Mrs. Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband Braxton Chisholm; Parents, Amon Marshall and Myrtle Watson Higginbotham; 3 Sisters, Ruby Breland, Thelma Chisholm and Iva Lee Breland; and 4 Brothers, Hobert, Roy, Delmas and Herston Higginbotham. Mrs. Kathryn was a longtime member of Broussard Grove Baptist Church in Prairieville, LA. The family would especially like to thank the Dr.'s and staff of the Guest House Nursing Home for their loving care for the last 5 years. Visitation will begin at Ourso Funeral Home in Gonzales, LA, on Sunday, November 9, 2014, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm and will resume on Monday, November 10, 2014, from 11:00 am until Religious services at 12:30 pm conducted by Rev. Nathan Luce. Burial will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park in Baton Rouge, LA. Ourso Funeral Home, 13533 Airline Hwy., Gonzales, LA, in charge of arrangements. Funeral Home Ourso Funeral Home 13533 Airline Highway Gonzales, LA 70737 (225) 647-8608.
01/22/2015
Dorothy Jane Marie Verrett Higginbotham (1935-2015) LA
Dorothy Jane Marie Verrett Higginbotham, 79, of Lake Charles, LA, was called
home by her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 after a long battle
with Alzheimer’s. She was surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Higginbotham was born October 28, 1935 and was a native of Lake Charles,
LA. Dorothy loved spending time with her family, cooking, and traveling. She was
affectionately known as “Maw Maw Dot” to all who knew her. She worked in the
cafeteria at Memorial Hospital and retired from the Calcasieu Parish School
Board after many years of service.
She is survived by her five daughters and two sons, Mary Henry and husband
Russell of Sulphur, LA, Davis Harold Higginbotham and wife Cindy of New
Braunfels, TX, Mona Boullion of Lake Charles, LA, Donna Matte of Sulphur, La,
Selina Holden and husband Brian of Kinder, LA, Arvin Higginbotham and wife
Melissa of Lake Charles, and Dorothy “D.J.” Higginbotham, of Sulphur, LA. She
had twelve grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. She is also survived
by six brothers, Milton, Davis, Leroy, Hilton, Morris and Willard; four sisters,
Nita, Mabel, Dolores, and Debbie; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Harold Higginbotham; her son,
Glenn Joseph Higginbotham; parents, Eunice and Noles Verrett; and two
sons-in-law, Charles “Moose” Boullion and Steve Matte.
Her funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, January, 24, 2015 at
the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Deacon George Carr will officiate. Burial will
follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday
from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a rosary at 6:00 PM followed by a remembrance
service. Visitation will continue on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the start of
the service.
The family would like to express their grateful appreciation for the
compassionate care given to their beloved mother from Amedisys Hospice.
Shreveport Times 02/08/2015
Rush Quinn Higginbotham (1938-2015) TX/LA
SHREVEPORT, LA - Services for Rush Quinn Higginbotham, 76, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 9, 2015 at Trinity Heights Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Keith Sanders, Rev. Kris Cheniere and Rev. Wayne Sanders. Visitation with the family will be prior to the service on Monday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Natchez, MS. Rush Higginbotham was born July 9, 1938 in Palestine, TX to Winfred and Mary Higginbotham and passed away February 7, 2015. He served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1957 to 1963. Rush retired from the International Paper. Rush was a Deacon for the Lord for over 50 years. He was a member of Shreveport Gideons International East Camp and Trinity Heights Baptist Church. Rush loved his God, his church and family and friends and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Rush is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Margie Gray Higginbotham; daughter, Connie Freeman; brothers, John Higginbotham and Walter Higginbotham. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of almost 50 years, Betty Joy Thatch Higginbotham; daughters, Ellen Densford and husband, Bruce of Grand Prairie, TX, Janet Gould and husband, Jerry of Bossier City, LA; son-in-law, Danny Freeman of Natchez, MS; grandchildren, Josh Freeman, Matthew Freeman, David Gould, Cameron Densford, Alexa Densford, Whitney Elliott and husband, Jason; great-grandchildren, Katelyn Elliott, Ashley Elliott; brother, W.C. Higginbotham; sister, Martha Johnson; and special neighbor Joe Randle. Also numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Honoring Rush as pallbearers will be Mike Ryan, Johnny Whittington, Josh Freeman, Matthew Freeman, Cameron Densford and David Gould. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Gideons East Camp, Mike Ryan's Sunday School and Herb Hamoaka. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations may be made to Gideons International or Trinity Heights Baptist Church to Share the Way Ministries. Funeral Home Rose-Neath Funeral Home 1815 Marshall Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-222-0348.
The Advertiser 02/26/2015
Erica Higginbotham Latiolais
CHURCH POINT - "So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit -- It's when things seem worst that you must not quit." A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday, February 27, 2015 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, La. for Mrs. Chris Latiolais, 43, the former Erica Higginbotham. Mrs. Latiolais, a native and life-long resident of Church Point and OLSH Parish, died Friday afternoon, February 20 at her parents' residence in Church Point. Reverend Mitchell Guidry will conduct the service with interment to be determined by family. Survivors include her husband of twenty years, Christopher Latiolais; her parents, CW4 Rufus Higginbotham, AUS (Ret.) and her mother, Belinda Joubert Higginbotham; her paternal grandmother, Yvonne Guidry Higginbotham and her beloved aunts and uncles, in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and her extended family at the former University Medical Center in Lafayette, La. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Roosevelt Higginbotham; her maternal grandparents, Curley and Alma Tweedel Joubert and her step-grandfather, Warren Bourgeois. The family requested that visiting hours be observed from 1:30 P.M. Friday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held at 2:30 P.M. by Reverend Guidry. A valued employee of University Medical Center for twenty-one years, Erica was a loving wife and daughter and a friend to all. She was a great cook and she loved gardening and Nature and all its "critters". Her smile lit up a room. Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway, Church Point, La. (337) 684-5488. Funeral Home Guidry Funeral Home Inc. - Church Point 219 N. Broadway St. Church Point, LA 70525 (337) 684-5488.
Daily World 03/02/2015
Thelma Bellow Higginbotham (1920-2015) LA
OCTOBER 21, 1920 - FEBRUARY 28, 2015
EUNICE - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Thelma Bellow Higginbotham announces her passing on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Oaklane Wellness and Rehabilitation Center with loving family by her side at the age of 94. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 10:30 am on Tuesday, March 03, 2015 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. Rite of Committal will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Msgr. Robert Romero Celebrant, with the assistance of homilist, Deacon Gary Gaudin . Thelma was a homemaker and devoted her life to the care of her family. Spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought a great deal of joy to her life. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her especially her three sons, Wayne J. Higginbotham and wife, Dru of Pearl River, Ray A. Higginbotham and wife, Jeanne of Eunice, and Gary J. Higginbotham and wife, Mona of Knoxville, TN; two daughters, Martha Higginbotham Orlando and husband, Donald of Eunice, and Brenda Higginbotham Bertrand and husband, Ted of Carencro; brother, Adam "Brother" Johnson and wife, Patricia of Eunice; sister, Rena Bellow Dupre of Eunice; eleven grandchildren, Wayne Jr., Donny, Luke, Michael and Danny Higginbotham, Allen Higginbotham, Joey Higginbotham, Melissa Vidrine, Nicole Voisey, William Higginbotham, and Celia Drury; and several great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Garland J. Higginbotham; parents, Arthlus and Amilia Moreau Bellow; brothers, Lawrence, Leonce, Fred and Leo Bellow; sisters, Pearl Prudhomme, Bell Bellow, Mable Lafleur and Edith Bellow. At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Monday, March 2nd from 12:00 pm until 9:00 pm and again on Tuesday, March 3rd from 8:00 am until time of services. Deacon Gary Gaudin will recite a Rosary at 6:00 pm Monday evening. Ardoin's Funeral Home of Eunice, 1301 West Laurel Ave, (337)457.3371 is in charge of arrangements. Funeral Home Ardoins Funeral Home/Eunice 1301 Laurel Avenue Eunice, LA 70535 (337) 457-3371.
The Acadiana Advocate 03/28/2015
Cody J. Higginbotham I (1974-2015) LA
A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Cody J. Higginbotham I will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre, LA. Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery with Fr. Daniel Picard as the celebrant. Cody passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2015, in Washington at the age of 40. He was a native of Port Barre and long-time resident of Washington. He worked in the oilfield profession as a QAQC consultant for Cobalt International of Houston, TX. Cody enjoyed spending time outdoors while he was camping, fishing, boat riding, playing golf, coaching baseball and football, shooting skeet, and assisting his sons with the Boy Scouts. He also loved to cook and enjoyed spending time with the family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Cody is survived by his wife of 20 years, Betty Hill Higginbotham of Washington; two sons, Cody J. Higginbotham II and Andrew J. Higginbotham, both of Washington; one daughter, Taylor M. Higginbotham Doyle of Jacksonville, NC; his parents, Albert Higginbotham and Daisy Broussard Higginbotham of Washington; his mother-in-law and stepfather-in-law, Gail LeJeune and Larry LeJeune of Livonia; two brothers, Brian J. Higginbotham, Sr. and wife, Toni of Arnaudville; and Corey C. Higginbotham and wife, Brandi of Port Barre; three brothers-in-law, Tommy E. Cutchall and wife, Patty of Marrero; D. G. Hill II of Beaumont, TX; and Marty Hill of Livonia; one sister-in-law, Tammy Yvonne Mougeot and husband, David Michael Mougeot of Geismar; his godchildren, Darian Michael Mougeot, Brian James Higginbotham, Jr. and Bryce Lavergne. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jack Higginbotham and Marie Doucet Higginbotham, maternal grandparents, Clarence Broussard and Ethel Cormier Broussard; father-in-law, Dan Hill; nephew, Jacob Higginbotham; and numerous aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Brian Higginbotham, Sr., Corey Higginbotham, C. J. Higginbotham, Drew Lagarde, Brian Higginbotham, Jr., and Shawn Myers. Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Breaux and Ronald Hanks. Visiting hours will be held in the Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre on Sunday, March 29, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. On Monday, the visitation will resume in the funeral home beginning at 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre. Funeral Home Sibille Funeral Home 2309 George Drive Opelousas, LA 70570 (337) 948-6523.
