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Delbert Higginbotham Obituary

HIGGINBOTHAM Delbert Lee Higginbotham, age 75, of Columbus, OH, passed away July 7, 2006 at home with cancer and heart problems. Delbert was retired from General Motors, Columbus division with 31 years of service. Resident of Columbus, OH for 39 years. Born in Grimms Landing, WV, May 29, 1931, to Mamie and Allie Higginbotham. Preceded in death by parents, wife Donna, daughter Christine, son Dale, grandson Ryan, sister Gerlean, and brother Jim. Survived by daughter, Wilda (Chris) Morris of Grimms Landing, WV; sons, William Lee "Bill" (Brenda), and Chuck (Brenda) of Columbus, OH; nine grandsons; four step grandchildren; one great granddaughter; sister, Ilean White, Mason City, WV; brothers, Herman of Grove City, OH, and Boyd of Grimms Landing, WV; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Delbert will be sadly missed by all. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St, Monday 5-8 p.m. and then Tuesday 5-8 p.m. at Raynes Funeral Home Buffalo, WV, where service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. John Mead officiating. Interment Morning Sunrise Cemetery, Grimms Landing, WV.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2006.

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Debbie Barr

July 10, 2006

Brenda and Chuck and families I am so sorry for your loss.He is in a much better place now and no more pain and suffering. Love You Debbie

Mary K. Tucker

July 9, 2006

Delbert, I love you. I'm sorry that you are gone from here. I'll miss you, but I'll see you in heaven by and by. I love you.

Ilean White

July 9, 2006

Delbert,you are my brother that I LOVE and will miss very much but will see you some day where there will be no more pain and suffering, I will be here for the children if they need me. I thank the the lord for letting you stay with us. I love you Your SIS

vickie brock

July 9, 2006

I'm sorry to hear about Delbert passing my heart goes out to you kids please keep in touch

Dottie Besonen

July 9, 2006

To Sis and her entire family, My heart is heavy as I write this today. Delbert has been a part of my life for many years as was Donna Jean and Dale. I miss them and loved them all. I'm sure they are together now having a Great reunion. May GOD comfort you all in your loss.

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