James Fenton "Jim" Higbee III

James Fenton "Jim" Higbee III obituary

James Fenton "Jim" Higbee III

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Sep

19

Memorial Gathering

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Watervliet Free Methodist Church

7734 Paw Paw Ave., Watervliet, MI 49098

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Sep

19

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Watervliet Free Methodist Church

7734 Paw Paw Ave., Watervliet, MI 49098

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James Higbee Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 13, 2025.
James "Jim" Fenton III, aged 85, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of September 9, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in 1940 in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Kenneth and Hattie Higbee, Jim spent his entire life tending the family farm and building a beloved you-pick peach business.

He is survived by his eldest son, Alan; and faithful canine companion, Barney, who will continue to reside on the farm.

He was preceded in death by his younger son, Kalvin, who passed away nine years ago.

Visiting time in Jim's memory will be held at the Watervliet Free Methodist Church on Friday, September 19, 2025 beginning at 10am with a celebration of life service at 11am. A reception will follow at the church.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

19

Memorial Gathering

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Watervliet Free Methodist Church

7734 Paw Paw Ave., Watervliet, MI 49098

Send Flowers

Sep

19

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Watervliet Free Methodist Church

7734 Paw Paw Ave., Watervliet, MI 49098

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.