TheAdvocate.com 04/29/2015
Viola H. "Ma, Aunt Bay" Higginbotham A resident of Baton Rouge, she died Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. She was 89. Visiting from 2-6 p.m. at Carney and Mackey Funeral Home and Friday from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. at Jordan Stone Baptist Church, conducted by Pastor Raymond Plain. Interment in Louisiana National Cemetery. Survived by two daughters, Katie Trask and Helen Burrell (Noah); six grand children, Alycia Yates (Marvin), Pamela Burrell (Gerard), Odawa Turner (Burl, III), Jaworski Doucette (Chynna), Montrell Burrell and Patrice Trask (Ronald); seventeen great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Janie Hamilton; and a host of other relatives and friends. Carney and Mackey in charge of arrangements. Funeral Home Carney-Mackey Funeral Home - Baton Rouge 1576 Robin Street Baton Rouge, LA 70807 (225) 774-0390.
The Town Talk 05/08/2015
Winfred Calvin Higginbotham Jr. (1930-2015) TX/MS/LA
W. C. "Dub" Higginbotham Jr. December 8, 1930 - May 2, 2015 Funeral services for W. C. "Dub" Higginbotham, 84, of Pineville, LA and formerly of Natchez, who died Saturday, May 2, 2015 in Pineville, will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Laird Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mark Breland officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Laird Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. Saturday until time of service at the funeral home. Mr. Higginbotham was born December 8, 1930 in Palestine, TX, the oldest of five children and the son of W. C. Higginbotham, Sr. and Mary Blanch Conaway Higginbotham. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1947-1950. He worked in the oil field and as a carpenter. His last job was at the Briars. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Francis Thornburgh Higginbotham, his parents, three brothers, John, Rush, and Walter Higginbotham, and a daughter, Bonnie Ann Holloway. Survivors include three daughters: Winnie Wall and husband, Steve, Mary Baxley and husband, Kenny, and Pam O'Neal and husband, John, all of Pineville; one sister: Martha Johnson and husband, Don, of Tyler, TX; thirteen grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; and numerous other family members and friends. Pallbearers will be James Sanders, Shaun O'Neal, Brennan Buckles, Justin Ridgeway, Joey Foster, and Lynn Sanders. The family would like to thank the Oak Care Center, special nurses, Kellie Mayo and Jeanne Morace, other caregivers, and Gamble Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to lairdfh.com. Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home Chapel - Natchez 408 North Union Street Natchez , MS 39120 601-442-3636.
The Advertiser 07/23/2015
Thomas Higginbotham (1961-2015) LA
Church Point, La - Thomas Higginbotham, 54. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 24, 2015 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, La. for Thomas Higginbotham, 54. Mr. Higginbotham, a native and long-time resident of Church Point, died Tuesday evening, July 21 at his residence. Monsignor Jefferson J. DeBlanc will conduct the services with entombment following in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum on Highway 35 north of Church Point. Survivors include his mother, Joyce Thibodeaux Higginbotham of Church Point; his wife, Melissa Guidry Higginbotham of Church Point; his son and daughter, Brad Higginbotham and Brittni Miller and husband Jeremy-all of Church Point; four brothers, Raphael Higginbotham and wife Kerry of Vidrine, La., Dennis Higginbotham and wife Jeanette of Youngsville, La., Gerard Higginbotham of Lafayette, La. and Michael "Buzz" Higginbotham and wife Kristi of Carlyss, La.; two sisters, Christine Beslin and husband Matthew of Rayne, La. and Lynette Benoit and husband Kent of LeBlanc, La. and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Berlin Higginbotham and his mother-in-law, Emma Guidry. The family requested that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 23 and continue from 8:00 A.M. Friday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held there at 7:00 P.M. Thursday by Monsignor DeBlanc. Pallbearers will be Raphael, Dennis, Michael, Jeremy and Brad Higginbotham and Darrel Deculus. The family requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Heart of Hospice, Lafayette, La. Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway, Church Point, La. (337) 684-5488. Guidry Funeral Home Inc. - Church Point 219 N. Broadway St. Church Point, LA 70525 (337) 684-5488.
08/19/2015
Edith Eve Higginbotham Derousselle (1921-2015) LA
March 31, 1921 - August 17, 2015
Breaux Bridge - Heaven has received one of the most loving, faith-filled, complimentary, generous and compassionate souls ever! Mrs. Edith Derousselle slipped away, ever so peacefully, to meet her Jesus, face-to-face, on Monday, August 17, 2015, while at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. She remained such a spunky spirit, at ninety-four years young! Visitation and services will be held at Pellerin Funeral Home in Breaux Bridge. Visitation will be from 11 am to 2:15 pm on Thursday, August 20, 2015. A rosary will be recited at 1:30 p. m. by her son, George. Service time is at 2:30 pm on Thursday, provided by Fr. Ed Degeyter, in the funeral home. Scriptures will be read by Charmane Derousselle and Mary Boudreaux. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Elaine Richard (Kenneth), one son, George Derousselle (Charmane); grandchildren, Jacques Miller, Nicole Canulette (Kelly), Kristyn Derousselle Herbert and Christy Schell (Russell); great-grandchildren, Camrynn Canulette, Amber Schell-Smith (Shane), Autumn Schell and Shauna Dingman; great-great grandchildren, Bjorn Smith and Nathan Dingman; one brother, Francis Higginbotham, one sister, Jeanette Higginbotham and numerous nieces, nephews and many, many friends. She was united in heaven with her parents, Bernadette and Dave Higginbotham; her sister, Gertrude "Red" Theriot (Joseph "Tit"), and her brother, Lloyd "Red" Higginbotham (Mary Lee); her grandson, Robby Derousselle; her great-grandson, Michael Allen Schell; and a great-granddaughter, Itsy Canulette. She was blessed to outlive husbands Doria Judice, Jack Derousselle (father of her children), and Abel Blanchard. Pallbearers will be George Derousselle, Kenneth Richard, Shane Smith, L.D. Higginbotham, Johnny Boudreaux and Carrol Blanchard. The family wishes to give very special thanks to the staff, residents and volunteers of Camelot Nursing Home, the staff of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and of Heart Hospice. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations towards funeral expenses will be greatly appreciated. Pellerin Funeral Home, 211 Berard St., Breaux Bridge, LA 70517 (337-332-2199) in charge of arrangements.
08/29/2015
Elda Marie Higginbotham Tramonte (1929-2015) LA
Elda Marie Tramonte, 85, died at 7:25am, Friday, October 28, 2015 in her home
surrounded by her loving family.
Born September 28, 1929 in Hayes, Louisiana to Burchman and Palmyre Rogers
Higgenbotham, and was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles.
Ms. Tramonte is preceded in death by her beloved husband Vito Tramonte, son
Randall Paul Demary, father Bercham Higginbotham, mother Palmyer Higginbotham,
brother Carlton Higginbotham, and sister Florance Bible.
Survivors include a son Joseph Absie Demary, Lake Charles; three daughters
Earline Corbello, Diana Sonnier and husband Joseph of Houston, and Sandra
Woodard; a step son Tom Tramonte and wife Judy, Lake Charles; two sisters Mary
Louise Trahan and Ethel Arabie; eight grand children, seventeen
great-grandchildren, and seven great great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be observed Monday, August 31, 2015 at 11:00am
at St. Margaret Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday August 30, 2015 at
Johnson Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a rosary to be recited at
6:00pm. Visitation will continue Monday morning at 8:00am until 10:30am at
Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery.
09/09/2015
Marilyn Agnes Vincent Higginbotham (1937-2015) LA
June 18, 1937 - September 8, 2015
Visitation Thursday, September 10, 2015 | 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home 2051 East Napoleon Street, Sulphur, LA 70663. Funeral Service Friday, September 11, 2015 | 11:00 am - 12:00 am Our Lady of Prompt Succor Sulphur, LA.
