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for Michael Higginbotham
Carol Anderson-McKinney
July 26, 2010
Mike was one of my instructors when I went through the respiratory program at SWGTC in 1999. He challenged us be the best therapist we could be. He was fond of saying "a spider monkey can be trained to turn knobs". He imparted knowledge and at the same time reminded us that we were caring for someone's family member. My sincere sympathy to his children and family. Please know Mike touched many lives and he will be greatly missed.
Deslyn Thornhill
May 22, 2010
I was saddened to find out about this loss. Mr. Higginbotham was my Cardiopulmonary Scienc clinical instructor at Florida A&M University, Class of 2000. I learned a great deal from him and can still remember the smile he always greeted his students with. Thanks for sharing so much of your time with us.
Jane (Wilson) Stoner
May 13, 2010
Mike,
I am so proud that you went so far in life and was respected and loved by many. I fondly remember you at MDS. My prayers are with your family.
Amanda Roberts
May 12, 2010
I had Mr. Higginbotham as a teacher @ SWGTC, Respiratory Therapy Class of 1998, and he was a wonderful teacher and person. My prayers are with his family.
Kendra Chandler-Long
May 12, 2010
I have so many memories with "Higg". He was a very dedicated instructor to the Cardiopulmonary Science class of 2001! My heartfelt prayers go out to the family and friends of Mr. Higg. Thank you all for sharing him with us
Greg Smith
May 9, 2010
I grew up next door to Mike in the Bloomfield section of Macon. As kids, we were always playing baseball,
fishing, catching snakes or building forts in the the woods. He was a good person and a good friend. My thoughts and prayers got out to Matt, Patty, Mary, Martha and of course Mike's children.
"Big" Greg
Jay Avant
May 8, 2010
Sorry to hear about Mike. Grew up with him and Matt in Macon. Will always remember camping out in the Flats in Bloomfield. My condolences Matt, I know how you feel. Lost my brother, Scott, 5 years ago.
Mitch Reanier
May 8, 2010
Mike,
You will be missed. You helped when and where ever you could. Thank You,God, for letting our paths cross.
Lord, help Mike's family through their troubled times.
Mitch
Deacon Mark and Lee Anne Schneider
May 8, 2010
May the unsurpasssable peace of God be with Michael's family. Mike's parish family at Good Shepherd is saddened to hear the news of His death. We were blessed to share in his life here on earth and we find comfort and peace knowing Mike's strong faith life will lead him to his eternal reward. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Keelie Robinson
May 7, 2010
My Prayers go out to his family... Mr Higg, as we called him at FAMU, was the greatest and coolest Respiratory Professor we had. You will truly be missed Mr. Higg!!
Shannon Howard-Tharpe
May 7, 2010
Martha and your wonderful family... I was so saddened to hear about Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shelly & Lou DiPaolo
May 7, 2010
Mike is an awesome person to meet. He was always full of life and the Holy Spirit. To Kate and Jacob, you have an awesome father. While the physical Michael we know and love is no longer with us, take great comfort his spirit lives on.
Mary Simmons
May 7, 2010
Our Prayers are with the family of Mike. Mike was a great clinical instructor for the Respiratory students of Florida A&M University. Rest In Peace.
From the Faculty, Staff and Students of Florida A&M University.
Thomas Hall
May 6, 2010
Great guy, could not have met a more positive person. Good by Mike, Heaven was made for people like you .
Barbara Jones (SMG)
May 6, 2010
Katie, Jacob, Martha and the rest of the family,
You are all in my prayers and have been for quite some time. RIP Mike. You will be greatly missed.
Holly
May 6, 2010
My prayers go out to the family at this time. Mike was a wonderful person to work with, he always made me laugh.
May 6, 2010
I certainly enjoyed working with Mike at Thomas Technical Institute. Great guy.
Giles Toole
Dana Stewart
May 6, 2010
Mike was my instructor at SWGTC in Thomasville, GA. He had a way of teaching that got the message across. He was not only a great educator, but a wonderful friend. He inspired many to be who they are, including me. I am saddened to hear of his loss, but rejoyce to know that we will meet again someday!! Your family will be in my prayers!
Mount de Sales Alumni Association
May 6, 2010
On behalf of the Mount de Sales Alumni Association, we want to express our sympathy and to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Myia Harris
May 6, 2010
He was a very funny out going man, he will be truly missed.
Jim Lane
May 5, 2010
Matt, So sorry to hear about Mike. May the Lord carry your family through this difficult time. Jim Lane
Kathy Tigner
May 5, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike and I were in Respiratory School together. He was such a fun person to be around. I know he will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with his enitre family.
Christy Fowler
May 5, 2010
Mike was a truly gifted teacher. He will be miss by all.
Leslie DuBose
May 5, 2010
Patty,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
George and Leslie (Smith) DuBose
May 5, 2010
I worked with Mike at the techncial college in Thomasville, GA. I remember him for his professionalism and dedication to our students. I also remember him for his quick, dry wit. I am saddened at our loss of a bright, young man whose time on earth has been far too short. I was honored to have known him. My condolences to Mike's family.
Carol Jones
May 5, 2010
Patty I'm sorry for the passing of you Brother. We love you here in Macon.
FGGJ
Partin
May 5, 2010
My prayers are with this family, my sister passed away in 2003 with this dreadful disease.
Tammy Miller
May 5, 2010
Mike served as the Director of Clinical Education for the Respiratory Care Technology program at Southwest Georgia Technical College from 1994 to 2000. He was a gifted teacher, and the students looked forward to clinical rotations. His graduates often speak of his extraordinary teaching methods. He started a mentoring program for students on our campus while he completed his Master of Education degree. He was a wonderful man, an awesome father, and a great friend.
Glen & Marsha Stone
May 5, 2010
Martha,
You are in our prayers.
Glen & Marsha Stone
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