Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Nov 8, 1940 – Aug 14, 2025
Our beloved mother, Beverly Aynn Cottar Higdon, age 84 of Murfreesboro, TN died peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 14, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was a native of Rutherford County, TN and was a daughter of the late John Barbee Cottar and Ethel Mai Odom Cottar. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew Jordan.
Survivors include daughters, Cynthia Higdon Ferguson and Teresa Aynn Higdon Jordan; and a sister, Faye Lamb and husband Earl, all of Murfreesboro; nephews, Bryan Lamb, Eric Lamb and wife Lisa; her faithful canine companion Ladye; and a host of other loving family and friends.
Mrs. Higdon was a 1959 graduate of Murfreesboro Central High School and served as the First Baptist Church Secretary for over 30 years. Always on the go, she loved singing in the church choir, line dancing, and she was an avid walker. She was a woman of strong faith, who loved life, and was loved by all.
A graveside service will be held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens at 10:00am Saturday, August 23, 2025, with Pam Pilote officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Woodfin Funeral Chapels, and an online guestbook is available for the Higdon family at www.woodfinchapel.com.
Read MoreIn loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. One of the best friends I ever had!
Barbara Cunninghamn
August 23, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Beverly always had a smile on her face. She was a wonderful Christian lady who liked to have fun and a good laugh. Praying for all of you!
Dotty Adams
August 22, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Your mom will be missed. Truly a lovely woman always a smile on her face. Praying for your family at this sad time.
Kathy Green
August 22, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Acquaintance
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ginger Primm Brooks
August 22, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Remembered By
Joyce Helton
August 21, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
I always liked and admired Beverly, and I'm sure you will miss her terribly. I hope that happy memories will bring you comfort.
Hal Fisher
August 21, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN
Ms. Beverly was the nicest and sweetest little lady and would do anything for you. I was good friends with her late grandson Matthew, and she treated me like I was her own family. I am so sad to see this and am praying for her family.
With love, Ben Dillon.
Ben Dillon
August 20, 2025 | Christiana, TN | Friend
Ms. Beverly was such a dear friend to both Johnny and me. Actually she was more than a friend. Ms. Beverly was a family member to both of us! So supportive and always there when we needed her. Enjoyed our visits tremendously. We love you!
John and Cheryl Brewer
August 20, 2025 | Murfreesboro, TN | Family
Beverly was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. No matter the problem she always smiled through it. Great cousin and friend. God took another angel home. Prayers for Cynthia and Teresa. Love, Larry and Nancy McDonald
August 20, 2025
