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HIGLEY, Dennis James
Dennis James Higley, 61, of South Windsor, beloved husband of Karen (Livesey) Higley, passed away Monday, (November 4, 2013) at Manchester Memorial Hospital. He was born April 29, 1952 in Hartford, beloved son of Luella (Beard) Higley Wasil of West Simsbury and the late Robert I. Higley, Sr. and had lived in Simsbury for many years prior to moving to South Windsor. Dennis was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Mr. Higley owned and operated Higley Trucking in South Windsor for the past 26 years. Dennis was a lifetime member of the VFW Metacomet Post #1926 in Simsbury. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and visiting with friends and family. Dennis also enjoyed collecting various items, fishing, shooting and socializing. Besides his wife of 33 years and his mother, he is survived by his three sons, Dennis N. Higley and his wife Maricel of Naugatuck, Matthew Higley and his wife Danis of South Windsor and Nicholas Higley of South Windsor; three grandchildren, Stephen and Stanley Higley of Naugatuck and Kylee Higley of South Windsor; two brothers, Robert I. Higley, Jr. and his wife Laurel and Allen Higley and his wife Marianne; two sisters, Laurie Sager and her husband Don and Diana Woronecki and her husband Don and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by two uncles, Earl Higley and Harold Beard.
Friends may call at the Vincent Funeral Home, 880 Hopmeadow Street in Simsbury on Thursday, November 7, from 4-8 p.m. Graveside service with military honors will be held on Friday, November 8, 12 noon at the Simsbury Cemetery, 160 Plank Hill Road in Simsbury. Memorial donations may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project in his name. Please visit his "Book of Memories" at www.vincentfuneralhome.com for online condolences.
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for Dennis HIGLEY
November 13, 2013
I had the pleasure of doing business with Dennis over the years and he was always jovial and optimistic. He was a wonderful person and I was saddened to hear of his sudden passing. My sympathy to the Higley Family
Darlyne Jackson
Boway Express, Inc
Ana and Herb Acevedo
November 9, 2013
Dear Karen, Dennis, Matt and Nick: We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God give you the strength to move on.
mike castor
November 7, 2013
hey denny be there friday family rest up mikeys coming make sure u guys eat ok be there soon oh can i bring diane love ya denny miss ya budd i will keep an eye on matt for sure ok bts
Phil
November 7, 2013
May God be with your family as you deal with this loss you experienced (Psalms 55:16).
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Keith & Lori White
November 6, 2013
Karen, Dennis, Matt & Nick we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences in hopes that they will help ease your pain.
Robert Taylor
November 6, 2013
To the Higley family, I want to send my deepest condolences. May God give you peace in this time and may He strengthen you as you walk through this valley.
Stuart & Sharon Carroll
November 6, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Brenda Krajewski
November 6, 2013
Dear Karen,Denny,Matt,Nick & entire family,
We are deeply saddened at the sudden loss of such a wonderful person taken way to young. Dennis was a vibrant man devoted to his family. He had a smile that could charm anyone & a heart made of gold.He will be remembered for so many things, but for us, it will be his gentle demeanor,keen sense of humor, & waiting to hear about "the next great invention!" His mind was always going! He will be deeply missed. We have a lifetime of memories to help us all through the coming days, weeks & months ahead. Prayers of love & strength are being sent your way.
warmly,
Brenda,Tom & family
Jamie Sutherland
November 6, 2013
Sorry not able to go I have to work ? sending my love to all
David Savo
November 6, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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