Celebrating the life of
Carolyn Louise Highsmith
November 16, 1942 - October 24, 2016
Devoted and Loving Mother who enjoyed her friends and active life
Carolyn Louise Cobb Highsmith, 73, died with her son and daughter-in-law by her side on October 24, 2016 at Augusta University Hospital after a massive stroke.
The native and lifelong resident of Savannah graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School and was retired from the purchasing department at Union Camp/International Paper. Carolyn was a Deacon and active member of White Bluff Presbyterian Church, where she was actively involved in the Women’s Circle. She was a member of Elk’s Lodge #188, where she served on the Ladies Auxiliary, with her dear friend, Carol Haymore.
Carolyn always enjoyed her Bridge Club, her line-dancing group, and being involved in several other activities at Windsor Forest Golden Age Center with her friend, Louise Richards by her side.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Highsmith; her mother and stepfather, Louise and Charles Warner; her father and stepmother, Wesley and Sheila Cobb; and her furry companion, Vegas.
Carolyn is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Jennifer Highsmith; her grandsons, Bradley, Kaleb, and Tyler; her brother and sister-in-law, Wesley Cobb, Jr. and Susie Cobb; and her nephew and his wife, Chris and Kristy Cobb.
Remembrances may be made to White Bluff Presbyterian Church, 10710 White Bluff Road, Savannah, Georgia 31406.
Prayers for this family. Was a classmate in jr. High
- Barbara Ferrell Cobaugh, Bon Air,, VA
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I volunteer in the gift shop at St. Joseph's and had the opportunity to work with Carolyn several times. She will be missed in the Auxiliary and gift shop. May you sense the Lord's presence during this time. Peggy Campbell
- Peggy Campbell, Savannah, Ga
my dear friend I will miss you and the times we shared .
- eunice saxon, savannah , ga.
Doug and Jennifer Highsmith, We want to extend our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your Mother. She was a very good neighbor and she will be dearly missed. May God bless and comfort you during your time of grief. If there is anything we may do for you, please let us know. Carolyn's neighbors.
- Gene & Betty Cofield, Savannah, Ga
Doug, My family would like you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I have a lot of great memories coming over to the house during the holidays. That house was never short on laughter and it will never be forgotten.
- Chris and Kristy Cobb, Woodstock, GA
So very saddened by Carolyn's passing. We will reconnect again when the Lord returns. My prayers are with you at this time. Billie
- Billie Ward, Savannah, GA
Caroline was married to my brother Jerry and we had many fun times together together I thought she was a wonderful person And have a lot of love for my brother. I will remember both of them always in my prayers and thoughts.
- Joe Highsmith, Black Creek. , Ha.
My brother (Doug), I'm sorry for your loss. If you or Jennifer need anything in this time of need, don't hesitate to let us know. We are keeping you guys and your family in our prayers.
- Chris & Ashanti Blount, Savannah, Ga
Rest in peace, our sister. I know my brother was happy to welcome you by his side.
- Joe & Toni Crawford, Pritchardville, SC
Doug &Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss, keep your memories of her close to your heart. She will be with you always! Love you all.
- Donna Gage, Canandaigua , Ny
We're so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. We had many good years as neighbors and friends with her and Jerry. They both were wonderful and kind loving people. Please know you all are in our prayers.
- Donald and Carla Ashley, Rockmart, Ga
Jerry made you our sister. May you rest in peace! Love you
- Vicki Highsmith Randall, Bluffton, SC
So many of my favorite memories with Doug include a wagging finger from Big C! Such a treasure will surely be missed. Doug, our prayers and thoughts will be with you and Jennifer as we walk through this difficult time and celebrate your mom's life with you. We love you.
- Mike and Brandi Neal, Savannah , GA
Carolyn " Big C " as we have called this wonderful lady for almost 20 years was a kind and very understanding person for putting up with Doug and all of his friends. Myself Included. She will be missed and thought of often. I pray for strength for one of my dear friends to get through his loss. Doug she is dancing with JD in heaven now. I LOVE YOU
- Christopher Deen, Savannah, Ga
Prayers for this family. Was a classmate in jr. High
- Barbara Ferrell Cobaugh, Bon Air,, VA
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I volunteer in the gift shop at St. Joseph's and had the opportunity to work with Carolyn several times. She will be missed in the Auxiliary and gift shop. May you sense the Lord's presence during this time. Peggy Campbell
- Peggy Campbell, Savannah, Ga
my dear friend I will miss you and the times we shared .
- eunice saxon, savannah , ga.
Doug and Jennifer Highsmith, We want to extend our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your Mother. She was a very good neighbor and she will be dearly missed. May God bless and comfort you during your time of grief. If there is anything we may do for you, please let us know. Carolyn's neighbors.
- Gene & Betty Cofield, Savannah, Ga
Doug, My family would like you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I have a lot of great memories coming over to the house during the holidays. That house was never short on laughter and it will never be forgotten.
- Chris and Kristy Cobb, Woodstock, GA
So very saddened by Carolyn's passing. We will reconnect again when the Lord returns. My prayers are with you at this time. Billie
- Billie Ward, Savannah, GA
Caroline was married to my brother Jerry and we had many fun times together together I thought she was a wonderful person And have a lot of love for my brother. I will remember both of them always in my prayers and thoughts.
- Joe Highsmith, Black Creek. , Ha.
My brother (Doug), I'm sorry for your loss. If you or Jennifer need anything in this time of need, don't hesitate to let us know. We are keeping you guys and your family in our prayers.
- Chris & Ashanti Blount, Savannah, Ga
Rest in peace, our sister. I know my brother was happy to welcome you by his side.
- Joe & Toni Crawford, Pritchardville, SC
Doug &Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss, keep your memories of her close to your heart. She will be with you always! Love you all.
- Donna Gage, Canandaigua , Ny
We're so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. We had many good years as neighbors and friends with her and Jerry. They both were wonderful and kind loving people. Please know you all are in our prayers.
- Donald and Carla Ashley, Rockmart, Ga
Jerry made you our sister. May you rest in peace! Love you
- Vicki Highsmith Randall, Bluffton, SC
So many of my favorite memories with Doug include a wagging finger from Big C! Such a treasure will surely be missed. Doug, our prayers and thoughts will be with you and Jennifer as we walk through this difficult time and celebrate your mom's life with you. We love you.
- Mike and Brandi Neal, Savannah , GA
Carolyn " Big C " as we have called this wonderful lady for almost 20 years was a kind and very understanding person for putting up with Doug and all of his friends. Myself Included. She will be missed and thought of often. I pray for strength for one of my dear friends to get through his loss. Doug she is dancing with JD in heaven now. I LOVE YOU
- Christopher Deen, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
