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Higginbotham, Jerry Lee
Jerry Lee Higginbotham, of
Webster Groves, birdied his last hole before walking to the clubhouse to rehash the round with his golf buddies, on August 27, 2019. A lifetime player, he often shot below his age of 84 years.
Jerry was the devoted husband of Mona Stevens Higginbotham for 62 years; father of Lisa Gayle Sherrill (Steve), Julie Lynn Mallette (Kent), and Neal Brian Higginbotham (Alyson). He was the biggest fan of, and devoted, loving grandfather to Casey Sherrill, Luke Sherrill, and Austin Sherrill; Adam Mallette (Karri) and Emily Gohdes (Paul); and Ryan Higginbotham. He was the great-grandfather to Mavrik Mallette. Jerry was the oldest brother to Linda Longerbone (Richard) and Tim Higginbotham (Debbie).
A native of Indiana, graduate of Ball State University and Washington University, Jerry retired from Special School District of St. Louis County where he served as a district administrator and school Principal.
He was a long-time member of Eliot Chapel in Kirkwood, and loved singing in the choir, and found beauty in the classics and classical music. Jerry had a lifetime passion for golf. He was a competitive player, and worked or volunteered in many aspects of the game, including United States Golf Association rules official and golf course rater, as well as the Metropolitan Amateur Golf Association.
Condolences may be sent to: [email protected]. Arrangements will be private.
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Mike Delehaunty
September 6, 2019
To Mona and family, my thoughts are with you. Although we played golf together from the early 70's, much of the conversation was about families. It was a time to hear about what everyone was doing. Jerry was always about being Mr Consistency to everyone. Always committed to family, volunteering, friendships, playing golf by the rules (Darn it), and always giving countless hours of work to the Special School District to benefit the needs of children with special needs.
He loved playing golf at Forest Park with golfers from all walks of life and he knew the stories of everyone of them. Spending time with Jerry, I would always learn something new. ThanksJerry.
Norman Schumacher
September 4, 2019
As someone who played a lot of golf with Jerry at Forest Park, two things stand out for me: He was the best amateur player I ever played with and his golf etiquette was outstanding. Jerry, I thought you would live foreever and I'm so sorry I won't have you as a team partner again. May you be at a better place. Love to your family. Norm Schumacher
Corinne Esneault
September 2, 2019
Ah Jerry...you departed just the perfect way, but, such a surprise! I will miss you and our many conversations about life, golf, Eliot and others. My heartfelt condolences to Mona, your children and grandchildren. You've left shoes that can never be filled, My next round will definitely be in your honor and it will be at the Highlands!
Ray Nicholas
September 2, 2019
I will miss you Jerry. You were a great friend and a great man.
Christie Lee
September 2, 2019
The smile that lit up a room! Jerry will be a missed presence at Eliot chapel and to all who were blessed to know him. Mona and family, may the loving memories keep the grief to a dull roar, you are all in our thoughts.
Doris Yohe
September 2, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family. I used to sing in the choir at Eliot with Jerry.
Jay Jarvis
September 2, 2019
I played a lot of holes of golf with Jerry at The Highlands and enjoyed his easy going positive attitude. We talked about how much he enjoyed his time as an Educator and his love of golf. Fine Man.
Ed Shew
September 1, 2019
We'll miss you, Jerry.
Simone Taylor
September 1, 2019
Please except my deepest sympathies to you and your family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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