Marilyn Higginbotham, 78, died Tuesday, September 8, 2015, in a local hospital. Marilyn was a native of Hackberry and had been a lifelong resident of Sulphur, where she graduated from Sulphur High School in 1956. She was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, the Catholic Daughters, and the American Legion Post #179. She had been employed by Sel-mart for 22 years and had previously been a dispatcher for the Sulphur Police Department. Marilyn enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. She always had a good sense of humor and a smile on her face. Survivors include her children, Robbie Gardner of Sulphur, Sheryl Ortego of Zwolle, Steven Gardner and wife, Emilee of Sulphur, Karen Franklin and husband, David of Tallassee, Florida, Myra Culter and husband, Mark of Sulphur, Kenneth Gardner and wife, Barb of Franklin, Massachusetts, James H. Higginbotham and wife, Mary of Sulphur, and Dwayne Higginbotham of Sulphur; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; and her first great-great-grandchild on the way. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Roy Higginbotham; her parents, John and Velma Vincent; and brothers, Robert and Calvin Vincent. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, September 11, in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. The Rev. Bino Francis, M.S. will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery South in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is from 3-9 p.m. Thursday with a rosary service at 7 p.m. and from 8:30 a.m. Friday in the funeral home. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of High Hope Care Center for their excellent care of Marilyn.
The Advocate 10/21/2015
Melvin Eugene Higginbotham (1944-2015) LA
Melvin Eugene Higginbotham, at his age of 70 years, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 20, 2015. He was born November 7, 1944, in Plaquemine, LA and resident of Greenwell Springs for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather Theresa and Burton Morales, father Herbert Higginbotham, Sr. and brother, Herbert Higginbotham, Jr. He was married to his soul-mate Aggie on April 16, 1966, and was a dedicated father to their three children. He is survived by brothers, Elton Wayne Higginbotham, sister-in-law, Lucy Higginbotham, brother, Gary Higginbotham, his loving wife Aggie Rosella Roppolo Higginbotham, daughter, Shelia Marie Bennett, son Gene Higginbotham, daughter-in-law, Deena Higginbotham, daughter, Melissa Gail Higginbotham-Williams and son-in-law Jarod Williams. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, Stephanie Higginbotham Pitre, Tracy Higginbotham Cook and nephews, Brian Higginbotham, Robert Higginbotham, Michael Higginbotham and David Higginbotham. Melvin was a loving and adoring grandfather to his 11 grandchildren, Ashley, Savanna, Garrett, Jeremy, Benjamin, Hannah, Logan, Rebecca, Delaney and Charlotte. Melvin was a printer by trade but fisherman and hunter by heart. He enjoyed his family, football and working in his garden. Melvin knew no strangers in life and had the ability to make friends at ease. Although his battle with cancer robbed his of his physical energy, his heart was as big as a mountain for those in need. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 22, 2015, at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will resume on Friday, October 23, 2015, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine at 9:00 am. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:00 am. Our family would like to give thanks to The Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge for its support, the ICU staff at the Baton Rouge General, Bluebonnet for its understanding in a difficult time and the numerous extended family members and friends for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge. Seale Funeral Service, Inc. 1720 S. Range Ave. Denham Springs, LA 70726 (225) 664-4143.
Shreveport Times 11/01/2015
Walter Allen Higginbotham (1959-2015) FL/LA
Walter Allen Higginbotham, age 56, passed away after a courageous battle against cancer Friday, October 30, 2015 at his residence. He was born in Tampa, Florida on August 2, 1959 to Boyd Higginbotham and Mary L. Anderson. He was a longtime resident of Pocahontas, Arkansas and later resided in Shreveport. He loved to hunt, fish, camp, and spend time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; Daughter Charity M. Crawford and Brother John L. Higginbotham. He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-nine years, Ann Renee Perot Higginbotham of Shreveport; Step-Father Steve Anderson of Pocahontas, Arkansas; Two Daughters, Rachel Smith Warren of Bossier City and Mary Jane Smith Warren of North Carolina; Brother Michael Higginbotham and wife Brenda of Pocahontas, Arkansas; Two Sisters, Mary Collins of San Antonio, Texas and Susan Anderson of Pocahontas, Arkansas; Step-Brother Steven Anderson of Imboden, Arkansas; Seven Grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 2, 2015 at Aulds Funeral Home Chapel in Shreveport with Bro. Dave Lafrance officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Aulds Funeral Home on Sunday, November 1, 2015 from 1-3 p.m. Aulds Funeral Home 7849 E. Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71115 318-797-8124.
11/07/2015
Gertie Mae Duplechain Higginbotham (1933-2015) LA
Born: October 29, 1933
Died: November 4, 2015
Location: Church Point Gertie was born on October 29, 1933 and passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2015. Gertie was a resident of Church Point, Louisiana at the time of her passing. The family requested that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. until Midnight on Thursday November 5 and continue from 8:00 A.M. Friday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held there at 8:00 P.M. Thursday by Monsignor DeBlanc. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday November 6 2015 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point La.
11/27/2015
Wilson Joseph Higginbotham (1930-2015) LA
December 12, 1930 - November 26, 2015
Wilson Joseph Higginbotham, 84, of Westlake peacefully passed away Thursday November 26th at his residence. Wilson was a loving husband for 60 years and a wonderful father. Wilson, "Budd", who was also known as Boye to his extended family. He was a very caring and generous person, an excellent example, and teacher with a great sense of humor. He worked at South Central Bell/AT&T for 33 years and enjoyed traveling, camping, and woodworking in his spare time. Left to cherish the memory of him are his loving wife, Mrs. Ora Higginbotham, daughters: Jeanne' Wolf and husband, Eddie, of Moss Bluff, La., Rita Gray and husband, Scott, of Carlyss, La., Paula Green and husband, Otha Jr., of San Antonio, TX., brothers: Carl Higginbotham and wife, Dovie, of Church Pointe, Hamiel Higginbotham of Lake Charles, La., Bobby Higginbotham and wife, Lorraine, of Lafayette, La., sisters: Wilda Whitaker of Somerset, Ky., Mattie Stanford of Sunset, La., Clara Leblanc and husband, Larry, of Rayne, La., grandchildren: Brandon Henson and wife, Dawn, of Moss Bluff, Brett Henson and wife, Krissy, of Sulphur, La., Caleb and Chloe Green of San Antonio, and great-grandchildren: Bryon Henson, Rylee Henson, Heidi Henson, Taylin Henson, and several step-great-grandchildren. Wilson is preceded in death by parents Simon Higginbotham and Beatrice Barousse Higginbotham, brothers, Ward Higginbotham and Billy Higginbotham, and sister, Esther Daigle. A memorial Mass will be held on Saturday November 28th at 11 am at St. John Bosco Church in Westlake and burial will follow at Fletcher Cemetery.
The Advocate 12/03/2015
Evelyn Faye Higginbotham Corsentino (1926 - 2015) LA
Evelyn Faye Corsentino, age 89, passed away on December 2, 2015. Evelyn is survived by her children, Toni Lockwood and husband, Terry Lockwood, Kathy Harding and husband, Larry Harding, Terry Leigh Lang and husband, Gerry Lang, and Sam Corsentino and husband, Dr. Sam McQuiston; 8 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Margaret McQueary, Marie Losavio and Jacqueline Cashio. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Sam Corsentino, Jr.; her daughter, Cynthia Fay Corsentino; her parents, Mary Ella Higginbotham and Thomas Higginbotham; her brothers, Rodney Wayne Higginbotham, Edward Higginbotham and Thomas Higginbotham, Jr.; and her sister, Gwendolyn Adams. Visiting hours will be observed on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at Resthaven Gardens of Memory and Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., from 11:00 AM until the time of services. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place at Resthaven Gardens of Memory Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Britan Lockwood, Bleu Lockwood, Blake Lockwood, Gerry Lang, Dr. Sam McQuiston and Larry Harding. Honorary Pallbearers will be Heath McGuffee, Blaine Kerr, and Marshall Chandler. The family would like to thank Flannery Oaks and Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet for the care they showed to their mother, Evelyn. Funeral Home: Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (225) 753-1440.
TheAdvocate.com 01/09/2016
Margaret Higginbotham McQueary (1924-2016)
Margaret Higginbotham McQueary, age 91, a resident of Denham Springs, passed away on January 8, 2016. Margaret is survived by her three daughters, Dianne Kennedy, Sandra Haggard and husband, Joey, and Deborah Bata; her two sons, Thomas McQueary and wife, Anita, and Michael McQueary and wife, Mary; her seven grandchildren, Scott and Tammy Haggard, Tabitha Tourrere, Kellie Blakenship, Matthew McQueary, Kristen Retana, and Noah Bata; her fifteen great-grandchildren; and her two sisters, Jackie Cashio, and Piper LaSavio. She is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Carl McQueary; her parents, Thomas and Ella Higginbotham; her three brothers, and two sisters. Visiting hours will be observed on Monday, January 11, 2016, at Resthaven Gardens of Memory and Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Visiting hours will resume on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, from 9:00 AM until the time of services. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at 10:00 AM. Interment will take place at Resthaven Gardens of Memory Cemetery. Funeral Home Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (225) 753-1440.
