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1942 - 2017

BORN

1942

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Berry Funeral Home & Crematory

1265 Washington Hwy

Elberton, Georgia

Rodney Higginbotham Obituary

Mr. Glenn Rodney Higginbotham, age 75, of Athens, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2017, surrounded by his family. A native of Elberton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Carl Talmadge Higginbotham and Doris Freeman Higginbotham. Mr. Higginbotham retired from BellSouth in 2002. In retirement he enjoyed golf, working outdoors, and spending time with his family, especially his three grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Patsy Welborn Higginbotham of Athens; son, Eric and Brittany Higginbotham of Watkinsville; daughter, Audra and Jim Edwards of Braselton; sister, Ann and Don Looney of Elberton; brother, Carl and Pam Higginbotham of Doraville; grandchildren: Trevor Higginbotham, Lindsey Higginbotham, and Mason Edwards; and his beloved dog, Gizmo. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at 2:00 PM in the Memorial Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 1 Berry Lane, Elberton, GA 30635. Private entombment will be in Elmhurst Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will directly precede the service at 1:00 PM. The family is at the home of Don and Ann Looney, 1800 Chip Shot Lane, Elberton, GA 30635. Those wishing to honor Mr. Higginbotham may send flowers or donate in his memory to either the Athens Area Emergency Food Bank, the American Red Cross, or Calvary Presbyterian Church, Elberton, GA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.berryfh.com. Berry Funeral Home & Crematory of Elberton is respectfully in charge of arrangements for Mr. Glenn Rodney Higginbotham.

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on Apr. 23, 2017.

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7 Entries

Ken Andrews

April 25, 2017

I worked with Rodney at Bellsouth and found him to be one of the very nicest guys I have ever met. It didn't take long to learn just how much his family meant to him. He was such a pleasure to be around. Rodney will be greatly missed by his family and friends that knew and loved him. I pray that all will find comfort in knowing that he was both loved and respected by so many.

Barbara Sims Bradford

April 24, 2017

I am proud to say that, as a union rep in the Athens, GA area, Rodney did his very best to be a fair and reasonable supervisor. A really good man and a tribute to customer service in the Old Bell Family. My thoughts and prayers for his family.

Jonnie Joset

April 24, 2017

Jonnie Josey
Columbus, Ga

April 24, 2017

I feel blessed to have known Rodney. He loved his family more than life itself. He was honest and very loyal to everyone. I will miss my long conversations with him about our kids, grands, dawgs and electronics. RIP my friend!
Robert Thomas

David Smith

April 23, 2017

So glad we were able to visit with Rodney on Wednesday afternoon before he was discharged from the Hospital. He was one of the finest men and close friend for over thirty years. We will surely miss him.

Dennis Gunter

April 23, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss of Rodney. He was a longtime friend.

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