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Mrs. Mary Frances Reese Higdon
08/02/1931 - 07/27/2026
Mrs. Mary Frances Reese Higdon, age 94, of Kenbridge, passed away on Monday July 27, 2026, just six days shy of her 95th birthday, in her home, with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul James Higdon; her parents, William T. and Sarah Thompson Reese; three brothers: Allen Reese, William Reese and Edward Reese and her sister, Rachel R. Hawthorne. Mrs. Higdon is survived by her two daughters: Wanda H. Gee and Karen Michelle Hawks (Brian); her son, Paul Higdon (Norma); her seven grandchildren: Kenny Gee (Tracy), Randy Gee (Laura), Kyle Gee (Kathy), Josh Higdon (Janna), Ryan Higdon (Colleen), Tyler Hawks and Fallyn Hawks (Andrew); her fourteen great-grandchildren: Carter, Shelby G., Wyatt, Daniel, Thomas, Isabella, Kenley, Shelby H., Easton, Lucas, Allie, Paisley, Ben and Dean; her brother, Lloyd Reese, and many devoted and beloved nieces, nephews and dear friends. Frances always loved her vegetable garden. She would pick and cook fresh vegetables to share with her children and grandchildren. She had a green thumb and could grow the most beautiful flowers. She also enjoyed reading, playing cards, and shopping. Above all else, she loved time with her family. You could always count on her to bring a yellow cake with chocolate frosting for Sunday night dinners and birthdays. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 30th at 2:00 P.M. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory with interment to follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will also receive friends starting at 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home until the 2:00 P.M. service. The family will also receive guests at the home of her daughter, Karen Michelle Hawks. Frances’ children thank the Amedisys Hospice Team and First Care at Home for taking care of their mom, in her home and her own bed, with wonderful supportive care for Frances and her family during her final days. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kenbridge Volunteer Fire Department at 110 High Street, Kenbridge, VA 23944 or to Victoria Volunteer Fire and Rescue at 1421 Main Street, Victoria, VA 23974. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Higdon family.
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At Crowder-Hite-Crews we’ve always been proud to say that we are large enough to serve and small enough to care. When you choose us, we consider this a sacred trust between your family and ours. We offer a full range of funeral service, whether for a traditional funeral or cremation, and we are able to assist families worldwide. In February of 2004 we installed a crematorium to better serve our cremation families. We now do all cremations in our facility, saving transport to another location for this service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the cremation process.
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So sorry for your loss. She will be missed. You have many memories to cherish. Our prayers are with you. The Lord will give you strength.
My sympathies go out to the whole family.
Niece (Lloyd)
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Aunt Francis. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with Wanda, Michelle, Paul, and the entire family during this difficult time.
Although my time with Aunt Francis was brief, the kindness, warmth, and genuine acceptance she showed me left a lasting impression on my heart. I will always be grateful for the love and grace she extended so freely.
I pray that God surrounds your family with His peace and comfort, strengthens you in the days ahead, and fills your hearts with the cherished memories of Aunt Francis. May you find hope in the promise of eternal life through Christ.
Aunt Francis, may you rest in the loving arms of our Lord. May perpetual light shine upon you, and may your soul rest in eternal peace. You will be fondly remembered.
Retired Nurse
My sincere condolences to the family!!
God bless and comfort the family at this sad time.
Wanda, Karen Michelle, Paul and family
We send our sincere condolences and love to you all at the passing of your Mom. She definitely knew she was loved and cared for on her terms til the end and you can’t ask for any better than that!! We love you all and pray for peace during the sad times❤️🙏God Bless You All!