Jimmy Wayne Higginbotham, age 88, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, in Corsicana, Texas, surrounded by the love of his family.

Jimmy was born on October 27, 1937, in Texas City, Texas, to Hazel and Tom Higginbotham. He grew up with a strong work ethic, a love for sports, and a deep faith that would guide him throughout his life.

Jimmy was on full scholarship and graduated from Trinity University with a degree in Home Building. A gifted athlete, he played baseball and served as quarterback during his college years. While attending Trinity, a beautiful Tigerette twirler named Carol Digby caught his eye. Their courtship was brief but certain, and Jimmy and Carol were married just six weeks later, beginning a remarkable love story that lasted 68 years.

As a custom home builder, Jimmy left a lasting mark on the Duncanville and southern Dallas and Ellis counties and communities, building countless homes and helping families create places where memories would be made for generations. He took great pride in his work and was known for his integrity, craftsmanship, and dedication.

Sports were a lifelong passion. Jimmy continued playing softball and basketball well into adulthood and was still running regularly until the age of 80. He especially treasured coaching his grandsons in baseball and rarely missed a game, track meet, performance, or activity involving any of his grandchildren. Even from the sidelines, he was always coaching, encouraging, and cheering them on.

Jimmy was a devoted husband, a wonderful daddy, and an even better grandfather and great-grandfather. His family was the center of his world, and he loved each of them deeply and unconditionally.

His faith was equally and very important to him. For many years, Jimmy faithfully served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher, investing in the lives of high school seniors and young married couples. His wisdom, compassion, and genuine care for others touched countless lives.

Jimmy will be remembered for his kind heart, quick wit, infectious sense of humor, and the ability to make everyone around him feel welcomed and valued. He was compassionate, hilariously funny, and deeply loved by family, friends, neighbors, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Carol Higginbotham; his daughters, Dana Vaughn and husband Alex, Denise Ward and husband Doug, and DeeAnn Lamberth and husband Mike; his grandchildren, Justin Tyree, Lindsey Smith, Kristin Ward, Brandon Ward, Tarren Tyree, Brady Vaughn, and Marissa Trevino; his 17 cherished great-grandchildren and his eldest brother, Kenneth Higginbotham of Texas City.

Jimmy’s legacy of faith, love, laughter, and devotion to family will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jimmy's memory may be made to Kelly Green Global, a faith-based ministry, at www.kellygreenglobal.com.

A Celebration of Life will be held at First Baptist Church in Duncanville on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the service at 11:00 a.m.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.”