Daily World 01/11/2016
John Dalton Higginbotham (1939-2916) LA
OPELOUSAS - Funeral Services will be held for John "Dalton" Higginbotham at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home Chapel in Opelousas. Deacon Sammy Diesi will conduct the services. Burial will follow at the Bellevue Memorial Park cemetery. Mr. Higginbotham, age 76, a resident of Opelousas, LA, died at his home on Monday, February 8, 2016. Survivors include his daughters, Stephanie Manuel and husband, Kent, Donna Bailey and husband, Ken, and Kelly Marcus and husband, Matthew; his sister, Gail Leblanc and husband, Jerome. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Verlis Miller Higginbotham; his ex-wife, Sandra Huckaby Higginbotham and his brother, Ben Higginbotham. Visitation will begin on Thursday, February 11, 2016 in the LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will reopen on Friday at 8:00 a.m. A Rosary will be prayed on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home, 2845 S. Union St, Opelousas, LA, 70570, (337)942-2638, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Funeral Home Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home 2845 S Union Street Opelousas, LA 70570 (337) 942-2638.
02/17/2016
Emma Marie Melancon Higginbotham (1926-2016) LA
February 22, 1926 - February 12, 2016
Church Point, Louisiana - Emma was born on February 22, 1926 and passed away on Friday, February 12, 2016. Emma was a resident of Church Point, Louisiana at the time of her passing. She was married to Paul Sr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday February 16 2016 at St. Edmond Catholic Church for Emma Melancon Higginbotham 89 who passed away on Friday February 12 2016 at 10:45 pm. Msgr. Jefferson Deblanc Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church will be the Celebrant of the Mass. Burial will take place in St. Edmond Cemetery. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home on Monday February 15 2016 from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm and continue on Tuesday from 9:00 am until the time of service. A rosary will be recited Monday evening at 6:00 pm in the funeral home.
Daily World 03/13/2016
Rena Mae Fontenot Higginbotham (1927-2016) LA
Port Barre - A Mass of Christian Burial for Rena Mae Fontenot Higginbotham will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2016, in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Rev. Fr. Daniel Picard will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Rena was born in of Ville Platte on May 10, 1927, and was a longtime resident of Port Barre. She passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2016, at her home surrounded by her family after battling cancer at the age of 88. She worked as a Cook in the Cafeteria at Port Barre High School for over 33 years until her retirement in 1986. She was a very devout Catholic who attended Mass, prayed the Rosary, and was a parishioner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She enjoyed dancing, listening to music, and telling jokes. She enjoyed spending time outdoors tending to her flowers and growing vegetables in her gardens especially tomatoes and cucumbers. She would extend her love through her cooking for the family and spending time with the family and friends. She was a loving wife, and a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Survivors include three sons, Kenneth Higginbotham of Port Barre; Michael Higginbotham and wife, Sharon of Opelousas; and Johnny Higginbotham of Opelousas; two daughters, Pamela H. DeVillier of Teague, TX; and Anna Davis and husband, Jason of Baton Rouge; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Leonce Higginbotham; infant daughter, Penny Higginbotham; her parents, Orise Fontenot and Louisiana O'Pry Fontenot; two sisters, Belma Theriot and Eldie Majors; five brothers, Ellia Fontenot, Aurel Fontenot, Herbert Fontenot, Edward Guillory, and Essie Guillory; two daughters-in-law, Sally B. Higginbotham and Debra Jeffers; son-in-law, Larry DeVillier; and nephew, Larry Fontenot. Pallbearers will be Michael Higginbotham, Mikey Higginbotham, Josh DeVillier, Jason Stelly, Harold Woods, Jr., and Glenn Bergeron. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Higginbotham, Johnny Higginbotham, Jason Davis, Jace Stelly, Chris Higginbotham, and John Keye Higginbotham. The visitation will begin on Sunday, March 13, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. A Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. On Monday, visitation will continue from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests monetary donations be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society . Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre.
The Advertiser 04/17/2016
Marie Janell Matte Higginbotham (1946-2016) LA
CHURCH POINT, LA - A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Guidry Funeral Home in Church Point, La. for Mrs. Douglas Higginbotham, 70, the former Marie Janell Matte. Mrs. Higginbotham, a native of Church Point and currently a resident of Lafayette, La., died Thursday evening, April 14 at her residence after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Deacon Bryne Winn will conduct the services with interment to be determined by family. Survivors include her husband, Douglas Higginbotham of Lafayette; a son, Shane Higginbotham and wife Starlet of Branch, La.; a daughter, Pixie Carter and husband Jim of Lafayette, two brothers, John Matte and wife Gloria of Carencro, La. and Willie Matte of Morgan City, La.; a sister, Lola Lyons and husband Windsor of Carencro; and two grandchildren, Lauren Carter and fiancé Jonathon Guidry and his son, Braxton Guidry and Cameron Carter-all of Lafayette. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Amire Matte a son, Clay Higginbotham and a brother and sister, Elvie Matte and Elmire Richard. The family requested that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the services on Tuesday. A recitation of the Rosary will be held there at 1:00 P.M. by Deacon Winn. Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway, Church Point, La. (337) 684-5488.
TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com 04/27/2016
Edward Veazie Higginbotham (1932-2016) LA
Edward Veazie Higginbotham passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at his home in Kenner, Louisiana. Beloved husband of the late Josephine Andrews Higginbotham for forty-nine years. Loving father of James "Jimmy" Higginbotham, Roxanne Higginbotham Winters (husband, Harry), Nancy Pecot, and the late Mary Higginbotham Schneider. Grandfather of Jimmy, William, Harry, Terry, Shannon, Joseph, Christopher, Renee, Lionel, Julian, and the late Sherri Pecot and Johnny Pecot. Great-grandfather of Brooklyn, Jackson, Rowen, Wren, and Colin. Son of the late Lafayette Higginbotham and Birdie Meadows Higginbotham. Brother of Vera Ousley, Marion Higginbotham, and the late Monroe Higginbotham and Josephine Crowder. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Edward worked as an engineer for King Cotton for many years, and then worked as a maintenance engineer for Sheraton. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Celebration Church, 3550 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 3 PM, with a reception to follow at the family's home. Please check with the family for directions if needed. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in Edward's honor. Arrangements handled by NEPTUNE SOCIETY OF NEW ORLEANS, 3801 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70065. 504-464-3095.
Shreveport Times 04/30/2016
Mary Lancaster Higginbotham (1926-2016) LA
Funeral services for Mary L. Higginbotham, age 89 of Ruston will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Trinity United Methodist Church with Rev. Rolly Walker and Rev. Gary Willis officiating the service. Burial will be 11:00 AM Monday, May 2, 2016 at Natchez City Cemetery in Natchez, MS. Mary was born on October 24, 1926 in Natchez, MS and died April 28, 2016 in Ruston. Mary was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and Kappa Delta Sorority. She is preceded in death by her husbands: John H. Laughlin and Marvin “Bud” Higginbotham, Jr; Siblings: Mildred Lancaster McBride, Anne Lancaster Chennault, Robert James Lancaster Roderick Claude “Doc” Lancaster and Martha Lancaster Seaman. She is survived by her son: John H. Laughlin, Jr and wife Faith of Roxie, MS; grandson: Will Hutchins of Roxie, MS; sister: Betty Lou Lancaster Robertson of Ruston, LA; sister in law: Edna “Tut” Lancaster of St. Joseph, LA. Pallbearers will be Skip Russell, Rob Lancaster, Duane Toliver, Ayres Bradford, Mike Chennault and Patrick Daniel. Visitation will be held 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston.
Deridder Daily News 05/20/2016
Hannah Amelia Higginbotham (????-2016) LA
Hannah Amelia Higginbotham of DeRidder passed away on Monday, May 16, 2016. Visitation at Chaddick Funeral Home will be from 5-9 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2016 at the funeral home. Graveside service all be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Island Cemetery, Simpson, with the Rev. James Byrd officiating. Survivors include her parents, Jerry and Sarah Higginbotham of DeRidder; a sister, Rebekah Alden; a brother, Able Reece; maternal grandparents, Kenneth and Sybil Nash of DeRidder; paternal grandmother, Dorothy Hebere of DeRidder; an aunt, Shana Nash of DeRidder; four uncles, Jason Nash and Toni of Louisville, Texas; Jacky Higginbotham of DeRidder; Robert Higginbotham and Melanie of Oretta, Chris Higginbotham of Big Flat, Ark.; special friend Linda Goul of DeRidder and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Boyd Higginbotham. Funeral Home Chaddick Funeral Home 1931 N Pine St Deridder, LA 70634 (337) 460-5945.
The Advertiser 05/27/2016
Jean Warren Higginbotham (1939-2016) LA
CHURCH POINT - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at St. John Berchman Catholic Church in Cankton for Warren Higginbotham, 76, who passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 9:10 P.M. at his home in Church Point. Very Rev. Msgr. Russell Harrington, Pastor of St. John Berchman Catholic Church will be officiating for the services. Burial will be in the St. John Berchman Catholic Church Cemetery. The family has requested the visitation to be held on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 9:30 A.M. until 9:00 P.M. A Rosary will be recited on Friday at 6 o'clock in the evening in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. Visitation will resume on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 8:00 A.M. until time of services. Survivors include his wife of forty eight years, Margaret C. Higginbotham of Church Point; two sons, Eric and wife, Angie Higginbotham of Port Allen, David Higginbotham of Church Point; one daughter, Laura and husband, Allyn Hollis of Church Point; two brothers, Leander and wife, Bernice Higginbotham of Church Point, Shirley Ray and wife, Linda Higginbotham of Eunice; six grandchildren, Mikeael Bradshaw, Kori Goldsby, Kristina Bradshaw, Thunder and wife, Beth Higginbotham, Dakota Higginbotham and Stormy Higginbotham; and one great-grandson, Zayden Bradshaw; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Warren was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Leediana F. Higginbotham; two brothers, Preston Higginbotham and Gervais Higginbotham. The family wants to send many thanks to Serenity Home Help and Hospice. Especially his nurses, Kim and Crystal, who were always available and caring, also Rozina for all her help. Duhon Funeral Home, LLC-Church Point, LA, (337) 684-5552, 701 S. Broadway Street, Church Point, LA 70525 is in charge of all of the arrangements. Funeral Home Duhon Funeral Home 701 S Broadway St Church Point, LA 70525 (337) 684-5552.
