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Stella Higginbotham Obituary
Stella passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, July 17, 2017 after a courageous battle with Alzheimers. She was married to her devoted husband Dudley Higginbotham for 56 years and raised four children, very dedicated in all parts of their lives. She was full of life, had lots of interests, fishing, gambling and very passionate about spending time with her family and friends. Stella was a graduate of Southwest Texas State Teachers College University with a masters from Trinity University. She was a loving and dedicated educator in the Edgewood ISD for 39 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents John and Elia Forestier and her son Paul Higginbotham.
She is survived by her children son David, daughter Sandy Cessna, son in law Troy Cessna, grandson Corbin Cessna and daughter Debbie Higginbotham, Brother Jose Castillo, sister in law Sara, John Forestier, sister Esther Brayden, brother in law Chuck and brother James Forestier and sister in law Charlotte and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express our gratitude to the staff at Brookdale Castle Hills Clairebridge and Hospice for their great care and support.
Visitation
Thursday July 20, 2017
Mission Funeral Home
3401 Cherry Ridge Dr
6:00pm-8:00pm
Funeral:
Friday July 21st, 10:00 am
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
6914 Wurzbach Rd
Graveside to follow
Mission Park Cemetery
North 20999 IH 10 West
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Debbie Pappassi-Solowiow
July 30, 2017
I was so saddened to hear of Stella's passing and even more upset with myself that I had not kept in better touch with her. I thought of her so many times and wish I had just picked up the phone. She used to play bunco with us and I used to pick her up at her home and we would drive together and have such wonderful conversations. We were there at the sudden passing of her son and she spoke of him most highly and in depth of what it meant to lose him on those bunco drives. She also spoke of her illness and how it was not going to get her down. Stella and Dudley enjoyed many a celebration at the home of my parents Paul and Niceta Pappassi. Jello shots and martinis were the drink of choice at these events shared with several of our wonderful friends that are now gone. She always visited my mom when she was in the hospital. Such a caring and devoted friend. I regret so much not visiting or calling her to check in and now it is too late. She is rolling dice up there with Melinda's mom Edith, Charlotte and Dorothy and my mom, Niceta. We miss them all so very much. Tell your dad he was a wonderful partner to your mom, they loved each other so much. Blessings to the family and your dad during this time of the loss of such a wonderful woman. Love to all of you.
July 25, 2017
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
Yvonne Pena
July 23, 2017
My condolences to the Higginbotham family and friends. I knew Mrs. Higginbotham as a student attending Truman MS. As a staff member I knew her as a caring individual. I enjoyed chatting with her on my visits to her campus. Rest in Peace.
Memorial High School Class of 1972
July 20, 2017
The Memorial Class of 1972 would like to send our condolences to the family of Mrs. Higginbotham. May she rest in peace.
Stella & Dudley
July 20, 2017
Oralia Lara-Vargas
July 20, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with her as a teacher. When I first started teaching myself, I always admired how patient and understanding she was and the kids loved her. I wish I would've told her how much I looked up to her. Be proud of her teaching career. My prayers are with the family. May she Rest In Peace.
The De Leon family
July 20, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family. God bless you in this difficult time of sorrow. May she rest in peace.
She flies with her own wings.
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July 19, 2017
Nancy Davis
July 19, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Higginbotham family. Sweet childhood memories still remain. Stella touched everyone with her special love & kindness & will always be remembered & missed. Blessings, prayers, peace be with you all.
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