William Michael Higdon

Mr. William Michael Higdon of Slocomb passed away Thursday, April 13, 2017 at SAMC. He was 68.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017 in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home & Crematory in Slocomb.  Mr. Higdon was born December 6, 1948 in Chattanooga, TN to the late William Jake and Jeffie Jean Casey Higdon. William proudly served his country in the United States Army, serving two tours in Vietnam and after 20 years retiring as a Master Sergeant. He was an avid sports fan and loved to watch Alabama football. William and his loving wife, Margaret enjoyed their time together traveling. He was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Margaret Oliver Higdon, Slocomb; one brother, James Higdon Sr. (Carolyn), and one nephew, James Higdon Jr. both of Chattanooga, TN.; several nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.