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Eric Higginbotham Obituary



HIGGINBOTHAM ERIC HIGGINBOTHAM Suddenly on Thursday, June 18, 2009. Devoted husband of Catherine Higginbotham; loving father of Eric Higginbotham, Jr.; three beloved stepchildren, Anna, Drew and Ben; four grand daughters; his parents, Ossie and Eather; three siblings, Bennie, Jamie and Heather Higginbotham; sister-in-law, Toni. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial service will be held Thursday, June 25 from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at POPE FUNERAL HOMES FORESTVILLE CHAPEL, 5538 Marlboro Pike.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jun. 23, 2009.

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Terry Nicolosi

June 26, 2009

Eather: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It has been many years since we have seen each other and I will always appreciate the kindness you showed me when I moved to DC in 1978. You were a role model as a mother to me and my heart, prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Terry Hitchins Nicolosi 202-619-2493

Lauren Shanor

June 26, 2009

Even though I never really knew Eric, I always heard about what a wonderful man he was from Cathy. I know he made her and her family so happy and he completed their lives. I know he will be missed by many. Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Carole Malachi

June 25, 2009

Thank you for always making us laugh and being such a real person. Your spirit and light will be truly missed.

Beverly Howard

June 24, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

William & Carmen Lewis Jr.

June 24, 2009

Sorry to hear of your loss.May the lord continue to comfort you at this time.

June 24, 2009

To the Higginbotham Family,

Our condolences to you on the loss of Eric. May God give you strength, comfort and peace at this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Cassandra, Keisha, Jessica and Tiffani Hall

Michael & Brigitte Freeburn

June 23, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

William& Shirley Lewis

June 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Eddie Smith

June 23, 2009

Giving all honor to Christ. My everlasting condolences go out to you and the entire family. Eric and I went to school for several years together and he was always fun to be around. May you remember all the good times and just know he was well appreciated throughout his life. May you keep the lord our God in your thoughts of Eric in you quiet time and give glory to God and be truly thankful for his life, while you had Eric here on this earth. God bless you and heaven smile upon you. Peace be with you 240-305-7464

Vicki Woods

June 23, 2009

Sincere condolences to the Higginbotham Family. May God keep and sustain you during your time of loss.

Martina Martin-Wright

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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