The Advertiser 06/02/2016
Joseph Carrol Higginbotham (1939-2016) LA
CHURCH POINT - Carrol Higginbotham left this earth to be with our Lord on Monday, May 30, 2016. He died of natural causes at age 76 after a short illness. Visitation will be Friday, June 3, 2016 beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Delhomme Funeral Home, 705 Marie Street, Scott, LA. After the prayer service at 3:00 p.m., he will be transported for cremation. He is survived by his wife, Diane Vincent; two sons, Jon Michael and Richard Joseph; daughter, Priscilla Higginbotham from his first marriage; sister, Bernadine Theresa; brothers, James Terry and his wife Judy and Milton Joseph and his wife Sandy; grandchildren, Brennen, Serenity, and Korbin. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Abraham Higginbotham; mother, Zoe Clavier; brother, John Darrel and sister, Jeanette Marie. Carrol proudly joined the Marines soon after he left Scott High School. He worked at Lafayette Steel Erectors for nineteen years and Reco Crane in New Orleans for twenty years. Carrol was a pure hearted soul; it showed in everything he touched. He had a love of music, passion for woodworking, devotion to gardening and a taste for cooking. You could feel warmth in his heart for his family. He will be deeply missed by all that knew him and never forgotten by those who loved him. We love you dad, husband and friend - then, now and forever.
07/16/2016
Donald Oswald Higginbotham (1919-2016) LA
August 1, 1919 - July 14, 2016 Bastrop, Louisiana
Donald Oswald Higginbotham, widower of Betty Kyser Higginbotham, is predeceased by his parents, James Douglas and Inez Anderson Higginbotham and his two brothers, John Thomas Higginbotham and James Douglas Higginbotham, Jr. He is survived by his son, James Robert Higginbotham and wife, Margie; two daughters, Ginger Limerick and Nancy White and husband, Richard; six grandchildren, Andy White and wife, Michelle, Payton White and wife, Penny, Laney White and husband Greg; Claire Crownover and husband, Jeff, Lindsay Polley and husband, Doug, and Andy Higginbotham and wife, Ashley; seven great-grandchildren, Addison White, Trey White, Bailey Crownover, David Higginbotham, Brody White, Keaton Polley and Adalynn Polley. Mr. Higginbotham is also survived by his niece, Vickie Brown and husband, Danny and their sons, Kevin Brown, Jarrod Brown, and Matthew Brown; nephews, Mike Higginbotham and wife, Debbie and their daughters, Cory Price and Kelly Murphy, Jamie Higginbotham and wife Mary Jean and their son, Harris Higginbotham, and Randy Higginbotham and wife, Kay and their children Kellen Higginbotham Ranger and Douglas Randolph Higginbotham. Don was retired from AL&M Railroad and a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, having served in World War II. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Bastrop where he served as a deacon and an elder. Funeral services will be held at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop, Louisiana, on Monday, July 18, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Committal services with military honors will be at Christ Church Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Serving as pallbearers are Andy White, Payton White, Addison White, Greg White, Trey White, Andy Higginbotham, and Donald Ray Morris. Honorary pallbearer will be Andy Anderson. The family request that for those who wish, memorials be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bastrop, the American Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice.
Shreveport Times 08/04/2016
Mary Louise Shields Higginbotham (1924-2016) OK/LA
SHREVEPORT, LA - Funeral services celebrating the life of Mary Louise Higginbotham, 91, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 5, 2016 at Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Forest Park West Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the services beginning at 10:00 a.m. until 11:00. Mary was born September 24, 1924 in Tulsa, OK and went to be with her Savior on July 31, 2016. She was a retired registered nurse and enjoyed spending time with her family and doing needlework. She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband Joseph W. Higginbotham, Sr., son Joseph W. Higginbotham, Jr., sister, Blanch "Babe" Smith and older brother, Jimmy Shields. Mary is survived by her daughter-in-law, Debbie Higginbotham; grandson, J.W. Higginbotham III and his wife Melissa; great-grandson, Joseph Martin Higginbotham; nieces, Carol Keller and Debi Akins; nephew, Carl Smith.
Daily World & The Advertiser 12/07/2016
Loretta Marie Thibodeaux
Higginbotham (1944-2016) LA
CHURCH POINT, LA - A Funeral Prayer Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday,
December 8, 2016 at St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard, LA for Loretta T.
Higginbotham, 71, the former Loretta Marie Thibodeaux. Ms. Higginbotham, a
long-time resident of Church Point, died early Tuesday morning at Acadia-St.
Landry Hospital in Church Point. Father Wayne Duet will conduct the services
with entombment following in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum on Hwy
35 north of Church Point.
Survivors include her companion, Gerald Dies of Church Point; her former
husband, Linton "Hick" Higginbotham of Church Point; two sons, Guy Higginbotham
and Kevin Higginbotham and companion Theresa Daigle-all of Church Point; a
daughter, Kyla Dawn Higginbotham and companion Audie Boutte, Sr. of Church
Point; her brothers, Reggie Thibodeaux and wife Robin of Church Point and Timmy
LeJeune and wife Elaine of Richard; a sister, Cheryl Alleman and husband Elmo of
Lafayette, LA.; six grandchildren: Heather LeJeune, Summer Hollier and Heidi,
Tanner, Trenton and Trace Higginbotham and two great-grandchildren, Kenzie
Guevera and Easton Durke.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Bertrand Thibodeaux and Lorina
Blanchard Thibodeaux and a sister, Ora Marie LeJeune.
The family requested that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home from
10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 7 and continue from 8:00 A.M.
Thursday until the time of the services. A recitation of the Rosary will be held
there 7:00 P.M. Wednesday by Deacon Bryne Winn.
Pallbearers will be Reggie Thibodeaux, Timmy LeJeune, Elmo Alleman and Tanner,
Trenton and Trace Higginbotham with Heather LeJeune and Tiffany Simmons
delivering the readings.
Arrangements are being handled by Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.; 219 N. Broadway,
Church Point, LA (337) 684-5488.
12/13/2016
Archie Joseph Higginbotham (1943-2016) LA
June 29, 1943 - December 11, 2016
Church Point, LA
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church for Mr. Archie Joseph Higginbotham, Sr., 73, who passed away on Sunday afternoon, December 11 at his residence. Fr. Godwin Nzeh, associate pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, will be the celebrant of the Mass and burial will take place in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cemetery on Hwy 35. Archie, a resident of Church Point, Louisiana was the son of the late Joseph Higginbotham and the former Wilma Briscoe Higginbotham. He is survived by his wife, Florence F. Higginbotham of Church Point, LA; three daughters, Donna Haugen and husband Robert of Richard, LA, Catherine McGue and husband Benjamin of Grand Prairie, LA and Amanda Bourque and husband Kevin of Richard; three sons, David Nelams and wife Christine of Youngsville, LA, Newton Nelams of Grand Prairie and Archie J. Higginbotham, Jr. of Cecilia, LA; one stepdaughter, Nikki Jagneaux of Richard; one stepson, Chad Guillory and wife Kelly of Blanchard, LA; 24 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and one sister, Ruth D'Heilly of Church Point. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Barbara Guidroz Higginbotham. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Guidry Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 13 from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM and continue on Wednesday from 8:00 AM until the time of services. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM Tuesday evening in the funeral home. Guidry Funeral Home, 219 N. Broadway St., Church Point, LA is in charge of final arrangements.
The Advertiser 12/22/2016
Mary Lorraine Lyons Higginbotham (1944-2016) LA
LAFAYETTE - Funeral services will be held Friday, December 23, 2016 at an 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church. Born on April 7, 1944 in Church Point and a lifelong resident of Lafayette, Lorraine peacefully passed into the eternal gates of Heaven on December 20, 2016. Interment will be in Evangeline Memorial Gardens in Carencro. The Rev. Gary Schexnayder, pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, will officiate at the services. Altar server will be her godson, Deacon Barry LeBlanc. Scripture readers will be McKenzi Bellard and Arienne Higginbotham. Giftbearers will be Dana Higginbotham, Ursula Elkins and her godchild, Tiffany Rosbury. Musical selections will be provided by vocalist and guitarist, Matt Higginbotham and flutist, Jenny Dupre. The songs will be Gentle Woman, The Old Rugged Cross, Ava Maria, Halleluiah, His Peace is Flowing Like A River and Here I Am Lord. Lorraine was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a member of the bereavement committee and past member of God's Little Helpers at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church. Survivors include her devoted husband of fifty-two years, Robert (Bob) Higginbotham, one daughter, Keysha Bellard and her husband, Marty; one son, Robbie Higginbotham and his wife, Dana; four grandchildren, McKenzi Bellard, Barron Bellard, Greyson Higginbotham and Arienne Higginbotham; two brothers, Chester Lyons and his wife, Vicki, and Winsor Lyons and his wife, Lola; and two sisters, Ursula Elkins and her husband, Don, and Rosalie Venable. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Lydia Lyons; two brothers, Floyd and Warren Lyons; and two sisters, Frankena Olivier and Bertha Guilbeau. A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home by Amanda Credeur. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Thursday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Friday. Pallbearers will be Barron Bellard, Marty Bellard, Don Elkins, Greyson Higginbotham, Robbie Higginbotham and Chester Lyons. Honorary pallbearers will be Gage Dugas, Winsor Lyons and her godchild, Gary Olivier. Melancon Funeral Home, Evangeline Memorial Gardens Chapel, 4117 N. University Ave., Carencro, (337) 896-3232, is in charge of arrangements.
