Laura Hightower, 51, of Panama City, passed away at Vitas Hospice on Thursday, July 7, 2022.  She was born February 26, 1971.  She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Tom & Dee Johnson, Coy & Ruth Hightower.  She is survived by her son, Reese Hightower (Meaghan); three grandchildren, Ella, Orion, Brenna; her mother, Charlotte J. Hightower; father, Bob Hightower (Donna); brother, Kyle Hightower (Carla); aunt, Joann Parish (Hal); and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A private service will be held at a later date. Laura was a member of City Church at Northside Those desiring may make memorial donations to Panama City Beach Turtle Watch. Donations can be made by filling out Turtle Watch Donation Form https://turtlewatch.org/donate/ and mailing to: PCB Turtle Watch, 6509 Palm Court, Panama City Beach, FL 32408.