Nebraska Obituaries
The Nebraska State Journal 09/12-4/1908
George S. Higginbotham (ca1871-1908) NE
The Lincoln Star 04/26/1930
William Higginbotham (ca1860-1930) NE
07/24/1933
Larethe Higginbotham (1916-1933) NE
Death By Drowning
A tragic accident occurred at the sand pit about 3 1/2 miles northwest of Bellwood shortly after 9 o'clock Monday evening July 24, when Larethe Higginbotham, a 17-year-old Bellwood boy, met an untimely death. While wading in the sand pit he accidently stepped over the edge of a sudden drop-off and sank in water nearly 15 feet deep. Being unable to swim more than a few strokes, he was rendered helpless by the shock and failed to rise to the surface. He had been working and living at the home of Mrs. Adolph Yanike for several years. He had accompanied Walter Yanike and R. P. Ross and son Bob to the sand pit, and others going for a swim. Mr. Yanike had left the water and was on the bank dressing, having warned Larethe not to wade too far out. Mr. Ross and Bob were swimming some distance away. Bob saw Larethe go down, and calling to the others, he at once swam to the spot and in diving clutched Larethe's wrist, but was unable to raise him. Mr. Yanike and Mr. Ross exerted every effort for a few minutes to bring the boy to the surface, and then summoned aid. A number of men hurried to the spot to assist, but it was nearly two hours later before the body was brought to the surface by Tom Murphy, a young man from Springfield, Ill., temporarily employed on the Clyde Ellis farm. A first-aid squad of Columbus firemen had been summoned and in cooperation with Dr. J. M. McNally of Bellwood worked for more than 1 1/2 hours in futile effort to resuscitate the lad, ceasing only when it was clearly evident that life was extinct.
Larethe was born at Bellwood Dec. 4, 1916, and the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Higginbotham. He is survived by his parents, one sister and five brothers. He was well liked by all and always did his part in helping his mother in efforts to maintain the home and give her children an education. The funeral services were held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Bellwood M. E. Church by the pastor, Rev. J. C. Street. Paul Challstrom, Lester Fey, Lloyd Kamenske, James Powers and L. Rohrich were the pallbearers. Burial was in the Bellwood cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the family.
Higginbotham, Gerald 12/27/1944
Columbus Telegram
Higginbotham, Gerald D. 09/07/1948
Columbus Telegram
The Lincoln Star 08/20/1954
Anna ???? Higginbotham (1878-1954) Sweden/NE
Billings (MT) Gazette 08/20/1954
Columbus Telegram 01/13/1975
Delia Moore Higginbotham (1889-1975) AR/NE
Higginbotham, Clarence (Mrs) nee Moore, Delia 10/2/1975
Columbus Telegram
The Lincoln Star 11/07/1976
Edward Higginbotham (ca1901-1976) NE
Higginbotham, Robert D. 10/2/1988
Columbus Telegram
Stewart, Gladys E. nee Higginbotham, Gladys E. 7/11/1997
Columbus Telegram
North Platte Telegraph 04/06/2005
Janis Higginbotham Kraetz (1962-2005) NE/MN
MINNESOTA - Janis Higginbotham Kraetz, 43, of Minnesota, formerly of
North Platte, died March 27, 2005.
She was born March 27, 1962. Growing up in North Platte, Janis moved to Madison
Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin, graduating with a degree in
Electrical Engineering. Upon graduation, she moved to Minnesota working for
Honeywell, Guidant and most recently Medtronic. To know Janis was to know love,
caring, adventure and faith. She had a smile that could light up a room with
sparkling eyes that could look deep into your soul. She was a caring and
sensitive mother, active in scouting and ultimately loving to Erica and Andrea.
She had a spirit of adventure that took us to some of the most beautiful spots
in the world, and a warmth and foundation in faith that grounded our family.
She was the beloved wife to William, mother to Erica and Andrea, and stepmother
to Jillisa and Christopher. Survivors also include her mother, Mary Helen
Higginbotham; brothers, John and Daryl Higginbotham and of North Platte; and
sisters, Debra Higginbotham of Santa Fe, N.M. and Lisa Higginbotham Arnold of
Maple Grove, Minn.
She was preceded in eternal life by sisters, Ronna Higginbotham and Marcia
Higginbotham Topliff. Janis will be deeply missed, but those qualities that made
her such an outstanding person will live on in those she has left behind.
Wishing Janis eternal peace and happiness - Her Family.
Memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel of North
Platte with the Rev. Vince Parsons officiating.
North Platte Telegraph 08/11/2007
James D. Hickenbottom (ca1938-2007) NE
Hickenbottom, James D., 69, of Lexington died Aug. 9, 2007, at Plum
Creek Care Center in Lexington. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor John Shields, officiating. A
memorial has been established. There will be no visitation. Reynolds-Love
Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge.
Lincoln Journal Star 05/08/2009
Delores B. Hickenbottom (ca1938-2009) NE
Delores B. Hickenbottom 71, North Platte, formerly Lincoln, passed away Sunday (5/3/09). Born at Arnold, Neb. to Rolla and Frances Hickenbottom. Retired teacher. Survivors: Marvin Hickenbottom, Callaway; Patricia Boucher, Council Bluffs, Iowa; Mary Eggen, Cle Elm, Wash.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service 1 p.m. Friday (5/8/09) at the First United Methodist Church, North Platte. Inurnment: Arnold Cemetery. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Sandhills Express 09/17/2009
Charles W. Hickenbottom (ca1940-2009) NE
Memorial Services for Charles W. Hickenbottom, age 69, of Mason City, will be held on September 19, at 11:00, in the Ansley United Methodist Church, in Ansley, with Pastor Michael Laing officiating. Burial will be in the Ansley Cemetery with Govier Brothers Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10:00-8:00, with family present from 6:00-7:00, at Govier Brothers. A memorial has been established to the family. Charles is survived by his son Patrick of Mason City, daughter Pamela Hickenbottom of Mason City, sisters Rosa Lee (Reed) Hamilton of Thedford, Betty Celeskey of Waverly, brother Mick (Bonnie) Hickenbottom of Ansley, mother-in-law Lucille Miche of Ansley, several nieces and nephews.