Larry Higginbotham Jr., 52, of Tyronza, passed away December 30, 2022 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro.  Mr. Higginbotham was the owner of NEATS in Jonesboro and of the Baptist Faith.  He was born July 7, 1970 in Forrest City to Larry Higginbotham Sr. and Janie Null Austin.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  He is survived by his wife Melissa Higginbotham of Tyronza, one son Brandon (Amanda) Higginbotham of Jonesboro, five daughters Stephanie (Tyler Benight) Higginbotham of Conway, Brandi Higginbotham of Jonesboro, Brittney (Alex) Dean of Marion, Emily Cates, and Zaidy Cates of Tyronza, two sisters Lisa (Jerry) Lancaster, Cindy Cates both of Crawfordsville and two grandchildren.  There will be a direct cremation for Mr. Higginbotham.  Wilson Funeral Home in Tyronza, AR is in charge of arrangements.