Darien L. Higgenbottom

Darien Lamont Higgenbottom, 50, of Springfield, Ohio, lovingly known as Frog, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023. He was born July 22, 1973 to Lavonda Simpson and Tommy Clayborne.

He was a 1992 graduate of South High School. A beloved father, son, and brother to many. Darien was employed at Springfield Regional Medical Center as a floor tech where he shared many laughs and good times with his work antics and jokes. He enjoyed spending time with his grandsons at which he was his happiest.

Darien's favorite football team was Ohio State and he was proud that his niece attends there. He had a loved for cars; most notably, Cadillacs, taking pictures showcasing good times with friends and family as he was always flashing what he called his million dollar smile. Darien had an infinite love of Sean John clothing and the color pink.

Darien leaves to cherish his memory: his children, Darien Higgenbottom, Jr., Deanna Reed, and DeAaron Long; grandsons, Khylon Clay and Khamani Reed; mother, Lavonda Simpson (Gene); father, Tommy “Tuck” Clayborne; sisters, Melissa Evans (Maurice), Stephanie Higgenbottom, and Dana Clayborne; brother, Robert Evans; nieces, Tyra Higgenbottom, Kayla Parks, and Donjanae Higgenbottom; great-niece, Lundyn McIntosh; great-nephew, Noavon Morrison; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. Special mention of friends: Terrence Crowe, Jimmy Compton, Kevin Jeffrey, and Nancy Cosby.

He was preceded in death by his infant son, D. Higgenbottom; maternal grandmother, Sally Higgenbottom; paternal grandmother, Annie Ruth Love; brothers, Donald L. Higgenbottom and Tommy Clayborne, Jr.; as well as, several aunts, uncles and family members.

His love extends to a multitude of people near and far and he will be forever missed.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023 at El Bethel Temple, 2049 Clifton Ave, Springfield, Ohio 45506.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of KINLEY Funeral Home.