12/31/2016
Robert Wayne Higginbotham (1949-2016) LA
Robert Wayne Higginbotham passed away December 28, 2016.
Robert Was born January 9, 1949 to Joseph and Gertie Higginbotham. He was
preceded in death by his parents and brother Randy.
He leaves to mourn his memory, wife of 48 years Beverly, daughters Lorrie
(Darren) Bertrand, Bobbie Simmons, Extra son Michael Champion (started as a son
n law and became a son), Brothers John Higginbotham (Mildred) Dale Higginbotham
(Susan) Jimmy Higginbotham, Joe Higginbotham (Vera) his companion, sisters,
Glenda (Harvey) Granger, Janet (Dean) Arnold. His well loved grandchildren Darby
and Shelby Bertrand and Devon Champion. His “adopted” grandchildren, Sam, Dylan,
Tessa, Brittany, Desi and Cody, many more he treated as his grandchildren and
was very close to.
He Graduated from LaGrange High School, then became a meat cutter/Market Manager
for Kroger. He retired after 42 years. He was Kroger’s Top Gross Percentage
Producer, overall Louisiana and Texas stores.
His “grandbabies” were his treat, they loved him almost as much, as he loved and
adored them. He was so proud of them, with their good hearted attitudes, always
had kisses and hugs for him, no matter how old they became.
He had to get to know you, but when he did, he pulled those pranks on everyone,
especially his brothers. The Love he had for his brothers and sisters was
unmistakable, always got along, never a cross word between them. They were there
for him till the end bringing him to lunch, getting him out of the house,
bringing him his sweets, he loved so much. Susie Thank you for that.
The family would like to thank Drs. Kahn, Looney, Turner, Williams and their
staffs.
A very special thank you to his friend and fellow retiree Bob Murray, always
there for him by calling, coming over and bringing him to lunch. He loved you as
a brother.
Robert will be sorely missed, long after he’s gone. He affected a lot of lives
in his own way, with his patience, and helpfulness. Just a really good man.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family on December 30,
2016 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. in the chapel of Lakeside Funeral Home. A rosary
will be prayed at 6 p.m. and services will follow at 6:30 p.m. The Very Reverend
Anthony Fontenot is to officiate. Cremation will follow the service.
TheAdvocate.com 01/03/2017
Patsy Marie Higginbotham Fuselier (1938-2017) LA
Pat Fuselier passed away Monday, January 2, 2017 at the age of 79. Pat was born in Bunkie, LA and resided her entire adult life in Baton Rouge, LA. Pat's passion was in sales, and that was her lifelong career after completion of Draughn Business College. She and Harold loved cooking and entertaining friends and family. Pat loved life and was always happy and smiling. Pat is survived by her three children; Randy Goff (Laurie) of St. Francisville, LA, Donna Fuselier (Toni Aguilar) of Crosby, MS, and Gail Goff of Prairieville, LA; granddaughters, Paige and Kelly Goff which she enjoyed every minute spent with them; siblings, Floyd Davis of St. Amant, LA, Kathy Higginbotham of Denham Springs, LA, and Carolyn Higginbotham. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, Harold Fuselier; sister, June Day; parents, Aline Ortego Davis and Leroy Higginbotham. Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 11 a.m. until Funeral Service at 2 p.m. Pallbearers will be Jacob Davis, Cody Davis, Floyd Davis, Bubbe Day, Wade Evans, and Sullivan Clark. Interment will follow on the grounds of Greenoaks Memorial Park. A special heartfelt thank you goes out to Gloria Taylor, Melissa Cheatham, Ernestine Straughter, Shemeca Torrence, Tiffany Harrel and the staffs at Oakwood Village and Butterfly Wing at Hospice of Baton Rouge. Funeral Home Greenoaks Funeral Home 9595 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70815 (225) 925-5331.
1/31/2017
Thomas Douglas Higginbotham (1944-2017) LA
July 11, 1944 - January 28, 2017 Church Point, Louisiana
Mr. Higginbotham was born on July 11, 1944 and passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Mr. Higginbotham was a resident of Church Point, Louisiana at the time of his passing. He was married to Janell. Memorial services will be held at a later date.
02/07/2017
Jessica Kristin Klein Higginbotham (1963-2017) LA
July 23, 1963 - February 7, 2017
Basile, Louisiana
Jessica Klein Higginbotham passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017, at the age of 53. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 10, 2017, at 2:00 PM. at Quirk and Son Funeral Home in Eunice with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary. Pastor Heather Ardion will officiate. Visitation will begin on Friday at 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Jessica is survived by her son, Alex Higginbotham and wife, Heather of Eunice; one sister, Sally Rozas of Eunice, and three grandchildren. Jessica was preceded in death by her son, Dirk Higginbotham, and her parents, Reginald and Janice Klein.
02/26/2017
James Wilson Higginbotham (1949-2017) LA
Born: July 12, 1949 Died: February 25, 2017 Location: Eunice, Louisiana
Funeral services for James W. Higginbotham, age 67, will be held on Monday, February 27, 2017, at 12:00 PM at Quirk & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pastor Ron Lacombe will officiate. James passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2017. He is survived by his wife Gloria D. Higginbotham of Marksville; his daughter, Misty H. Couvillion and her husband Kyle of Marksville; his son, Nicky Higginbotham of Deridder; sister, Sandy Ardoin and her husband Donny; a grandson Seth J. Couvillion. James was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson Joseph Higginbotham and Maebell Reeves Ardoin; brother, Joseph W. Higginbotham; sister Elaine Matt. Visitation will begin on Sunday, February 26, from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The funeral home will reopen on Monday at 8:00 PM until service time.
The Advertiser 03/07/2017
Mary Higginbotham Guidry (1949-2017)
CHURCH POINT - Known to her family as "Deenie," to her husband's family as "Marie", to others in both families as "Aunt Mary," "Nanny" or "Nan". To her sons she was "Mama," to her grandchildren, she was "Nana Mary," to her husband she was "Beb," "Sweetheart," "Sugar Plum," "Honey Bee" and "Honey Baby." Born March 30, 1949 in Church Point to Joseph Roosevelt Higginbotham and Yvonne Anna Guidry, Mary attended Church Point Elementary, Jr. High and High Schools as well as Gueydan High School. A playful, tough, and imaginative child, she always enjoyed the company of her extended family. Growing up in a less then affluent household of six children, she learned the value of strong faith, cooperation, hard work, and determination. Always deeply religious, in her teenage years Mary was actively involved at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church teaching catechism and assisting the Grey Nuns of the Cross (presently the Sisters of Charity of Ottawa) in their duties as sacristans for the church, preparing what was needed by the priests for sacred worship. Sensing a possible call to the Religious Life, Mary entered the Postulancy of the Grey Nuns in Gueydan remaining with them from 1964-1966 until discerning that God had a different plan for her. Returning to Church Point, Mary graduated from Church Point High School in 1967, and on April 26, 1969 married Bernice Guidry, the son of Noe' Guidry and Evelina Richard of Church Point. To this union was born two sons, Mitchell Gregory and Jody Matthew Guidry. As a young wife and mother, Mary was active in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church Choir, the Church Point French Choir, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Church Point Centennial. When her children were in school, Mary assisted both the Sisters of Charity and the Blessed Sacrament Sisters in their work at Our Mother of Peace Elementary School. She volunteered extensively as a substitute teacher and catechism teacher, Hi-God summer program coordinator, supervisor of the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Altar Servers, and "Come, Lord Jesus" leader. Along with her husband Bernice, Mary also served the church as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist distributing Holy Communion at Mass and to the sick and homebound. In 1984, Mary was asked by her pastor, Fr. Gene Tremie, to serve on the staff of Our Mother of Peace as Religion Administrator, a position she held for 30 years. "Ms. Mary" as she was known, supervised the religious education of hundreds of OMP students, taught religion classes, arranged and planned school Masses, and trained students and teachers to serve in various liturgical roles. This position would come to define who "Ms. Mary" was. A caring person with a loyal and loving heart, though she was a physical mother of two, she became a spiritual mother to countless more to whom she taught and showed the love of Christ. After her retirement in 2014, she took on the role of caregiver to her husband who would become seriously ill. Ms. Mary died suddenly of heart failure at mid-day Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Opelousas General Hospital. Mary enjoyed cooking for her family, family gatherings, making holidays and birthdays special, talking and keeping in touch on the phone, keeping in touch and sharing with family friends on Facebook, watching good movies, listening to good music, shopping for clothes and shoes, singing and reading stories to her children, telling stories and sharing memories from the past and just simply loved God and her family. She also loved flowers and plants and visiting new places on vacations. She had a great devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Monica, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Pio of Pietrelcina, Blessed Francis X Seelos and the Infant Jesus of Prague. Mary is survived by her beloved husband and companion of nearly 48 years, Bernice Guidry of Church Point; her sons, Fr. Mitchell Guidry of Ville Platte and Jody Guidry and his wife Rachel of Opelousas; her grandchildren Tyler and Courtney Savoie of Sunset; her great grandchildren Kaden Alberado and Paisley LaHaye of Sunset; her mother Yvonne G. Higginbotham of Church Point; her brothers Rufus Higginbotham and his wife Belinda, Clinton Higginbotham and his wife Carolyn of Church Point; her sister and best friend, Glinda H. Thibodeaux of Lewisburg; her brother in law Paul Guidry of Baton Rouge; her sisters in law, Gladys G. Savoie of Church Point, Bernadine G. Richard of Plaquemine, Anna C. Guidry of Lake Charles, Jenny G. Higginbotham of Ridge, and Betty D. Levings of Baton Rouge; her Godchildren Melanie G. Jurlin of Church Point, Mark Thibodaux of Carencro, Lisa R. Arceneaux of Napoleonville and Jeremy Higginbotham of Lewisburg; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends; her grand dog Leo and new friend Kitty Kat. She was preceded in death by her father, Roosevelt Higginbotham; her grandparents Asa Higginbotham and Zoe David, Elie Guidry and Agathe Higginbotham, her niece, Erica Higginbotham Latiolais and great niece Rachel Lyons; her nephew Nicholas Thibodeaux and great nephew Tyler Thibodeaux; her brothers in law, Austin Savoie, Howard "Blue" Guidry, Russell Richard and Patrick Thibodeaux; her sister in law, Rita Guidry. Mary's family requests that visiting hours take place at Guidry Funeral Home in Church Point beginning at 11:00 am Tuesday, March 7, and end at 9:00 pm. The rosary will be prayed at 7:00 pm led by her son Fr. Mitchell Guidry. Visitation will resume at 8:00 am on Wednesday March 8 until the time of service at Our Lady of Sacred Heart Catholic Church for her Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Her body will be laid to rest in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mausoleum on Hwy 35 north of Church Point. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Mary's name to Our Mother of Peace Elementary, 218 N. Rogers St., Church Point, LA, St. Joseph Seminary College Flood Relief Fund, 75376 River Rd., St. Benedict, LA 70457, or to the Blessed Francis X Seelos Center, 919 Josephine St., New Orleans, LA 70130. Guidry Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of final arrangements.
