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DARLENE HIGHSMITH Obituary
HIGHSMITH, 81
BARTOW - Darlene Highsmith, age 81 passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 in Bartow. Born on June 29, 1938 in Decatur, AL, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ruth (Byars) McNutt.
Mrs. Highsmith was a Baptist and owned and operated Darlene's Crystal Lake Beauty Salon in Lakeland for many years.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter Tina Highsmith Marshall, her son Michael Highsmith and her grandson, James A. Marshall, Jr. Darlene is survived by her daughter, Sherry Brading of Lake Wales, eleven grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and one great great grandson.
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 12, 2019 from 6pm to 8pm at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home in Bartow.
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Kimberly Kitchens
November 7, 2021
Darlene was a very special woman in my life growing up. She was always kind and generous. I just found out of her passing. Darlene has been in my thoughts and prayers for many years. May God watch over all of her family always. You are always in my heart lovely lady :)
Ted Smith
August 12, 2019
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We pray the God will give you comfort in these days. Floyd, Gloria and Ted Smith (neighbors from Highland City)
Stanley Highsmith
August 12, 2019
I will always appreciate the time Darlene took with Larry and I when we visited you folks in Florida. We were made very welcome and she took the time to take us places that we would not ordinarily get to go to for some summer fun. Sherry, I know this is especially hard on you and hope you may find some consolation in knowing you were there for your mother when she needed you.
Whidden-McLean Funeral Home - Bartow
August 11, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Lisa Ritter
August 10, 2019
R.I.P. Fly High With The Angel's Awaiting You.
Rhonda Woods
August 10, 2019
Darlene was a sweet, caring lady. She cut and fixed my hair as a teen and I love her and will miss her. Praying for her family in their loss.
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Whidden-McLean Funeral Home and Crematory - Bartow650 E. Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830
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