In memory of

Jim "Jimmy Don" Higby

Eudora, KS, USA

June 30, 1934 - March 4, 2017

Jun 30, 1934 - Mar 4, 2017

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In memory of

Jim "Jimmy Don" Higby

Passed

March 4, 2017
Born

June 30, 1934
Resided

Eudora, KS, USA

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Jimmy Don Higby, of Eudora, Kansas, passed away of an intracranial hemorrhage. Per his wishes, cremation rites were provided by DW Newcomer and Sons in Kansas City, MO. A private graveside memorial was held at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Iola, KS.

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Jimmy Don Higby, of Eudora, Kansas, was born in Pittsburg, KS, the son of Leonard William “Alfred Murphy” Higby and Ruby Marguerite McKinney. He married Grace Elizabeth Klimek, Linda Large, Georgia June King, Connie Prince, Betty Helen Daley, Carolyn M., and Frances Kay Pence. He was preceded in death by his half-sisters Joyce Ilene Seal “Higby,” Annette Marie “Murphy” (Blood), and both parents.

Mr. Higby served in the US Air Force in the 1950s and …

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Mr. Higby requested a small service with immediate family only, but we appreciate everyone's love and support. Special thanks to Jonnie Barr (Jim's step-daughter) and her family, who cared for him during his final days. We encourage you to share your memories on this memorial page.

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