Linda Gale Manuel Higginbotham's Obituary
Linda Gale Manuel Higginbotham passed away on January 20, 2026 at the age of 79. A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home.
Linda was well known as the beloved “Lolo the Clown”, providing priceless memories for an endless number of families throughout the years. Her spirit will be dearly missed by all.
Linda is survived by one son, Eddie Higginbotham (Jennifer); two daughters, Sandy Zaunbrecher (Patrick), Sherry Manuel (Kevin); two brothers, Windell Manuel (Karen), Randy Manuel (Trina); her step-sister, Melba Gollott (Don); her step-brother, Neal Fontenot (Anna); six grandchildren, Ryan Higginbotham, Carly Higginbotham, Michael Higginbotham, Danielle Daigle, Lauren Guardado, Madison Leger and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Higginbotham; her parents, Murphy Manuel and Bernice Fontenot.
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