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Jessie Highfill

Brighton | Friday, July 21 2023 |

Jessie Marie Highfill, 90, passed away 10:53 am, Friday, July 21, 2023 at her residence.

Born September 15, 1932 in Alton, she was the daughter of Tadeo and Vera (Andreade) Marin.

She had worked as a dispatcher for M.R.S. before retiring.

In 1957 she married Keith Highfill in Wood River.  He survives.

Surviving also are two sons, Greg Highfill of Bunker Hill, Danny Siebold of Alton; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren;  two sisters, Patty Dickerson and Connie Peacock both of Alton; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Helena Buie; brother, Clyde Dickerson; and sister, Lucy Beets.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held Sunday, August 6 from 12-4 pm at the Alton VFW Post 1308, 4445 N. Alby St, Alton, IL.

Marks Mortuary in Wood River in charge of arrangements.


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