Catherine Josephine Hightower Obituary
The memory of Catherine Josephine Hightower (Rayville, Louisiana), who passed away on December 29, 2024 at the age of 100, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Catherine Josephine departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Catherine Josephine. Though Catherine Josephine may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Francis Mendolia and John Mendolia. She is survived by: her daughter Sharon Claxton (David); her grandsons, Bryant Mendolia (Tracie) and William Mendolia (Chaylon); and her great grandchildren, Tinley, Brylee Josephine, William and Weston.
A funeral service was held on Monday, January 6th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church (716 Francis St, Rayville, LA 71269). A burial was held on Monday, January 6th 2025 at the Rayville Masonic Cemetery (24 Stone St, Rayville, LA 71269).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Rayville, Louisiana, or to St. Jude Children's Cancer Research Center.
