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Mattie L. Hightower, 72, of Syracuse, passed away Sunday. Born in Mims, Florida, she lived in the Syracuse area for 53 years. Mattie retired as a Teacher's Assistant with the Syracuse City School District after 35 years. An avid artist, Mattie has artwork on display at the Everson Museum. She also enjoyed crochet and travel. She was predeceased by her parents, two sisters, and three brothers.
Survivors include her son, Mark F. Hightower; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sisters, Eugenia McNeil and Cynthia Brown, both of Syracuse, and Catherine Shelton of Daytona Beach, FL; brothers, George Shelton of Albany and Ralph Shelton of Daytona Beach, FL; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours: Friday 12 to 1:30 p.m. with funeral services to follow at 1:30 p.m. at Farone & Son Funeral Home, 1500 Park Street, Syracuse. Burial will be private.
Condolences may be offered at www.faroneandson.com.
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August 5, 2013
Phillip,Mary,Damani Musgrave
Mark
Your sweet mother was a dear friend to our family, we will miss her very much. She was one of the kindest and most sensitive and talented persons we know. Her love for all people will live through you and your children as citizens of the world.
Phillip, Mary, Damani Musgrave
July 31, 2013
Rosalind Blue
Mattie
So full of fun ,so full of life, and so full of love is how you will be remembered. I will miss you my friend faithful and true.
The laughter, the talks we shared
The declarations of love and support
For our children and grands
They knew how much we cared.
Our love of travel to the islands
Lime chicken and salsa bands
There will be no more phone calls and I will miss it all, but memories of our times will always befall......when I think of you.
Roz Blue
Birmingham, Al
July 31, 2013
Marri Williams
Gennie & Family
There are really no words to say to ease the pain you feel at the loss of your loved one. I just want you to know that I will keep this family lifted in prayer,as I offer you my deepest and sincere sympathy. May the love and faith you have in God strengthen you all at this time of healing......Galatians 6:18
Love and Prayers
Marri Williams
July 29, 2013
Selena Martin
My sincerest condolences, very sorry to hear of your loss.
July 26, 2013
Mark,
We're so sorry for your lose we pray that God will comfort you during this time of sorrow.
God Bless you and your family,
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Wagner
July 26, 2013
Maria Derby
Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
July 26, 2013
Jamie Osborne
Miss Hightower was a wonderful woman. From time to time I still think about my visits to her room whenever I was visiting H.W. Smith. She always had a big smile and a warm hug for me. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
July 25, 2013
Debbie Graham
Oh Mark and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed my years with her as a resident of ours at Maplewood Gardens. She was a true lady! Such a sweetheart. She will be missed by all who knew her but God has a sweet little angel now. I will see you on Friday.
July 25, 2013
LUCRETIA SMITH
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 25, 2013
Darlene Whitley
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 24, 2013
Denise
I was saddened to hear of Mattie's passing. She was a sweet loving person. Her family now has a beautiful guardian angel to watch over them. My thoughts and prayers to her family.
July 24, 2013
annette barksdale
Sorry for your lost,she was a great woman,and will be missed.
July 24, 2013
Kwasi { Gus } Owusu--Anane
Many thoughts are with you at this time of grief and sorrow,Wishing you peace at this difficult time. MATTIE!!! wE WILL MISS YOU. 'GUS'
July 24, 2013
Carolyn Hubbard
I would like to extend my condolences to Mattie's family. I had the pleasure of working with Mattie at H.W. Smith School for a number of years. I am certain she will be remembered fondly by the countless number of children she helped during her years in the Syracuse City School District.
Carolyn Hubbard
July 24, 2013
Dear Mark and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy. You and your dear mom rented our home on Columbus Ave., at one time. What a wonderful Family! She was a love. Had many nice conversations with her and we feel badly she passed so young. Our heartfelt sympathy and love to all the family.
The Lemke Family
July 24, 2013
Jacqueline Thompkins
To Paula Shelton and the Hightower family. You have my deepest sympathy Hold on to God's grace and mercy at this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
July 24, 2013
Mattie was a wonderful person. I really enjoyed sitting and talking with her in the teacher's room; she was so positive and upbeat. She was a great friend. More than once she made my day. Sincere condolences to her loving family. Paul Sauvé - Band Teacher
July 23, 2013
John A. Cooper
May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Mattie was a fantastic human being. She will be missed profoundly. May her kind soul rest in perpetual peace!
John Ambrose Cooper.
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