Payment Center Subscribe to Obituaries (229) 242-5544. Downing was president emeritus at Interlochen Center for the Arts and a leader of the Traverse Symphony Orchestra. We always appreciated Jim and his helpful/supportive attitude. CANTON Rose Marie Hightower, 69, passed away on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. I met Jim when he joined Long Beach Outreach, representing First Presbyterian in Long Beach. 2023 www.freep.com. Flowers are delivered by the preferred local florist of Alfonso Dawson Mortuary, Inc. | Atlanta, GA. Jim was born in Alamogordo, New Mexico to Leroy and Cecilia Hightower. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. Care. Livestream services can be seen on our website at http://www.centralstmatthewucc.com/home/livestream-worship/ Facebook Live at facebook.com/CSMUCC our YouTube Channel at News Central St Matthew UCC. Click a candle below to add a candle to your message. EDWARD BERNARD HIGHTOWER, SR. Transitioned to be with the Lord on February 7, 2015 surrounded by family. . His contributions to the group were knowledgeable and caring. Above all, I remember that he is a special child of God and my uncle, and that kind of love does not submit to the bounds of time or death. He cherished his time with Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) and time spent He served as president of the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association, and bands performed for state, regional and national conventions. 9113 Kiln Delisle Road, Pass Christian, MS. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. He is survived by : his mother Emma Harper . Ed was a great guy, I know these last few years have been difficult, knowing how he reacted to things since I too have Parkinsons !! He worked in construction for Knight Masonry. He participated in ROTC programming in college and went on to serve eight years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a captain, U.S. Field Artillery. Wishing you comfort and peace at this time. Hightower's church home, Bible Believers Baptist Church, 3675 M.L.King Jr. Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. medical degree from the University of Tennessee. He is loved, and will be truly missed in this world. Visitation will be Saturday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. He was a wonderful man and counselor. Our deepest condolences go out to Jim's family. Mr. Hightower was preceded in death by his father, James Hightower, Sr. of Stockton, CA; and his mother, Betty Wade Hightower of New Orleans, LA. New Port Richey, FL Forever in our grateful hearts Jim was an example of the teachings of our Father. He was sixty-five years of age. A humble man with a servant's heart. With Downing at the helm, the thundering response was always 'Yes!' Are you ready?' Known to be a great motivator, Downing spent his 46-year music education career teaching in Flint, Belleville and Ann Arbor public schools, followed by a tenure at the University of Michigan. Hoppy, Debbie and Henry, Downing was president emeritus at Interlochen Center for the Arts and a . Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. He was always a breath of fresh air for me. Ed Hightower. - In lieu of flowers, please donate to the James Hightower Memorial fund at Hancock Bank. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He was such a wonderful person. Visitation will be held at Reimann Family Funeral Home, 9113 Kiln Delisle Road, Pass Christian, Mississippi from 4 to 6 pm on Friday, September 10, 2021. Hospice Care (www.bgcarenav.org), Calvary Baptist Church or your charity of Surrounded by family, Jim passed away on March 20, 2022. Celebration of life for Mr. James E. Hightower Jr. will be held at his Father Rev. Funeral arrangement under the care ofSouthern Memorial Funeral Home. 34652, Michels & Lundquist Funeral Home | Accessibility Statement | Developed by i4Web. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Tribute Archive Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Theyre packing their trunks and getting in their cars, and getting on planes. Madlyn Joyce Peace Hightower died Saturday evening October 27, 2018 at her home in Valdosta. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Wednesday 24th of February 2021. PLEASANT - Lucille (Lucy) Wohltmann Hightower of Mount Pleasant, SC, entered the church triumphant surrounded by her family on February 25, 2023. Born May 22, 1929, she was 93 years old. Blogs; Online will; Shop. Hang in there girlfriend ! The lives he touched most personally were those of his loving family, all of whom will forever hold him dear. He served our nation honorably in the U.S. Would you like to offer Ed Hightowers loved ones a condolence message? Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. meetings with Jim. I have fond memories of his ministry at St. Charles Avenue Baptist in New Orleans during the 1970's. He and my sister, Janice, made a wonderful couple and enjoyed a wonderful life together, He will be sadly missed by me, Bill, Jr. Michelle and Maria and her family' Many good memories along with good memories of many trips with Ed and Janice and Bill and I, especially the trip to Europe and Greek Islands, We lost another good man ! Interment, Pine Mountain Cemetery. Dreffer and grandchildren, Caroline, Henry, and Rachel Kelsey, Crawford, Ben, Hospice Care (www.bgcarenav.org), Calvary Baptist Church or your charity of Ronald Ed Hightower RONALD HIGHTOWER OBITUARY HIGHTOWER Ronald Ed Hightower, age 63, of Kuna, Idaho, died Tuesday, March 10, 2009. Born on June 14, 1945 in Houston, Texas. He was a wonderful person that touched so many. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Johnny Ed Nelson (Eufaula, Alabama), who passed away at the age of 51, on February 23, 2023. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Jim and Leigh, Janice, I am so sorry !! I know he will be missed by many. He was 87. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Thankful for your kindness and friendship that I cherish. Jim was our pastor at Little Farms UCC in River Ridge in the late 90's. We have so many good memories of Jim from when we stayed at LFUCC during Katrina recovery days. He was the devoted husband of Janice Mayernick Hightower for 57 years. Interment, Pine Mountain Cemetery . We are grateful for his many kindnesses over the years. Edward is survived by his family and friends. Funeral arrangement under the care ofChapel Hill Mortuary Inc. August 4, 1955 . Service. away peacefully at his home in Lexington, KY on February 24, 2021, following a Lexington, Kentucky - Dr. Edward Crawford Hightower, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Lexington, KY on February 24, 2021, following a long battle with Parkinsonian-plus syndromes. Lexington Cemetery. Dr. Edward Crawford Hightower, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Lexington, KY on February 24, 2021, following a long battle with Parkinson-plus syndromes (PPS). Edward, 65 of Port Richey is survived by his daughter Mandy Roberson, Granddaughter Ariane Garcia, Great Grandbabies, Penelope and Adrian Garcia. Edward is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Grimes Hightower; his children, Edward Bernard Hi TN. He will be missed. A celebration of life honoring Downing is planned for the summer, Interlochen Center for the Arts officials said. Contact her at bhightower@freepress.com. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. (84 years old). He attended Beckville schools and later worked in construction until his retirement. March 6, 2021 He was born on October 26, 1928, in Lowndes County on land purchased in 1827 by his ancestor Henry H. Hightower. More importantly, he was a true and unconditional friend. Assoc. captured the full life of love and family that Ed lived and shared. Know that were thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. We are so sorry for your loss and extend our condolences and sympathy to you and your family. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. View Carroll Edward "Ed" Hightower's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more. Arlington, VA base. Please observe CDC guidelines of 6 foot social distancing and wearing of face coverings. Edwardsville Mayor Hal Patton called Hightower "an inspiration.". He devoted his. Funeral service to be held Saturday, September 18 at 11 am, Central St. Matthew UCC, 1333 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118. Upgrade now. children Debbie (Henry) Kelsey, Eddie (Courtney) Hightower and Diane (Tim) "Ed treats everyone equally," Patton said. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8 p.m., Chapel Hill Mortuary, Kirkwood. In 1974, Downing was recognized by his peers as Music Teacher of the Year in the state of Michigan. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. I was impressed with his ability to pray "off the cuff" and motivate people to action with his words. I, along with others, have a hole in my heart. 0. He and his wife, Joyce, moved to Traverse City permanently in 1978 when he became director of the National Music Camp and conductor of the Interlochen Arts Academy Band. As a member of the church council, I had the opportunity to work closely with Jim and attend NO Assoc. Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 7 to Sep. 10, 2021. WILLIAM HIGHTOWER OBITUARY William "Bill" Edward Hightower, Sr., of Colorado Springs, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at his home at 8:04 p.m. surrounded by his wife, daughters and. There is no photo or video of Johnny Ed Nelson.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Downing, a distinguished arts educator, leader and booster of Michigan arts communities, died Feb. 10. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. We are very saddened by Dr. Hightower's passing. