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Mrs. Jo Ann Jernigan Higgins, 76 of Bentonville , AR. passed away July 22, 2011 in Concord, NC at the home of her daughter.
Mrs. Higgins was born February 14, 1935 in Florence, SC daughter of the late Curtis Delmar Jernigan and Carrie Louise Dickson Jernigan. She was a 1953 graduate of McClenaghan High School, and attended one year of college. She was a homemaker, and a member of First Baptist Church in Florence, SC, and a former choir member.
Survivors include her husband, Dr. A. Connor Higgins whom she married July 12, 1958.
Two sons, Randolph Connor Higgins of Cumming, GA. Alexis Curtis Higgins and wife Anne Louise of Germantown, TN. Two daughters are, Kevin Dianne Murphree and husband Garry of Concord, NC, Melissa Louise Greer of Counce, TN. There are six grandchildren, Lauren Murphree, Chelsea Greer, Caroline Greer, Alexis Higgins, Alyssa Higgins, and William Higgins.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to your local hospice.
A private family service has already been held. Memorial Service arrangements to be announced.
Carolina Cremation (formerly Evergreen Cremation Services) is assisting the Higgins family. Online condolences may be made at www.mycarolinacremation.com.
Sam & Kathy Welborn says
Dearest Conner,
We are so sorry to hear about Jo. She was such a special lady. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Fondly
Sam and Kathy
Jackie Finn says
Connor,
I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Christy Reynolds says
Connor & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. She is now an Angel watching over you always. May God Bless each of you.
Okuma Family says
Connor & Family,
I have been blessed to have met such a joyous lady. We look forward to the day we see all our loved ones again. We hold you in our prayers.
Joyce Staples says
Connor & Family
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
It’s hard to know what to say,
except that you are thought of
In friendship and in sympathy.
Life brings tears,
smiles and memories.
The tears dry,
the smile fades,
but the memories live on forever!
May words of comfort rest gently upon your heart,
and in time may they become words of healing.
Janet Anderson says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Carolyn Patterson says
My condolences goes out to the entire Higgins family. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Carolyn Patterson
Gwen & Jan Taunton says
Dear Higgins family,
We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Jo Ann will be missed my many! We are mourning in your loss; rejoicing in her gain. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
We love you,
Gwen and Jan
Judy Barnett says
Connor,
You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother.
Love, J
Peggy James says
Dear Connor and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Higgins’ death and know how much her pain caused you sorrow and grief.
May your memories bring you comfort. Please do not hesitate to call if I can help you in any way. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Donnie Brown says
Your Mother always made me feel as I was one of your family. I remember all the good times growing up with all of you..going to the lake and being with you all at Warm Springs…these are all good memories! Your Mother was a special lady and always made me feel welcome and she will be missed. Know that I am thinking about and praying for each one of you and I am fortunate to have known Jo Ann Higgins for all these years!
Drexel & Betty Hendon says
The Higgins Family, Betty & I appreciate your sharing this sad news–we remember Jo Ann as a joyous, friendly lady, also as a loving, doting, caring Mother and Wife for the many years you all had her. We know that over the past few months her family was a great comfort as you passed through the many challenges together–Your note seemed to sum it up best, “Jo Ann passed away peacefully with our family present.” What a legacy of LOVE and RESPECT!
Drexel & Betty Hendon
Germantown, TN
7-25-2011
Vicki and Kate says
Connor and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
You and your family hold a special place in our hearts.
We love you.
Bob Jines says
Connor,
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Jo. I was blessed to spend some quality time in your home in Bentonville. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God grant you peace that only he can provide.
Charles and Rose Thomas says
To Conner & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, Jo Anne. We knew her through the dear friends Louise and CD Jernigen on Gregg ave. If there is ever anything we can do please contact us
Charles and Rose
Glenn and Brenda Ramsey says
Connor and Family,
Brenda and I are sorry to hear of your loss, and we will continue to be praying for you during the coming months. Soon your sadness will pass, and there will be only sweet memories of your many years together as husband, wife, and mother. We are reminded of Psalms 30:5 that weeping may last through the night, but joy comes in the morning.
Glenn and Brenda
Memphis, TN
Harry and Elsie Marshall says
Dear Dr Higgins and family, We send our condolences t oall of you. We have wonderful memories or time together in DC and Memphis. Jo was a lovely person and a joy to know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Cindy & Morgan Guilford says
Connor & Family , we loved Jo Ann very much. She was like my sister. We had lots of fun growing up together on Gregg Avenue. God needed another Angel in Heaven so she’s by his side. Our prayers and sympathy are with you and your family, and if there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to call.
All our love,
Cindy & Morgan
Mansfield, Texas