Nov 22, 2022

Martin Ray Highlander 1950 - 2022

Posted Nov 22, 2022 6:18 PM

Martin Ray Highlander, 72, of Platte City, MO passed away November 18, 2022.

He was born on November 2, 1950, to William Franklin and Mary (Martin) Highlander in Platte City, MO where grew up and graduated from Platte City High School. He later attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO where he received two bachelor’s degrees. 

Marty was lifelong farmer and enjoyed bowling and golfing. 

He was preceded in death by his parents William “Tank” and Mary “Shortie” Highlander and his brother Franklin “Skippy” Highlander.

Marty is survived by longtime girlfriend Dorothy Jenkins; several cousins and many friends.

Graveside Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 23rd, at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Weston, MO.

Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.