The Advertiser 03/10/2017
Jon Michael Higginbotham (1976-2017) LA
CHURCH POINT - Memorial services will be held Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in Landmark Church (1610 W Willow St, Scott, LA 70583) for Jon Michael Higginbotham, age 40, who left this Earth, of unknown causes, to take his place in Heaven. Mike was a native of Youngsville and moved to Metairie when he was four years old. He later attended Destrehan High School. He worked at a variety of companies laying tile and pouring terrazzo. He was a proud, hard-working man who found his passion in flooring. Mike moved back here in 2003. He was just beginning a new job and was very happy with his prospects for the future. Mike lived life to the fullest and celebrated with food and music. He was creative in the kitchen and loved to cook. He also wrote poetry to express his deepest emotions. Mike was a loving son who had a big heart and was always quick to offer help. He loved his family unconditionally and we loved him dearly. He will be greatly missed, but his memory will forever remain in our hearts. Survivors include his son, Korbin Higginbotham, 16, of Mississippi; his mother, Diane Vincent Higginbotham; his brother, Richard Joseph Higginbotham both of Church Point; and his sister, Karie Crooker of Florida. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Carrol Higginbotham. Melancon Funeral Home, Evangeline Memorial Gardens Chapel, 4117 N. University Ave., Carencro, (337) 896-3232, is in charge of arrangements. Funeral Home MELANCON FUNERAL HOME - Carencro 4615 N. University Ave. Carencro, LA 70520 (337) 896-6366.
04/29/2017
Lisa Marie Arabie Higginbotham (1966-2017) LA
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home in Church Point for Lisa A. Higginbotham, 50, who passed away at her home on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 2:48 A.M. in Eunice. Msgr. Jeff DeBlanc, Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services. Burial will be in the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church New Cemetery in Church Point. The family has requested the visitation to be held on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 10:00 A. M. until time of services all in the Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. A Rosary will be recited on Monday just prior to the services. Survivors include her husband, Richard Higginbotham of Eunice; her son, Michael Scott and wife, Lorelia Higginbotham of Church Point; her mother, Kathy J. Duhon of Eunice; her father and step mother, Leroy and Lynn Arabie of Eunice; one brother, James Keith Arabie of Eunice; one sister; Mary Christina Arabie of Marietta, GA. ; one granddaughter, Trinti Faith Higginbotham of Church Point; two step brothers, Jared and wife, Amanda Arabie of Basile and Damien and wife, Erica Arabie of Jennings; one step sister, Amanda Arabie of Eunice. Duhon Funeral Home-Church Point, LLC, (337) 684-5552, 701 South Broadway Street, Church Point, LA 70525 is in charge of all of the arrangements.
TheAdvocate.com 05/24/2017
Michael Caleb Higginbotham (ca1959-2017) LA
Michael Caleb Higginbotham, 57, died suddenly and quietly in his home in Gonzales, Louisiana on Friday, May 12, 2017. Michael was a United States Navy veteran who served his country honorably. Commissioned as Ensign in 1982, he served on active duty until 1984, transferring to the Naval Reserve as a Supply Corps Officer. Michael served for 12 years in the Navy, highlighted by deployment to Saudi Arabia for Operation DESERT STORM, backloading of all US Marine Corps unit equipment returning to the US after combat operations concluded. Known affectionately as "Magoo," he graduated from East Ascension High School in 1977 and received a degree in History from Louisiana State University in 1982. While at LSU, he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. After his active duty, he worked for Progressive Insurance Company as Regional Claims Officer. Michael was preceded in death by his mother Patricia Braud Higginbotham and his father Edmund Joseph Higginbotham. He is survived by his brother Edmund Paul Higginbotham, his nephew Ryan and his niece Lauren. The service is scheduled for Friday, May 26 at 2:00 P.M. at Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The Advocate 05/28/2017
Louis Lodney Higginbotham (1940-2017) LA
Hammond, Louisiana
Feb 20, 1940 - May 26, 2017
God-fearing and Godly…these are words used to describe Louis Lodney Higginbotham. He was a member of Judson Baptist Church where he served our Lord as Chairman of the Deacons as well as many other committees there. He was a faithful Sunday School teacher and a mentor to many throughout the church and community. His integrity meant everything to him, and he strived to maintain that in everything he did. He was a Professional Land Surveyor by trade and owned his own business doing just that for over 40 years. He loved his family and took care of all of them. He was the "caretaker" of many. He was known for his love of life and his laughter as he lived life to the fullest. He loved sports, especially those sports that involved his children and grandchild. He coached many softball players in the community and for the past 12 years has coached his grandson in the game of golf. He left his earthly family who surrounded him as he went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, May 26, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary Francis Courtney Higginbotham; his three girls, Patricia Ardell and Tereasa Darnell Higginbotham and Erin Dawn Woodrich; and his grandson, Jeffrey Andrew Woodrich. He is also survived by his brothers, Phillip Higginbotham and Charles Higginbotham and his wife, Jayne; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in law, Zemly and Joe Ervin, Earline and Herbie Vinyard, and Juanita and Leslie Falks. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws and close friends that he loved like his own. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Willie (Bill) Smart Higginbotham; his father-in-law and mother in-law, Redrick and Winnie Courtney; his son-in-law, Jeffrey Lynn Woodrich; sisters, Jackie, Martha Lou and her husband Butch, Rebecca, and Maggie; his brothers, Scott, Julius, Jerry and his wife Phoebe, Mark, and Sterling and his wife Jeanette. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Judson Baptist Church in Walker on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. until the Funeral Service at 12:00 noon. Dr. David Lane will officiate the service and interment will follow in Judson Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home.
The Times-Picayune 06/09/2017
Oscar Higginbotham Jr. (ca1924-2017) LA
Oscar Higginbotham, Jr. (93) of Metairie passed away June 5th. He leaves behind his wife of 67 years, Joan G Higginbotham, three children: Sally Prattini, Sharon Lewis and Steve Higginbotham and also nine grandchildren. Oscar was a retired USAF Major with service in WWII. He received his Mechanical Engineering degree from Southeastern LA Institute (USL). Thereafter he wore the uniform again during the Korean conflict. He was a local golf champion and longtime resident of River Ridge.
