Name: Viewing for Bobby Lee Highsmith
Start: 2024-01-26T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-01-26T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Curvin K. Council Funeral Home

Bobby Lee Highsmith
Bobby Lee Highsmith was born, September 2, 1948, in New Haven, Connecticut to Willie and Ernestine Highsmith. He grew up in East Haven, Connecticut. After graduating high school, Bobby enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 to honorably service his Country. After training at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, Bobby was shipped off to Vietnam. During this time, Bobby earned, and was awarded with various Ribbons, Citations and Awards. Bobby was Honorably discharged in 1969 and returned home. What once was referred to by terms such as "shell shock," the full impact of this diagnosis has become much clearer in the decades following the Vietnam war and is now said to be PTSD. Bobby lived at home for years following his discharge, but because of the severity of his diagnosis, Bobby was moved to the Veterans Administration in West Haven, CT, where he would call home for the next 20 years. Bobby passed away on January 16, 2024, in the VA Hospital, in West Haven. He leaves behind his brother Willie (Linda) Highsmith, Jr., brother Donnell (Carlis) Highsmith, sister Linda Highsmith; sister Carol Highsmith; sister Barbara Lumpkin and brother David (Gretchen) Highsmith. He also leaves behind nieces and nephews, Zulema Highsmith, Nicholl Montgomery, Tamara (Museveni) Akanno, Jason (Gia) Lumpkin, Justin Montgomery, Alexandria Highsmith, Bethanie Highsmith, Marquies Highsmith and Maurice Highsmith and many VA family and friends. He was predeceased by this father, Willie James Highsmith, Sr. (2004), mother, Ernestine Highsmith (2022) and brother John Highsmith (2021).
A celebration of Bobby's life and legacy will be held Friday, January 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. Viewing well be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 769 Ella T. Grasso Blvd., New Haven. An online register book is available at curvinkcouncil.com

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Published by The New Haven Register on Jan. 22, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
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23 Entries

Phil Scarpellino

December 18, 2024

RIP Bobby, you are truly missed by all members of the 142d Med Co
You were a lot of fun to be around

Robert Warner

January 26, 2024

Semper Fidelis Marine. You are now with your brothers guarding Heaven's Gate. Eternal Rest Grant unto him, O Lord, and let Your Perpetual Light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

Grace Esposito

January 25, 2024

Bobbie brought light into this world, he was a true artist , the best chess player I have ever played before, years ago, he spent time teaching me, Bobbie was a devoted man of faith, Bobbie loved everyone, Everyone loved Bobbie, Bobbie was my friend. My condolences ,Grace Esposito

michelle mancuso

January 25, 2024

I would like to thank Mr. Bobby Lee Highsmith for his service to our country. I would also like to express my condolences to his family and friends. I did not know Mr. Highsmith personally but I am grateful to him for all he has done. RIP Sir.
Sincerely, Michelle Mancuso, Hamden, Ct.

John and Lynn Barker

January 23, 2024

Dear Willie and Linda, so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. We send our condolences to you and your family.

Love John and Lynn.

CT Resident

January 23, 2024

Thank you for your service, Mr. Highsmith. May you Rest in Peace.

Walt Sheldon

January 23, 2024

I don´t personally know this man, but he served his country and constituents with honor dignity. The true measure of a man. May He Rest In Peace and thank you for your service.

Janis Ardito

January 23, 2024

RIP Bobby. Always fond memories of what a respectful gentleman you were, as a neighbor and friend. Your service to our country was something that should not go unnoticed. May you RIP and join your family members who have gone before you.

My deepest sympathy to your family.

Leonard L Gallo

January 23, 2024

Sermper ,Fi Brother. RIP

Fred DePino

January 22, 2024

Please accept my condolences at this great loss, I didn´t know Bobby but read his story, and was so saddened that he suffered so much after the war, my heart is broken for your family, may Gods Holy Spirit comfort you all.

Aggie (CLC)

January 22, 2024

I will remember Bobby's smile, and our many conversations. Bobby was always the first person I would see when coming into work and the last person I would see leaving. He will be dearly missed. My condolences to his family, may his memory be a blessing.

Gayle King Warhola

January 22, 2024

Barbara and Carol,

So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. May he rest in peace.

Nancy Gazaille

January 22, 2024

Rest in Peace Bobby. I volunteered on the floor he resided on years ago and he never forgot me or my name. A gentleman, always with a smile on his face and a big hello.

Phil Perri

January 22, 2024

Semper Fi......brother Marine!
Rest in peace guarding heavens gate!

Alice and Jim Wickam

January 22, 2024

Willie and Linda, So sorry for the loss of your brother Bobby. We send our heartfelt condolences to all the family. Fondly, Alice and Jim Wickam

Marion Torre

January 22, 2024

Hi Willie so sorry for loss of your brother Bobby sending condolences and prayers. Your old neighbors from Glenmoor Dr. Marion Tommy and Marty Nuterangelo

Frances Bernardo

January 22, 2024

My sincere condolences to the Highsmith family, I knew Bobby and Willie from East Haven High School. always laughing and fooling around with every one. Very well liked by all, I remember Willie being a great dancer. Bobby was more shy, Both were always gentlemen. May you rest in heavenly peace, Gods speed to heaven. Fran B.

Ruth Morgan

January 22, 2024

We have so many wonderful memories with Bobby.I played a lot of bingo with Bobby.He loved playing it.I use to help him shop for his family at our annual Christmas Shop We will miss seeing him on T3 .God Bless you Bobby

Kyla Petit

January 22, 2024

Bobby was a gentle man and always remembered a person's name. Serving with Bobby in 142 Medical Co was an honor and I wish you peace and blessings for going home.

Diane Grenier

January 21, 2024

Bobby was such a sweet soul. His love of music was contagious and what a beautiful voice! He and I would look at photos every morning. I miss sharing with him. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace. Here´s the last photo my fine friend!

Janet

January 21, 2024

My fondest memory, Bobby and I would sing Stand By Me often as he sat in his chair on the CLC and I at my desk across from him. He will never be forgotten. I got to be part of his life for 9 1/2 yrs am truly blessed that I got to share in his life
Janet

Philip

January 21, 2024

RIP Bobby, was a pleasure to serve with you in the 142d Medical Co,
CTARNG. SFC Phil Scarpellino

Bobby Avino

January 21, 2024

I served in the Connecticut Army National Guard, 142D Medical Company with Bobby in the 197Os. He was a great guy and I wish I had know more about PTSD and that Bobby suffered from it then. After not seeing him for maybe 17 years I visited him at the West Haven VA hospital and he immediately recognized me. I have visited him there over the succeeding years but not often enough. I will miss him.

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