Janie, I was trying to track you down on facebook because it had been so long. I couldn't find you so I thought I would google you to see if you were still in Atlanta. I saw Jimmy's obituary and couldn't believe it. I am SO very sorry!! Please know that I am thinking and praying for you and your family. Hope to see you sometime soon! Love, Jane (Jane Wakely Hernke)

Janie & Max;

I have alot of memories with Jimmy as we travelled quite a bit together while we both worked at Seagull.  Jimmy was a true professional who always looked to succeed with the customers best interest.  We certainly chatted about you both in our times of travel, from one baseball game/trip to another.  Jimmy was one who just enjoyed his fried shrimp, thus now when I have shrimp, it is hard not to think about Jimmy.  He will certainly be missed by all who knew him.

My most heart felt sympathies to Jimmy's family and all who had the pleasure to know him. Max, I got to know your Dad at Seagull Software.  He was one of the most professional, honest, go-the-extra-mile person I ever met.  Everything he did was with integrity and sincerity.  He had an endearing  smile, a kind heart, and real joy and enthusiasm in his work. Most of all he lit up like a light bulb when he would talk about you and your shared passion for baseball.  He loved the road trips you would take and loved to watch you play!  You and my son are the same age and we hoped that you might join the Georgia Tech team and get to know each other. He was always bubbling over with happiness when he talked about you.  He was a proud Dad!  He and I never did get to take that fishing trip in the Gulf as I was really hoping to teach him to fly fish for Tarpon and Bone fish. He was a genuinely fun person to be around and you should be very proud of him. I hope you enjoyed our whacky Christmas cards, too!  We shared a bunch of beers and a bunch of laughs together as well and I will truly miss him dearly. He was a good man. Most sincerely, Todd Ferguson

Jimmy and I met in the 7th grade when I moved to Mableton from England. He was one of the few who didnt make fun of my long hair and beatle boots attaire. We had Mrs Winky Duran for home room together and even though we have not been in touch through his ordeal I regarded him as a very good friend.

Max,

I worked with your DAD while at Sybase and I want you to know that no one could have been a prouder DAD than yours.  You were his world and you should hold your head high knowing what a loving, caring, courageous man your DAD was.  He only had friends and his smile was larger than life. Not once did he ever complain about his illness.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  
With love, Cheryl Vaillancourt

Dear Janie & Max

I first met Jimmy 9 years ago.  We have worked together at three separate companies. I that time I saw how much he loved his family and all of the various activities.  Each Monday we talked about what we did with our children over the weekend.  Great way to start a week.  Jimmy was genuinely liked by both coworkers and customers.  I will miss him and as another Guestbook entrant wrote "I will think of Jimmy each time there is a hurricane."

Jimmy, you will be missed, I enjoyed working with you. My sincere condolences to the Hightower Family.

I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was truly a Good guy, so warm and kind hearted. He was the type of person that we all strive to be.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My condolences to the Hightower family. Jimmy was a good friend to all that knew him and was always good for a laugh. We don't always understand why people like Jimmy are taken away at such an early age, but you can take comfort knowing that he was loved and is in a better place. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

So sorry for the loss ! Will be praying for the Family. He will be missed by many. Rest In Peace Jimmy !

Sorry to hear about your loss..... I went to school with Chris and I lost my husband 1 yr 1/2 ago to cancer so I can relate.... I know that he is in a better place (suffer free).. may God be with you all during this time.. Lisa Askew-South Cobb High Class of 82

Jimmy and my brother Matt became friends in 1973 and Jimmy was soon part of the Sewell family.  Jimmy and I became close friends when he went to Hawaii with my family in 1978, when Matt and I were at UGA and then big time when Matt left to fly Navy jets. We roomed togther, joined IBM together and began our sales/marketing careers at the same time.  We stayed in touch the five years I lived in Montgomery.  Jimmy was a groomsman in my wedding. Over the years, I always looked forward to introducing every new friend and acquaintence to my friend Jimmy Hightower. Recently, I realized that Jimmy and I most of all had shared my big brother (years of endless fun making Matt laugh) and our love of family and pride in being the best fathers we could be.  Sunday, I got to thank Jimmy for his lifelong loyal friendship and for helping me through difficult times.  I told him "see you later" ...and someday I will.   All my love to Janie, Max, Harvey and Barbara, Ricky and Chris and the extended Hightower family.

Dear Ricky so sorry for your loss!  I will remember you and your family in my prayers!
Terry and Donna (Long) Morris

I am so sorry for your loss, may GOd bless and comfort you.  Jimmy was one of the best, he never met a stranger and always had something nice to say about everyone.  I enjoyed working and traveling with him, he will be missed.

We're gonna miss ya dearly buddy.  So happy to have met you and had you as a friend.  I'll think of you each hurricane season! ;-)

I don't know when I first met Jimmy in the neighborhood or what we even talked about - all I know is that I came away from that first conversation thinking, "what a nice guy."  I am sorry for your loss.

I have actually known Jimmy since the mid-1980's, but didn't know him at all. He was a customer of mine at Peter Glenn and then at Bair's Ski Shop. I then met his mom and dad when I became a minister. I have gotten close to Jimmy and the family this past year and had the honor of baptising Jimmy and Max. I will never forget our conversations and that special day. I am honored to be your pastor. God Bless the Hightower Family.

