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Gary Highfill Obituary
Gary Stuart Highfill, age 49 of Murfreesboro, died March 1, 2011.
He was a native of Nashville and was preceded in death by his father, Clyde Highfill; mother, Virginia Chapel Highfill; brothers, Phillip and Steve Highfill.
Mr. Highfill was a 26 year veteran and captain with the Metro-Davidson Nashville Fire Department, and a retired 1st Sergeant with the Air National Guard, serving numerous tours with the 118th AES.
He is survived by his wife, Anna Highfill; daughters, Claire Highfill and Cailsey Anthony; sister, Holly Highfill Garner and husband Paul of Murfreesboro; brother, Mike Highfill and wife Tami of Murfreesboro; step-mother, Jean Highfill of Hermitage; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ray and Joyce Wilburn of Beechgrove; sister-in-law, Tina McGill and husband Michael of Murfreesboro; and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, with full Military Rites and honors from the Metro-Davidson Nashville Firefighters.
Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, at Woodfin Memorial Chapel, (615) 893-5151; www.woodfinchapel.com
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Linda Tuck Shiraishi
March 20, 2011
I'm so sad to hear about Gary's passing. I knew him years ago in the ANG. God bless you all.
Lynda Bullard
March 6, 2011
Anna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Lisa Bullard Owens let me know. I sent her the obituary. God bless you and your family.
Sharon Winter
March 6, 2011
Many memories from times past. He was quite special.
James Francis
March 6, 2011
To the Highfill family, or family is sorry for your lose. Gary, Mike, and Steve were all lifelong friends. An awesome family! Words cannot express the sadness I feel for the Highfill family. I had no idea Gary had passed away. I pray that God will bless Gary's family in this time of lose. James and Kim Francis (London, KY)
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MICHAEL CROSS
March 4, 2011
GARY WAS A GREAT CLASSMATE AT ANTIOCH HIGH. I GREAT FRIEND WHO DEDICATED HIS LIFE IN HELPING OTHERS. I HOPE YOU HAVE FOUND PEACE NOW GARY. MICHAEL R. CROSS
Teresa Hall-Bures
March 4, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Terri Kilgour
March 4, 2011
Anna,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and your family during this hard time. I will keep you in my prayers.
March 4, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. May God Bless you and your family.
Willie and Julie Vaughn
Nashville, Tennessee
Carl Fortner
March 4, 2011
I remember Gary from Antioch High. He was a real good guy then and I am sure he has been a really great man through the years. I am fortunate to have known him even for the short time I did. I am sorry to hear of his passing. May GOD Bless his family and friends left to carry on without him. My prayers are with you all.
Gina Miller
March 4, 2011
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing.
Mary Stinson
March 4, 2011
My prayers are with you and your family, may God's peace be with you.
Charles Jordan
March 3, 2011
May the peace of Christ be with the family of Gary.(co-worker from station 27).
Ronnie & Melanie Williams
March 3, 2011
We are so sadden to hear of Gary's passing. We went to Antioch with Gary and were good friends there. We reconnected on Facebook and loved catching up with him. What a great person he was! You are in our thoughts & prayers!
John & JoAnn Ritter
March 3, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Windy Stroop
March 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy and all my prayers. Windy Stroop
Christine Krogstad
March 3, 2011
The world will be much less bright without you. Rest in peace, Gary.
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