Kyle Scott Hightower

Kyle Scott Hightower, age 25, of Locust Grove, Georgia, passed away on February 16, 2018. Kyle was born in East Point, Georgia on August 31, 1992 to Sheryl and Alan Hightower.  He grew up in Locust Grove where he attended Luella High School.  He went on to work as an electrician with the IBEW as his father and grandfather before him.  Kyle enjoyed music, nature and all sports.  He participated in youth baseball, earned a first-degree black belt in martial arts at the age of 12 and became a decorated, medal-winning high school wrestler in county championship tournaments.  Kyle loved being outdoors, camping, boating, hiking and especially fishing. He also loved all types of animals, wild and domestic, from family pets to his favorite wild animal, the wolf.  Kyle’s strong spirit shone through his beautiful smile, quick wit and warm charm that could fill any room he entered.  He was always family oriented and supported anyone who needed him in any way.  Kyle was a free spirit who was very caring and incredibly loving to family and friends.  He especially loved being a father to his beloved five-year old son, Rylan, whom he showered with love, affection and companionship.

Kyle is survived by his son, Rylan Fate Hightower, Rylan’s sisters, Jayden and Alyssa Williamson, his parents Sheryl and Mark Dillingham, father Alan Hightower, brothers Cory and Colton Dillingham, grandmother Joyce Hightower, grandfather Tom Moffat, aunt Yonie Roose, uncle Craig Hightower, Rylan’s mother Lacy Williamson and many dear extended family members.  Kyle was preceded in death by his grandfather Claude Hightower, grandmother Barbara Moffat and his uncle Scott Hightower.

“None of us were born perfect, and we never will be. I am a work in progress, working every day to become the best version of myself that I can be. It's all about helping each other,… Tear no one down to build yourself up,… I'll pray for you before I pray for me.”

“Let go and let God.”