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1923 - 2011
 Jack Dickinson Highfield age 87 of Grand Rapids formerly of Greenville died Sunday evening July 10, 2011 at his home in Porter Hills. He was born in Greenville on October 13, 1923 the son of Allen G. and Frances E. Dickinson Highfield. Jack graduated from Greenville High School in 1941 and attended University of Michigan. He then served in the US Army Air Corps from 1942 to 1945 in WWII. He was a graduate of Ferris State with a degree in pharmacy in 1948 and was the owner and pharmacist at Highfield Drugs in Greenville for many years then became a certified landman for the oil industry working for Southwestern Oil Co. He served as president of Michigan Association of Petroleum Landmen and received the Distinguished Landman Award. He also was a past president of the Greenville Board of Education, a former deacon of the 1st Congregational Church of Greenville, member of the Chamber of Commerce and of the Sigma Theta Fraternity. He married Marjorie J. Emery on August 7, 1946 in Grand Haven.
Surviving is his wife Marjorie, their son Michael D. (Andrea) Highfield of Ann Arbor, grandchildren, Christopher Highfield, Amanda (Christopher) Eby, great grandchildren; Jake, Brenden and Rylan, his brother Terry of Kalamazoo, sisters-in-law, Mary Ellen Highfield of California and Jacqueline Groff of AZ.
Memorial services will be held on Friday July 15, 2011 at 1 PM from Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville with Rev. Dr. Jerrold T. Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Highfield Scholarship fund in care of Greenville Area Community Foundation, 101 N. Lafayette St. Greenville MI. |
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There are currently 13 condolences.
Georgia A. (Jensen)Schultz Schad
Friday July 15, 2011 at
4:33 PM
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I also remember the soda fountain w/love. Of course, you, Mrs. Highfield were my role model & one of the reasons why I became an English/Speech-drama teacher. My condolences to you & the family. You are dear people. In light, love, and blessings,
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Clark Kent Columbus OH
Thursday July 14, 2011 at
2:42 PM
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My sympathy goes out to the Highfield family. Highfields was very much a part of my boyhood in Geenville the 60s. I remember the soda fountain limeades, the great sundaes, buying Hardy Boy books in the back, film developing, and my Dad stopping in for cashews after church on Sundays. My sincere thanks for those memories. May God Bless.
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Betty Jo Kolb
Thursday July 14, 2011 at
12:31 PM
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My deepest sympathy to Marge, Michael, and family. Jack was truly a delightful person to know. We had many great trips with both Jack and Marge. He will always have a special place in my heart.
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Betty Jo Kolb
Thursday July 14, 2011 at
12:29 PM
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Vesta and Les Morford
Thursday July 14, 2011 at
7:36 AM
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We very much regret than an out of town obligation, which would be very difficult to reschedule, prevents us from attending the memorial on Friday.
We have always thought of Jack as exemplar of class. Jack was one classy guy in demeanor, intellect, dress, mannerisms, in everything - except perhaps in college football loyalties.
The article in the Daily News reminded us of the many contributions Jack made to the quality of life in Greenville. For that we are thankful and appreciative.
But we are especially thankful to be able to call him a friend.
A fine gentleman who will be missed by many.
Vesta and Les Morford
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Paul Larned
Wednesday July 13, 2011 at
11:48 PM
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Jack will long be remembered as a community leader who donated his time and energy freely for the benefit of the people and children of Greenville. I will always remember his friendliness to us as kids in the store. Stay strong, Mike, and may God rest his soul.
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Candace (Jaehnig) Larkin
Wednesday July 13, 2011 at
1:21 PM
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I was sorry to read about Jack's death. I have great childhood memories of our Grant/Macomber Street neighborhood and the Highfields were a big part of that. God bless you--
Candy (Jaehnig) Larkin
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Jack R. Westbrook
Wednesday July 13, 2011 at
5:49 AM
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Jack was the quintessential petroleum landman: outgoing, knowledgable and ooptimistic about life and his profession.... a pleasure to know.
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Frank and gloria Wheeler
Tuesday July 12, 2011 at
5:04 PM
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We are so sad to read of the loss of your Dad and Grandad. We shall remember you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Thomas Mall
Tuesday July 12, 2011 at
4:44 PM
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To the family and loved ones of Jack. He was a great man. Always, optomistic, honest, and friendly. A good friend. He is missed. He is smiling in a better place. Tom
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Joanne Smith Sinclair
Tuesday July 12, 2011 at
4:17 PM
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Dear Marge and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear about Jack. It seems like you folks have been my dear friends since I was a young girl. I used to baby sit with Michael, whom I adored. Then I worked in Highfields all through high school, which was a great job to have. I have seen you on many occasions through the years and have always enjoyed the visits so much. I will miss seeing Jack. He was a joy to work with, a wonderful man, and a great friend. Please accept my most sincere sympathy. I will keep you and your family in my prayers at this most difficult time. With love, Joanne
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Jacqueline (Hubbard) Short
Tuesday July 12, 2011 at
10:44 AM
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Remember going to the durg store as a youngster. He will be saddly missed. My thoughts go out to the family.
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David and Lorri McGowan
Tuesday July 12, 2011 at
9:01 AM
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Dear Marge and Mike...I will always have fond memories of Jack. He gave a very young boy his first job, taught me many valuable lessons about business and set me on the track to pharmacy school which led to owning my own store. The friendships formed at the Highfield Drug store are the most treasured I have even to this day..Marge, Dick & Eileen, Joanne, Ellie and others. I will always appreciate what he did for me. May God strengthen you for the days ahead and give you comfort in your loss.
David.
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