Elvin Curtis Hightower, Jr. by Jerry Madison Harrison

Life’s Reflections

Elvin Curtis Hightower, Jr. “Ted” was born to the late Elvin Hightower, Sr. and Evelyn Hurdle on September 26, 1963, in Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated from Southside High School in 1982.

At an early age, Ted joined New Bethel Baptist Church, where he received Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. Later in life, he joined True Love Full Gospel Baptist Church. Following high school, Ted developed a passion for driving. He created a great career as a truck driver. He drove for 35 years.

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Ted gained his heavenly eternity. He leaves to cherish his memory; his mother, Evelyn Hurdle, his children, Teddryck Hightower and Kiesha “Victoria” Hightower, his grandchildren, Ashton Hightower, Kameron Mays, Madison Hightower, Lauren Mays, Matthew Mays, and Makenzie Mays, his brother, Donald Hurdle, and sister, Donna Hurdle, and uncle, cousins, two close friends, Tracy Lane and Thirlon Clemmons.

Celebration of Life

Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 Noon

Harrison’s Memorial Chapel, Inc.

3320 Millbranch Road

Memphis, Tennessee 38116

Pastor Cameran Harris

Musical Prelude

Musical Selection......................................................................The Voices Prayer..............................................................................LaShonda Dancy

Scripture Readings:

Old Testament: Psalms 23:1-6.........................Elder Tarvis Dancy

New Testament: John 1:1-6..............................Elder Tarvis Dancy

Musical Selection......................................................................Nikki Batts

Expressions of Love: (Respectfully, Three Minutes Please)

Thirlon Clemmons

Elder Tarvis Dancy

Musical Selection......................................................................The Voices

Silent Reading of Obituary.........................................................Soft Music

Musical Selection................................................................Krystal Walker

Eulogy...................................................................Pastor Cameran Harris

Recessional

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

~Acknowledgements ~

We, the family of Elvin Curtis Hightower, Jr, “Ted,” are profoundly grateful for each and every expression of love and concern extended to us during this period of transition. We have been comforted by your calls, prayers, and other thoughtful deeds. We express our sincere thanks for the way in which your sympathy has been shown. You have shown us how much you care, and we say, “Thank You”. Your thoughtfulness will always be cherished. It is our earnest and sincere prayer that all of God’s richest blessings are showered upon you in abundant measures. Again, we Thank You!