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Obituary

Peggy Jean Higdon

Peggy Jean Higdon, 87, of Clinton passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025.

Born on June 18, 1937, in Knoxville, Peggy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

She was known for her creativity, outgoing personality, sense of humor, and exceptional sense of fashion and style. Peggy enjoyed decorating, working with flowers and plants, shopping and crafting.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Philip L. Higdon; children Terry R. Miller, William D. Miller (Paige), and Tracy H. Edwards (Russ); grandchildren Brandon L. Miller (Brittany), Ketry B. Miller, Taylor N. Edwards, and Griffin L. Edwards; great-grandchildren Avery E. Miller, Eleanor G. Miller, and Isaiah L. Miller; and siblings Betty L. Goddard, Jimmy L. Goddard (Mary Ellen), and Philip D. Goddard (Laura).

A private service will be held at Norris Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Shriners Children’s Hospital.

Peggy will be dearly missed and remembered for her generosity, style, and gift for conversation.

Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.

holleygamble.com.