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In Memory Of
Herman Lafayette Highsmith
1936 2023

Herman Lafayette Highsmith

August 26, 1936 — August 29, 2023

Herman Lafayette Highsmith, 87, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2023. Herman was born on August 26, 1936 in Wallace, NC to the union of Julius and Lena Bell (Turner) Highsmith.

He attended Wallace Rose-Hill High School until he relocated to Toledo in 1957. Herman attended Mt. Zion Church for many years. He was employed by the City of Toledo Refuse Department for 30 years until his retirement.

Herman was preceded by death by his parents; his loving wife of 54 years, Gladys; son, Herman Lee; daughter, Regina Highsmith; sister, Virginia; and brothers, William and Jerry Highsmith.

Herman is survived by his daughter, Melissa; Brother, Charles (Penny) Highsmith; Favorite cousin; Willie Newkirk; Granddaughter, Bria Highsmith; Grandsons, Talven Highsmith, Bryant Crutchfield Jr., Andrew and Brandon Royster, and Bryce Highsmith; and a host of great grandchildren and loving relatives and friends to cherish his memory.

The family will receive guests at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, on Thursday, September 7, 2023 from 10:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 am.

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Thursday, September 7, 2023

10:00 - 11:00 am (Central time)

Newcomer - NW Toledo Chapel

4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, OH 43623

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Service

Thursday, September 7, 2023

Starts at 11:00 am (Central time)

Newcomer - NW Toledo Chapel

4150 West Laskey Road, Toledo, OH 43623

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