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Harold Higbie Obituary

HAROLD HIGBIE

RALSON — Harold Higbie, age 80 of Clearwater, Florida formerly of Harrod Ohio passed away on May 29th in Clearwater Florida after an extended illness.

Harold was born November 29th, 1934 in Ralson Ohio to Hazel (Swick) Higbie and James Harold Higbie who proceeded him in death. Harold married Shirley (Bell) Higbie on 7-3-1954 and she survives.

He is survived by 3 children: Joyce Vanschoyck of Clearwater Florida, Gary (Kris Andrews) Higbie of Lima, and Michael Higbie of Harrod.

He is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Jeremy (Elizabeth) Higbie, Justin Higbie, Jennifer (Kristopher) Higbie-Slygh, Jesse Higbie, Michelle Vanschoyck Carroll, Holly Phillips, Jennifer (Sean) Darlington, Jason Vanschoyck, Tessa Higbie & Terra Higbie, 23 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren, 2 brothers Jack (Barbara) Higbie of Ocala, Florida Max (Gloria) Higbie of Elida and many nieces, nephews, brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws.

He was preceded in death by 3 brothers: James (Dena) Higbie, Donald (Sarah) Higbie, Marvin (Barb) Higbie and 2 sisters Velma (Merle) Gould and Gladys Higbie.

There will be no visitation or services per his request.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Lima News from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2, 2015.

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June 3, 2015

Such a sweet and kind man! Harold was always there to help anyone and willing to do so much at our park. Rest in Peace Harold. Hugs to you Shirley and your family!

Steve and Linda R

June 2, 2015

He was and still is a Great man. Glad you have many friends to help you Shirley. I have meet your children and I know they are a blessing to you. He is greatly missed for who he was and for all he did at the park. Miss you Harold...

CHARLIE BILLINGS

June 2, 2015

DEAR SHIRLEY ,& FAMILY, SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. BLESSINGS FROM . CHARLIE & BECKY BILLINGS

Debbie and Charlie Sherard

June 2, 2015

Charlie and I are thinking of Shirl and the family . Harold was a very good man Charlie's family were neighbors for years and I never heard a bad word against him . Rest in peace Harold you will be missed by everyone

June 2, 2015

Thanks for the memories our friend. Gonna miss you lots. May you find lots of action at the end of your fishpole. Shirley and family--you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all. JoAnn & Jerry ♥♥

June 2, 2015

Thanks for the Memories. We will always cherish them and our friendship. Here's hoping for lots of action at the end of that pole. Shirley and family--you are in our thoughts and prayers..Hugs to all

Carol Miolen

June 2, 2015

So Sorry for your loss, will keep all of you in my prayers

June 2, 2015

SO SORRY!
MILES AND BETTY HEFNER

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