I was honored to work with Mrs. Higgs at Dunbar Elementary upon moving to Memphis in 1999. To know her was to love her. Rest in Love! I pray God’s comfort for her family and other loved ones.

Jodie, I am praying that God strengthens, comforts and gives you, the Conley and Higgs family, peace that surpasses all understanding. I am truly missing my friend Irma.  May she rest in peace. 

I have so many memories of Irma while attending St. James singing in the choir. Irma was a joy to be around. She was really funny and always had a smile on her face.  It’s hard to comprehend the loss of someone so dear. Jodie, you and your mom were inseparable; joined at the hip. Now, you are spiritually joined in the heart. My continued prayers, love and support as you travel this new journey. God is with you every step of the way. 

Love, Peaches

I was her principal at Dunbar Elementary School. She was loved and respected by all. She will be missed.

Irma was part of a faithful family, that love God with all their heart. I remember the spirit filled times we all shared at Wednesday night prayer meeting. Praying that God of our strength will keep Jodie and the entire family, always.


Irma will definitely be missed her smile was heartwarming 😢 💕, 

Soror Jodie, may God continue to hold you in His loving arms...

We offer our condolences with our love to you Jodie, Marva and Ron Aven, Joseph and Evelyn Conley and to the entire Higgs and Conley families. We are praying for God’s Love to comfort your hearts during this trying time.
  Irma was a person full of laughter, love and wit. Her laugh was so infectious and if what she was laughing about wasn’t funny enough her laugh would make you laugh anyway. I spent so much time with the Conleys that I became a Conley by association. I was there so much that their neighbors the Walls family called me Miles Conley. I really got to know Irma while waiting on my dear best friend Joseph to come home. I would sit and laugh and talk with her and at the same time I would be learning about life from her. She was like a big Sister to me. 
  Jodie, Irma was so enamored with you when you were born! I was elated too because since you were here in the family that meant you were a part of me too!       
   We will miss Irma and her laughter and loving smile. We know you all are hurting. Just keep remembering Irma and your many memories not only in your mind but keep her and your memories of her in your hearts forever!

With much Love from Miles and Tracey Goldsby

To my friend of many years. We shared a lot together... Teen's Choir, Henry Logan Starks Ensemble, YPD, Missionary, Trustees, Church Greeters,  and much more. I will truly miss you. RIH Irma.

Cousin Jodie, you have my deepest condolences. I’m praying that God give you the strength you need during this time. Love you. 

Irma you were a true blessing to so many, you showed how a Christian truly should love thy neighbor as they love themselves. You included me in a lot of your family celebrations. You care for me and my family and made of feel part of yours. You kept me laughing and always made sure I was doing ok. I will miss our Sunday Lifetime movie nights. I will miss our talking about the Word of God. I will miss your smile and encouragement. Most of all I am going to miss you. I know that God has you and you are safe in his arms. I love you Irma Higgs and I am truly blessed to have you as part of my life. Jodie thank you for sharing Irma with me, love ❤️ you!

My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mrs. Irma Higgs, a beautiful and kind woman whose bubbly laugh and uplifting spirit will be a comforting memory for us all.

Jodie,
The Williams 5 are praying with you and for you. We love you and know that GOD will strengthen you for the days ahead.

We are forever grateful for the cherished memories.

GOD is… 


Destin, Alisha, Destini, Alexandria, and Destin II

We are sorry to here of  the  passing. of Mrs. Irma  C.Higgs
Sending our condolences to  you all. 
Oasis of Hope Senior Program at Bickford Community Center


I had an opportunity to work with Mrs Higgs at DUNBAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL,A great Teacher,Mrs Higgs loved her students and coworkers.Always willing to help anyone.MRS Higgs loved her some Jodie and her family,SHE WILL TRULY BE MISSED,RIL MRS HIGGS ❤️❤️

Ms. Irma was a hard working Young People’s and Children’s Division Director at Saint James African Methodist Episcopal Church during the YPD Green Machine Era. Her work as a Missionary spaned over 30 years. She served as Missionary President at Saint James until her passing. The W. TN Conference Women's Missionary Society aka Blue Tornado salutes Ms. Irma for her dedication to making a difference in her community.  Jodie we are praying that God will give you and your family peace.  As you remember the wonderful times you experienced with Ms Irma.
Pauline W Guyton 💖 

Irma was more than a friend to me, she was part of our family.  I have so many great memories of Sunday dinners after church.  We were saved around the same time and went witnessing in North Memphis on Saturdays.  I remember one time we had been fasting for three days.  Irma brought a pear with her that Saturday.  When we finished our fast that noon, she shared that pear with me and it was the best food I ever tasted.  She would also come over to my home to jog and share scriptures.  She was a faithful face book friend too.  I truly will miss her! 


OBITUARY

Irma C. Higgs

October 2, 1948 – February 20, 2022

M. J. Edwards Funeral Home

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