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Brian James HIGGINS
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Brian HIGGINS Obituary
1950 - 2017
On July 16, 2017, Brian peacefully folded his final hand. He will forever be held in the hearts of his wife Jennifer Davidson; his sisters Peggy, Mary Anne, Kathleen and Julia; his brothers Kevin and Brendan and their families. Also feeling the loss are Brian's beloved companions, Brillo and Bubba Looey. Brian touched the lives, hearts, and souls of countless people. As a passionate and devoted football coach, Brian helped shape the skill and character of his players. As the Supervising Lawyer of the Law Students Legal Advice Program at UBC, Brian merged his Law degree with his passion for coaching, and mentored his students into careers defined by values and integrity. As a poker player (not a gambler) Brian graced tables from The Lumberman's Club to Vegas leaving the other players sometimes poorer, but always richer for having met him. Over the years many have come to hold dear the honour of friendship with Brian. From Burnaby to Palm Springs, from high school to retirement, Brian was surrounded by his cherished and valued friends. A website has been set up at http:/ /www.weloveyoubrian.ca/. If Brian touched your life in any way, please join us for a Celebration of his Extraordinary Life on July 31 from 1-4 p.m. at Northview Golf Course 6857 168 St. Surrey. Flowers, condolences, and loving friendships are greatly appreciated.
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Joel Richards
February 13, 2020
I just became aware of Brian's passing in an online search of his name in anticipation of a visit to Vancouver this summer. I traveled with Brian and his then wife Teresa in Europe for several months in 1973-74. I remember a charismatic, adventurous young man that that loved life on the road. He was special.
October 18, 2017
Just heard of Brian's passing. Brian was a great guy,smart, friendly'principled and personable in the extreme.I played a lot of poker with Brian about 30 years ago and at that time Brian was Gerald McRaney's doppleganger. He is the only person that I have known that was the spitting image of celebrity that was on television weekly at that time.I think Brian enjoyed being mistaken for McRaney. You left too soon Brian. Affectionally and respectfully, John Aalborg.
Jack Ognistoff
August 5, 2017
I just learned of your loss a few days ago from a mutual friend. My condolences to all of Brian's brothers and sisters, to the whole Higgins clan, and to his wife.
Ula
August 1, 2017
RIP Brian
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August 1, 2017
A number of us from '67 attended yesterday at Northview. Lindsay, McNulty, MacDonald, Folka and myself.
Deepest thoughts and condolences to you Kevin and your family.
Brian was a friend to each of us (very easily so) and to all he touched since STM years.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember him.
Brian (Porter)
Lois Shelton
July 31, 2017
Brian was a great teacher and a very entertaining person to talk with. His presentations to legal advocates were very dynamic and all those who were trained by him appreciated his work.
Bill Marshall
July 31, 2017
Brian was a generous and giving soul. He will be missed greatly by all those that knew him. Even the casual acquaintance, like myself. RIP.
July 29, 2017
So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. We went thru elementary & high school together. The memories we keep after 50 plus years fade somewhat but give me a smile.He will be missed at our Golden Grad next year.Condolences to all the family. Rick King
Gayle Hernandez
July 27, 2017
Love and prayers to all loved ones. You are in my heart.
Alison Brown
July 24, 2017
To Brian's family and loved ones I am deeply sorry for your loss. I was one of the many students who learned from Brian at LSLAP. It is incredible to think of the countless lives he touched through UBC clients, students, colleagues. I will be forever grateful to him for guiding me, as a first year student, to assisting my first clients. He was my first example in this profession. I was very fortunate.
Jamie Maclaren
July 24, 2017
He spread so much light and compassion in the world-- I'll miss Brian a lot. RIP.
Bill Kasuya
July 24, 2017
sorry to hear the bad news-was a highly regarded moral soul with a great sense of humour-the year I coached along Brian with the westside warriors- was one of the best times of my life-also played with Brian at the poker clubs and was respected and was a gentleman-he will be missed by those who knew him-RIP
July 23, 2017
Brian and I dated many many years ago, my deepest sympathy to the family on the shocking news. My heart is sad for your loss. Dianne
Mike & Lin Duddy
July 23, 2017
Condolences to the Higgins families
Philip Seligman
July 23, 2017
It was always a pleasure to play poker and visit with Brian at the Hard Rock... a true gentleman and a kind soul. He will be missed.
July 22, 2017
kind,generous,giving ,a heart of a lion and the most caring human I have met ......R.I.P
Laurie and Arlene O'Toole
July 22, 2017
We will miss you cousin
Roy Kunicky
July 22, 2017
A wonderful human being.RIP Brian
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