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Edward, 65 of Port Richey is survived by his daughter Mandy Roberson, Granddaughter Ariane Garcia, Great Grandbabies, Penelope and Adrian Garcia. For Customer Service please call: 1-888-610-8262. He was a passionate, compassionate man of deep faith who will be sorely missed by his family, friends and associates. choice. Garrett Funerals and cremations is caring for the family. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. and attended Lincoln Memorial University (Harrogate, TN) before earning his Funeral arrangement under the care ofSummers & Son Funeral Home. God Bless his family. He devoted his life to helping others as well as to spreading God's love to all those whose lives he touched. ED HIGHTOWER OBITUARY Delta resident, Ed Hightower, passed away peacefully at his home next to his loving family on Sunday, December 21, 2008. For many years, Mrs. Hightower was a loan officer of C&S. Burial with military honors will follow at Write your message of sympathy today. and Elizabeth Hightower, Madeline, Max, and Mitch Dreffer and his sister Janet Mr. Ed Hightower, 93, of Valdosta, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at his home. He loved hunting and fishing and was devoted to his family, especially his grandchildren. Kristin Leigh Hightower, age 40 of Jasper, Georgia passed away Friday, July 30, 2021. Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Hightowers family. 206 Holly St. Jasper, GA 30143. To leave a condolence message, add photos, or add videos, please login with your name and email. After retiring, short grocery store conversations made my day. Jim was a wonderful minister and servant of God. Brendel Hightower is an assistant editorat the Detroit Free Press. We were as close as two friends could be. traveling to Israel and the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove. I am deeply saddened at the news of James' passing! A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 4th 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Baker Hill School (AL-131, Bakerhill, AL). A native of Fort Valley, Georgia, Jim attended Shorter University and later earned his EdD from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Michels & Lundquist Published by Tampa Bay Times. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. garrettfuneralsandcremations.com. Ed was a fervent champion for music and arts education, and he shaped the course of Interlochen Center for the Arts, said Trey Devey, president of Interlochen Center for the Arts. He is missed. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Edward Hightower age 81 of Lester, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2011 at his residence. May he rest in peace. Prayers and loving thoughts go out to you and your sweet family. Milward-Man O War: Visitation 12pm-2pm, Funeral at 2pm. Some memories are silly ,like the smell of pipe tobacco when I was young; some are serious, including my deep admiration for his intellectual prowess and passion; others are sad. February 23, 2023 Ways to honor James Hightower's life and legacy. He was 71. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with Whether the issues were religion, church business and/or politics, Jim always had a special perspective that made you think and react with respect for self and others. Share Memories & Support the Family. We wish we were able to attend the services, but are presently living in California and cannot. He is a Logan County native born August 4, 1955 to James Hightower and Emma Harper Hightower. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Subscribe to this Obituary. Nov. 3, 2021 Comments 3 EDWARDSVILLE When Dr. Ed Hightower was a referee for the Big Ten Conference, he had to reprimand Michigan's Jalen Rose during a game. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. March 29, 1971 - (706) 253-7500. Downing is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joyce; daughter Jamie; son David, and seven grandchildren and three great-grandsons. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Write your message of sympathy today. James Edward Hightower was born on Oct. 19, 1946, in Carthage to the late Omer Edward and Fannie Belle Brevard Hightower. Our thoughts and prayers are with all Jims family and dear friends during this time. Alfonso Dawson Mortuary, Inc. | Atlanta, GA. Offer words of sympathy and comfort, share a memory or light a candle. Jim's obituary. Edward J. Obituary For James Edward Hightower Jr. Celebration of life for Mr. James E. Hightower Jr. will be held at his Father Rev. (706) 253-0040. www.roperfuneralhome.com. All rights reserved. EDWARD HIGHTOWER OBITUARY HIGHTOWER, Edward 65, of Port Richey, died September 3, 2022. Find the obituary of Ed Hightower (1934 - 2018) from Kirkwood, MO. Edward Hightower July 12, 1957 - September 3, 2022 . Jim was preceded in death by his Father James Hightower Sr. (Bettie) of Stockton, California, and his mother Betty Wade Hightower of New Orleans, Louisiana. 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