Kristy Denise Hightower, 45, of Marion

Kristy Denise Hightower, 45, passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

She was born May 24, 1965 in Ironton, Ohio to the late Frank and Betty (Noble) Weisenberger.

Kristy is survived by her daughter, Ashley Hightower; former husband of 15 years and lifetime companion, David Hightower; five brothers, Franklin, Timothy (Cindy), Terrence (Ellen), James (Audrey), and Cameron (Terri) Weisenberger; three sisters, Brenda (Robert) Gannon, Beverly (Kenneth) Bailey, and Penny (Clifford) Webb; one step-grandchild, Diondre Gale; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Deborah Ann Roach; and her step-daughter, Treva Brown.

A graveside service will be held Friday, July 30, 2010 at 11:30 AM in Marion Cemetery. There will be an hour visitation at Boyd-Born Funeral Home, also on Friday, from 10-11 AM.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family in care of Boyd-Born Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.

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