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Kaari Higgins Obituary

Kaari (Michl) HIGGINS 12/31/63 ~ 1/7/11 Beloved daughter of Wally and Marie Ellen Michl, loving mother of Lindsay and Ryan Higgins, sister of Eric and Wally Michl Jr. Kaari is survived by her parents, Wally and Marie Ellen, her children, Lindsay and Ryan, her brothers, Eric and Wally Jr., sister-in-law Kim, Her ex-husband and best friend, Craig Higgins, nephews, Alejandro, and Grayson, niece, Yadra, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins in Alaska, Norway, Germany, Stanwood, and Seattle. Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on 1/15/11, at Evergreen-Washelli, followed by a memorial service at 1:00pm at Bethany Lutheran Church, 7400 Woodlawn Ave. NE, Seattle. A reception will follow in the church social hall. Memorials in Kaari's name may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church or Seattle Children's Hospital for the study of Mitochondrial and Metabolic disorders.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jan. 12 to Jan. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Kaari Higgins

18 Entries

February 8, 2011

Just heard this sad news today, February 8th. We were in the same class at HNA. Even though it was a small enough class that everyone knew each other, most people spent their time with a circle of friends. Kaari was one of those rare people who talked with everyone, especially those or were quiet or shy. When Kaari attended a 20 year reunion event, she was so radiant while talking about her family. She will truly be missed at the 30th reunion next year.

Josie Leahy-Brooks

January 14, 2011

I wrote this poem Feb. 2007 and I think of Kaari in my words. I'll see you in the clouds Kaari.

Look Up

She loves to find sweet life,
That lives up in the sky.
Clouds paint so many pictures
She need not ask them why.
Today she saw the hummingbird
And then the dragonfly.
A otter lay across the clouds,
A dolphin made her cry.
Too many sites display themselves
She can’t believe her eyes
If one were to ever remember her
Just look up, and she’ll say hi.
Look up and she’ll say hi!

Kaari Michl as we will remember her.

January 13, 2011

Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary

January 13, 2011

We Sisters of the Holy Names offer our supportive prayers for the Higgins and Michl families. On behalf of all our Sisters who were on the Academy Faculty while Kaari was a student there, we pray that you may know her nearness often as she lives anew in God's Presence everywhere.

Barbie (Tobin) White

January 13, 2011

My heart aches to hear that you are gone, Kaari. You have had so many life struggles yet always had a smile, a heart of gold and kind words for us, your friends. You will be missed, our sweet gentle soul – we love you!

Sheri Brotten

January 13, 2011

Dearest Kaari, I will miss you so much you were my best friend and I don't even know what to say to express how sad I am. I was looking at pictures last night of happy times, wedding both yours and mine, baby showers, trips to Leavenworth, the Island. Sad to think I will never share that with you again. I was so looking forward to that big porch and rocking chairs when we got old! I miss you sweetie, I pray you will find peace in your afterlife you could never find on earth. I will see you again one day and we will laugh and chat, until then rest in peace. There will always be a place in my heart for you. Sheri

Sheri Brotten

January 13, 2011

Kaari, I will miss you so much, you were my best friend and we shared so many memories together. I looked through wedding pictures both yours and mine, trips to the Islands and Leavenworth with the girls, we had so much fun. A light in my life is gone never to be replaced. I hope you will find peace in the afterlife you never found on earth. I will see you again some day and we will laugh and talk like we once did, until that time I will miss you always and there will always be a piece of my heart that is will you. Love you always. Sheri

Anne Jewell(Lussier)

January 12, 2011

I went to HNA with Kaari and also was in the same Parish as her. Girl as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside, I really looked up to her. We rode Metro together sometimes.Truly one of the sweetest girls I have known! My condolences to her family.

Sheri Brotten

January 12, 2011

Kaari, I will miss you forever, you were my best friend and I don't know how to ever replace you. Rest well I pray you can find the peace in heaven you could not find on this earth. Until I see you again you will be forever in my thoughts and memories. Good bye for now dear friend. Sheri

richard roderick

January 12, 2011

1st of all my deepest condolences to the Higgins Michl family. I can say she really loved her parents and her 2 children. I enjoyed the times I made her laugh and the many conversations since nov 2010. I will miss her dearley. God Bless Rich

Heidy O'Connor

January 12, 2011

Kaari, I will miss you today, tomorrow and always, but you will always be in my heart and with this family. You have left us all such precious gifts in your children and we will be there for them always.Rest well my cousin you are loved by so many.

January 12, 2011

1st of all my deepest condolences to the Higgins Michl family. Kaari was one of the kindest, sweetest person I have ever met. Our relation-ship was brief beginning at swedish hosp. were I cared for her and kept in touch up till dec 30th2010. She really loved her 2 children and her parents. I will the times i made her laugh and our many conversations. I have lost a good friend, I will miss her. God bless. Rich

Pam & Charles

January 12, 2011

Rest well in God's perfect peace, precious child. We'll honor your memory honestly and hold so many beautiful memories until we meet you again... Heaven is brighter today with your light added to it.

Tricia Follansbee Johnson

January 12, 2011

Kaari, many wonderful memories of you fill my mind and heart. Thank you for that gift. Rest with God in peace.

anonymous

January 12, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jen Hey

January 12, 2011

I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Kaari. I haven't connected with her in a while, but know her to be a wonderful mother and person. We met in a music class when the girls were young and found out we were pregnant with our sons about the same time. Watching Kaari as she fought to give Ryan a good life was an inspiration. Her grace and selfless effort were amazing. My daughter, Madeline Emerson, is also very sorry to hear this news. She would love to help Lindsay in any way possible. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so sorry for this tragic loss.

Laurie McLaughlin Evans

January 12, 2011

Sweet Kaari. That is what I will remember always. Her sweet, kind nature. She was rarely without a smile and always with something witty or funny to say. Giggling during Religion classes or fighting to see who would sit next to the radiator during the winter. She wanted everyone to be happy. She showed a strength of character during the tough times and loved being a mother. She spoke with pride and joy of Lindsay and Ryan. My prayers are with her children and her family. She was loved.....

Josie Leahy-Brooks

January 12, 2011

Kaari,
Your smile, laugh and positive outlook will always be remembered and cherished. You were so beautiful and your beautiful soul will help us heal. My heart is broken for Linsay and Ryan, your family and all those who loved you, that are left behind. Be at peace Dear Kaari.

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