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1960
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2025
Kelly Higginbotham Obituary
Born on September 4, 1960, in Monahans, Texas, and raised in Grandfalls, Kelly was the devoted son of Jack Higginbotham and Olive. After relocating to Odessa, he built a fulfilling career in the oil and gas industry, holding various roles before proudly owning and operating OSCO Services for over 20 years.
Kelly's greatest joys came from cherishing moments with his grandchildren, cruising open roads on his Harley-Davidson, and enjoying great music. A man of boundless generosity and an enormous heart, he touched countless lives by extending a helping hand or opening his home to those in need. He will be especially remembered for his two decades of dedicated volunteering with the Meals on Wheels annual Mudbug fundraiser, where he and his team cooked thousands of pounds of catfish and hushpuppies over the years. Kelly's infectious laugh, quick wit, and playful nicknames left an indelible mark on all who knew him, always keeping friends and family on their toes.
Kelly is survived by his devoted wife of many years, Annette Robinette; his daughter Blaise Shaw spouse Ryahn, and their children, Cameron and Carson; his son David Higginbotham spouse Crystal, and their daughter, Laurel; his son Daniel Higginbotham spouse Brandi, and their sons, Chase and Chance. He is also survived by his brother Toby Higginbotham, and his children, Bonnie and Auden; his niece, Cori Stennett spouse Mandy; his sister, Kimberly Randolph, her daughter Kelli Sikes, and her children, Savanna and Gary; and his stepmother, Pam Higginbotham. Along with extended family and many friends.
Kelly was preceded in death by his mother, Olive Ross, and stepfather, Oscar Ross; his father, Jack Higginbotham; and his sister, Kerry Stennett and spouse Kyle.
A memorial service to celebrate Kelly's life will be held on Saturday, January 10th at Ten Four Lounge. 5619 N Golder Ave at 2PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Meals on Wheels of Odessa in Kelly's memory.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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J
January 8, 2026
Sending condolences and sympathy to his family the family is in my thoughts and prayers from Alaska. We moved from Alaska to grandfalls tx 13 years I lived there 1977-1990. I knew his family that lived in grandfalls I knew him very well. Very sorry to hear about his passing. John Brandenburg from kenai Alaska
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Kelli Spurgeon Sikes
January 6, 2026
The man I was named after, my Uncle Kelly. The sweetest kindest man I ever knew just like his father Jack Higginbotham. They don't make them like him anymore. The world is a darker place without him. Thank you Annette for loving him and being his support and, best friend and wife. Uncle Kelly loved you very much and I hope you find peace during this hard time.
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