Michael Highfill

MICHAEL GUY HIGHFILL, 50 ROCKFORD - Michael Guy Highfill, 50, of Rockford died at 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2011, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born Aug. 17, 1960, in Rockford, son of Lowell and Janice Highfill. He attended Rockford schools, where he met his wife of 30 years, Sue, at Auburn High School. They were united in marriage Aug. 2, 1980. Mike loved spending time with his family and had a circle of close friends. He was employed by DHL as a delivery manager, and worked beside his wife. Mike loved his animals, enjoyed being outside, and taking long walks, watching birds and squirrels. He was a car buff who enjoyed spending time at car shows and at cruises with his Mustangs. Survived by wife, Sue; children, Fawna and Joshua Highfill; grandson, Brevin Highfill; all of Rockford; siblings, Christine "Autumn" (Doug) Fell of Rockford, Kathie (Tom) Race of Cummings, Ga., Julie (Ron) Falconer and Lorene "Lolly" Heisler, both of Rockford and Dawn (Frank) McWilliams of Pecatonica; special brother, James (Lori Enerson) Barton of Nekoosa, Wis.; mother-in-law, Mary Nelson of Rockford; brothers-in-law, Robin (Angela) of Rockford and Alan (Linda) Nelson of Belvidere; sister-in-law, Gail (Dan) Zeller of Rockford; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; special friend, Robert Thompson of Rockford; as well as many very special friends from the Rock Valley Mustang Club. Predeceased by his parents; grandparents; and brother, James Matthew Highfill. Memorial cruise in celebration of Mike's life at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Doc's Upholstery, 6544 Joan Drive, Belvidere. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to his family. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. To share a memory or condolence, please visit gracefh.com.