1927

Born in Tulia, Texas, October 30

1941

Began serving as church organist. Served as church organist for over fifty years at First Baptist Church Tulia, First Baptist Church Vernon, and First Baptist Church Austin

1945-1950

Attended Baylor University. Graduated, 1949, B.M. with organ concentration. Began work on masters in music

1950

Married Jack Hightower of Memphis Texas, August 26

1953

Daughter Ann born, January 7

1954

Lived briefly in Fort Worth, Texas

1956

Daughter Amy born, September 21

1959

Daughter Alison born, November 22

1950s - Present

Musician's Club

19xx

Community Concert Organization, Chairman

1950s-60s

Camp Fire Girls, Co-leader

19xx

Sierra Verde Garden Club, President

1950s - Present

Book clubs in Vernon and Austin

1999-2005

Baylor University Libraries Board of Advisors

Baylor Alumni Association Life Member