Janie and Max, we are so sorry to hear about Jimmy.  Kay, Grant and I enjoyed so much getting to know Jimmy, you, and Max through our Murphey Candler days, and are blessed to call you friends.  I saw JImmy at Dunwoody Senior just a few months ago, and it was amazing how strong, upbeat, and positive he was about everything.  He truly was an inspiration.  Please know that you and Max are in our thoughts and prayers.  Love, Wayne, Kay, Grant, and Will Hillis

I had the honor of working with Jimmy for the past two years.  The impression he made on people around him was nothing short of remarkable. He was one of the most compassionate and strong people I have ever met.  He will be missed.

Dear Janie and Max, My condolences on the passing of Jimmy.  I truly enjoyed working with Jimmy over the past couple of years and our trips to Chattanooga to meet with customers.  Jimmy never gave up and lived each day to the fullest.  He was a great example of persverance in the face of a tremendous challenge...and kept smiling. Jimmy was a good friend to everyone he met and we will miss him.

I will always remember Jimmy as someone who loved life and always shared a smile and a warm welcome.. Its been along time since we last shared each others company but he will never be forgotten.

Dave Muldoon

I met Jimmy at Austin's graduation party, and while our encounter was brief, he made a lasting impression on my life and heart.  My prayers are with you all...especially Janie and Max.
All my love,
Heather Rutherford

To The Hightower Family:  God Bless and keep you during this hard time.  Jimmy was a great guy we loved and enjoyed!  He's with our Heavenly Father and one day we'll all be reunited without pain, sickness or sadness. You're in my prayers.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hightower family during this difficult time. I have fond memories of growing up with the Hightower brothers. Love, Melanie Garner

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hightower family. I have fond memories of growing up with the Hightower brothers. Love, Melanie Garner

I'll never forget the smile on Jimmy's face. I will always appreciate his his kind heart and love of nature.  He was great friend and proud father. My prayers are with all of you.

Jimmy, I always saw you happy, you were very creative the way you would find cherry wood for your big green egg smoker to flavor dinner. How you fixed up your houses, put in a garden, built a deck and built Max a tree house that was cool! I thought of you as an old soul someone that would be there for you in troubled times with clear thought and good actions. We will meet again the next time around or in the Lords warm embrace. We will miss you, Mark Grant

To Jimmy's family,
I had the pleasure and laughter of going to high school with Jimmy at South Cobb. As with many high school relationships, I had not seen or talked with Jimmy in many years.  I was, however, exceptionally moved by his illness and death.  Jimmy was one of my really great friends in high school.  He was very smart, and made me laugh alot!!!  And with his untimely death, he is reminding us all how important family, friends, connections, and laughter really are! I just wanted to tell you how much Jimmy meant to me in my past, and how much I pray for you all during this time of loss.  I can only imagine how much joy you all have received from him, and I pray that your memories and stories will keep you laughing and his memories alive!

I remember Jimmy so much as the life of our class ... always so kind, positive and thoughtful! And most of all he was always smiling! He always made us laugh and brightened our days! =) He will be remembered always for the joy he brought to everyone he met, and he never met a stranger! 
My prayers and love are with his grandmother, parents, wife, son, siblings and all the rest of his family and close friends. What a beautiful memory to have been baptized with his son recently ... can't think of how awesome and peaceful this would have to be to him, his son and wife. 
It has to be so difficult to have lost such an amazing part of your life but he will live on forever in our hearts and memories!!!! My prayers will be with you all through the tough days ahead! Sometimes it helps to think of the rainbow bridge poem which remind us that across that bridge is HEAVEN  and there there is no pain or suffering ... and nothing but BEAUTY all around him!   Love to you all!

Dear Janie & Max. . .Our sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.  Jimmy was a wonderful man who will be remembered and missed by all who knew him.

Love,  The Seeley Family

Jimmy, I will always remember your spirit.  I'll keep playing with Chief and Lucy and celebrate your life here on earth.  Max and Janie, I love you both.  Tom

Harvey, Barbara and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Ricky and family,  my prayers and love are with you at this difficult time.

Sorry to hear of your loss.  Jimmy was a great guy.  I always had good memories of him.
Jimbo

Harvey, Barbara and Family...I am so sorry for your loss. As hard as it must be to lose a child, it must have been GOD's will. Jimmy is at peace now...no more suffering...my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Jim Grant and Rusty

Harvey, Barbara & family - so sorry to hear about Jimmy!  Thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time.  Patty & Jon Floyd (Covington, GA)

Jimmy was our neighbor on Redding Road for many, many years.  We watched him play ball with Max, plant his vegetable garden, mow his grass, throw the ball to George and enjoy life.  We will miss him, his smile and friendship.  Janie and Max, we are thinking of you and we have many special memories of Jimmy.  Love, Bert and Mark

You are in our thoughts and prayers and the memories are very precious hold on to each and every one. God bless each of you.

Harvey & Family,

May God bless you and comfort you.  We are thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer.

Sandy & Conrad Jacob

I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a small man with a big smile. I rememeber the first day I met him in the 10th grade at South Cobb and we were friends from there on. I don't think he ever met a stranger. May God hold you and keep you in your time of sorrow.

OBITUARY

James "Jimmy" H. Hightower Jr.

December 1, 1957 – September 12, 2010

H.M. Patterson & Son-Oglethorpe Hill Chapel

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