07/22/2017
Frances Louse Higginbotham Babin (1943-2017) LA
August 05, 1943 - July 20, 2017
Frances Louise Higginbotham Babin, 73, passed away on July 20, 2017 at 3:52AM. Frances was a native of DeRidder, LA and a resident of Houma, LA Visitation will be held on Monday, July 24, 2017 from 9:00AM until service time at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma, LA. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM on Monday, July 24, 2017 at Chauvin Funeral Home with burial to follow services in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray, LA. Frances is survived by her children, Irvin Babin Jr. (Angela); V. Lee Babin (Pam), Hope Babin (Marvin); brothers, Joseph Higginbotham, sisters, Joyce Dittman, Bernice Cobbs, grandchildren, Christopher and Austin Babin, Heather Billiot (Brent), Harley and Mason Babin; great grandchildren, Madison, Holland, and Kenna Billiot. She is preceded by her husband, Irvin Babin Sr.; parents, Joseph Higginbotham and Marie Keel Higginbotham; brother, Hildred Higginbotham; sister, Christine Keel. She is also survived by her K9 companion Baby. Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. is honored to serve the Babin family.
09/26/2017
Shirley Ray Higginbotham (1943-2017) LA
Eunice, Louisiana - Shirley Ray Higginbotham passed away on Monday September 25, 2017, at the age of 74. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 10:00 AM. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church with burial to follow at St. Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Fr. Clinton Sensat will officiate. At the request of the family visitation will begin on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM. and will reopen on Wednesday at 8:00 AM until time of services. A rosary will be prayed on Tuesday at 6:00 PM by Deacon Chuck Ortego. Ray is survived by his wife of fifty-three years, Linda M. Higginbotham of Eunice, one son; Eddie Higginbotham and wife Jennifer of Eunice, two daughters; Sherry H. Manuel and husband Kevin of Kinder, Sandy H. Leger of Eunice, brother; Leander Higginbotham and wife Bernice of Church Point six grandchildren; Danielle Daigle, Lauren Manuel, Ryan Higginbotham, Madison Leger, Carly Higginbotham, Michael Higginbotham, two great grandchildren.; Malayna Daigle and Kensley Daigle. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Horace Higginbotham and Lediana Faul Higginbotham, three brothers; Gurvis Higginbotham, Preston Higginbotham, Warren Higginbotham. Ray worked as an auto parts salesman for forty years in the Eunice area. Quirk and Son Funeral Home in Eunice is in charge of the arrangements.
Daily World & The Advertiser 10/01/2017
Louise Helena Higginbotham Leger (1966-2017) LA
May 6, 1966 - September 26, 2017
Opelousas - Louise H. Leger, age 51, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 5:30 PM at Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, October 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM by Reverend Monsignor Keith DeRouen at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Rite of Committal will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery. Louise grew up as a member of Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church and attended school at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau. Following graduation, she moved to Lafayette where she attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette from which she received her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in counseling. She continued her schooling at ULL and became a licensed professional counselor (LPC). Louise is survived by her parents, Lezime and Ida Ruth Leger and by many caring uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her natural father, Louis H. Higginbotham and her grandparents, Pancratius and Helena Burleigh, Onedas and Ena Leger and Ernest and Bertha Higginbotham. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017 from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas and will resume at 8:00 AM on Monday, October 2, 2017 and continue until the time of the funeral at 10:00 AM. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 PM Sunday, October 1, 2017. LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, 2845 South Union Street, Opelousas, LA 70570, (337-942-2638) has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
10/09/2017
Glenn Ray Higginbotham (1947-2017) LA
August 26, 1947 - October 7, 2017
Quitman, Louisiana
Glenn was born on August 26, 1947 and passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Glenn was a resident of Quitman, Louisiana at the time of passing. Mr. Higginbotham was a retired sheetrock finisher and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, proudly serving his country. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday in the chapel with Reverend Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Olive East Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
11/20/2017
Charlotte Ashley Hamilton Higginbotham (1937-2017) LA
Ashley Hamilton Higginbotham passed away peacefully in her home Saturday, November 18, 2017. She was born September 10, 1937 to Dr. Andros Scott and Charlotte Breard Hamilton. When she was three years old, her family moved to Camp Claiborne, where her father was stationed before and during World War II until he was sent to the Pacific Theater, becoming Chief of Orthopedic Surgery for the Eighth Army. Ashley graduated from Neville H.S.in 1955, where she was a proud Tigerette. She attended Newcomb College and Tulane University where she earned an M.F.A. in Plastic Arts (sculpture) and an M.A. in Art History. After a brief period, teaching art at Lee Jr. High, Ashley married Thomas McVea Higginbotham, D.V.M. in 1964. Moving to Mer Rouge, LA, she raised a son and a daughter, and continued her teaching career as a teacher of Louisiana History at Prairie View Academy, retiring in 1988. One of her most rewarding pursuits was her work helping found the Kalorama Nature preserve in Collinston, LA. Following the death of her mother, she returned to Monroe, LA where she became active in many local organizations such as the Monroe Garden Club, the Monroe Beautification Board, and Friends of Black Bayou. Ashley was a member of the Monroe Garden Study League, following her mother, and her grandmother who was a charter member. She served as president of both the Monroe Garden Study League and the Monroe Garden Club. She was a judge of both horticulture and photography for the Study League and the Garden Club of America, Zone IX, and she also competed in both categories, winning several awards. She received a club appreciation award in May 2016 for her horticultural and photographic pursuits as well as her considerable contributions through her hard work on the monthly newsletter “The Potting Shed.” Anyone who knew Ashely knew of her passion for animals, especially cats. She actively rescued many cats over the years and contributed to numerous animal care agencies in both Morehouse and Ouachita Parishes. Ashley was preceded in death by her husband and her parents. She is survived by her son, Scott McVea and his wife Amber; her daughter, Charlotte Ashley and her husband Christopher Wade Davis; and granddaughters, Charlotte Josephine Davis, Lucille Nichols Davis, and Molly Rose Higginbotham. The family offers its deepest appreciation to Terri and James Kelly, and Angelea and Terrance Parker for their years of love and devotion. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 21, 2017, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. in the Old Monroe City Cemetery on Desiard Street. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Monroe Garden Study League, the River City Humane Society for Cats, or to a conservancy or animal rescue of your choice.
12/01/2017
Mary Ann Comeaux Higginbotham 1941-2017) LA
(February 11, 1941-November 30, 2017)
VATICAN - Funeral services will be held Monday, December 4, 2017 at a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Carencro for Mary Ann Higginbotham, age 76, the former Mary Ann Comeaux, who passed away Thursday, November 30, 2017 at her residence in Carencro. Interment will be in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery in Carencro. The Rev. Mark Ledoux, pastor of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, will officiate at the services. Mrs. Higginbotham was a native and lifelong resident of Vatican. She was a parishioner of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Carencro. Survivors include two sons, Shane Higginbotham and his wife, Rachel, of Carencro and Glen Higginbotham and his wife, Cindy, of Charleston, AR; two daughters, Sarah H. Richard and her husband, Junior, of Carencro and Kathy H. Menard and her husband, Karl, of Lavaca, AR; one son-in-law, Rapheal Faul of Rayne; eight grandchildren; and twelve great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Allen Higginbotham; one daughter, Annette H. Faul and an infant grandchild; her parents, Cesar Comeaux and the former Anna Forestier both natives of Vatican; one brother, Caroll Dugas; and one sister, Lorraine Babineaux. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Sunday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Monday. Pallbearers will be Ryan Richard, Dylan Richard, Chase Higginbotham, Chance Higginbotham, Joshua Royer and Chris Higginbotham. Melancon Funeral Home, Evangeline Memorial Gardens Chapel, 4117 N. University Ave., Carencro, (337) 896-3232, is in charge of arrangements.
12/02/2017
Frances Virginia Miles Higginbotham (1938-2017) LA
(April 18, 1938 - November 29, 2017) Oak Grove, Louisiana
OAK GROVE, LA - Funeral services for Frances Virginia Miles Higginbotham, age 79 of Oak Grove, Louisiana, will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Reverend Jimbo Herring and Brad Ellerbe will officiate. Interment will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be held from 2 to 8 PM on Friday, December 1, 2017 at Cox Funeral Home, 200 East Noble Street, Oak Grove, Louisiana. Mrs. Higginbotham passed away on November 29, 2017 at West Carroll Memorial Hospital in Oak Grove, Louisiana. She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Higginbotham; father, Henry Franklin Miles; mother, Letha Ophilia Cupples Miles; and grandson, Thomas Jason Lingo. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and Shoji Tabuchi of Branson, Missouri; son and daughter-in-law, Nathan and Kim Bailey of Oak Grove, Louisiana; daughter, Melissa Higginbotham of Oak Grove; granddaughter, Christina Lingo-Tabuchi of Branson; granddaughter, Summer Bailey of Oak Grove; grandson, Shawn Bailey of Oak Grove; grandson, Scott Bridges of Oak Grove; great grandchild, Jorja June Bailey of St. George, Utah; great grandchild, Yukie Bailey-Jae Eaton of Branson; sister and brother-in-law, Syble and James Melton of Tallulah, Louisiana. Pallbearers are: Gabe Stutts, Sam Whitaker, Michael Jordan, David Jordan, Bide Brown, and B. A. Brown.
12/08/2017
Charles Wayne Higginbotham (2012-2017) TX/LA
November 4, 2012-December 6, 2017
Mittie, Louisiana. Charles was born on November 4, 2012 and passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. Charles was a resident of Mittie, Louisiana at the time of passing. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Charles was born November 4, 2012, in Dallas, to Jim Higginbotham and Kandy Lynn Windham Nichols.