Rita Higginbotham Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Rita Higginbotham of Roanoke, Virginia, born in Hillsville, Virginia, whose life came to an end on April 29, 2024 at the age of 74, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rita Higginbotham or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Rita is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Rita's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She was predeceased by : her parents, Hubert Lee and Viola Ethel Watkins. She is survived by : her daughters, Heather Higginbotham French (Brian) of Roanoke and Sarah Higginbotham of Fancy Gap; her granddaughter Mia Lea French; and her siblings, Alice Faye Watkins of Galax and Jimmy Watkins of Dugspur. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends.
A graveside service was held on Friday, May 3rd 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Evergreen Burial Park (1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015).