Natalie Hightower Obituary

Natalie Shea Hightower

2000 ~ 2015

Vancleave

Natalie Shea Hightower, 15, of Vancleave, MS gained her wings on Friday, September 4, 2015 in Vancleave.

Natalie was a native and lifelong resident of the Coast. She attended Vancleave Schools where she was a cheerleader, Vancleave Middle School Homecoming Queen, Miss V.M.S. and Freshman Maid at Vancleave High School.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Patrick Williams.

Natalie's survivors include her mother, Heather (Johnny) Goff; her father, Larry Hightower, Jr.; her grandparents, Lisa (Scott) Nettles, Janet (Mike) Williamson and Larry (Charlotte) Hightower, Sr.; her sisters, Kaegan Hightower, Lela Goff and Kaylee Hightower; her brother, Copeland Rushing; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.

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Published by The Sun Herald on Sep. 6, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Natalie Hightower

9 Entries

Brianna Corley

November 20, 2015

This is extraordinarily late and I don't think anyone even remembers me, and I don't think anyone even cares; but I still have something I wish to say. In Vancleave I was the outcast girl, branded weird by all and bullied by the more popular kids, but Natalie she was different. Truthfully I never talked to her, but she was always happy and smiling and never ever cruel to the chosen few that were often targeted by the populars. I also recall the day that she was diagnosed, or rather the school learning of it. A few of her friends were crying, talking in barely audible whispers. And then when we wore orange and the news came to report, but the impact of it all never really affected me seeing as I was not close to her and how young I was. But, the waves of such a disaster hit much, much later. When my mother called me to tell me of Natalie's passing away, I was sitting in my friend's beat up truck as he was getting gas,the radio blaring. It was so...strange. Natalie was no longer in this world and here I was, breathing the sweet air of summer and on my way to a football game. And then, I started crying, just bawling like a baby out of the blue. Maybe it was the sad song on the radio, maybe it was just a long repressed mixture of things with that call being the last to set it off, whatever happened there was no stopping the tears. Now, I think of her every time with I'm my friends and that song inevitably comes on (it's on a cd). I think Natalie taught me something in her leaving this world, life is meant to be cherished and is something that is precious. I thank her for that, and even though she probably never even knew my last name I will certainly never forget her.

Ashley Harmon

October 3, 2015

I will never forget you my bueatiful cousin you will never be forgotten and you will always be loved .❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Susan Beaugez-Carlat

September 9, 2015

Heather, so so sorry for your loss. I know your heart is broken. Just know my prayer are with you andeyour entire family at this time

Karen Horn

September 7, 2015

Thank you for sharing your sweet baby with us. We are praying for God's comfot for your family. She was a light to everyone that knew her and she inspired us so much with her strength. Her smile and laugh will never be forgotten. Love, Karen, Greg, Hannah, Kristin and Lauren

Darla Argroves

September 6, 2015

My love, thoughts and prayers go out to Natalie's family and friends.

Mary Watts

September 6, 2015

She is with the Angels in Heaven now. No more pain and suffering. I know all of her loved ones will be with her again one day. My heartfelt prayers are with all of you.

Sally and Ron Hepler

September 6, 2015

Our hearts are heavy. Natalie is with God now. Her presence will always be with everyone whose life she touched. Please know that we care so much. She is a beautiful angel and child of God. Love and Prayers.

September 6, 2015

Words cannot adequately express our love.We send our thoughts and prayers for your comfort and peace.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

September 6, 2015

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

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