Ralph Wilson Higgs

RALP WIlSON HIGGS (Royal Canadian Navy HMCS Bonaventure 1955-1960) It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ralph. Beloved husband of Jean. Father of Deanna, Candice (Kaye) and Ralph Jr. (Joelle). Cherished Grandpa of Clayton, Brant, Rachael and Amelia and expected new grandson Ralph Julien. Ralph was the son of the late Claire and William Higgs. Brother of Alison Lindsay (Ken), Graeme (Jacques) and Alan (Patti). Much loved 'brother' of Gord, who shared each and every day tending to Ralph's needs for the past year and a half, and sisters-in-law Diana Humphrys, Mary Bath, Pat Campbell and Shirley Devriese (Renee). Ralph will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Thank you to all who loved and supported us, church family, friends and neighbours for all of the cards, prayers, gifts, phone calls and many visits. We also wish to express our thanks and gratitude to CCAC, Dean Walters, Dr. Tanious Palliative Care Team, March of Dimes, DVA, Branch No. 606 Royal Canadian Legion, Dr. Peter Ferguson and his team, Dr. Rau, Dr. Yasufuku, Dr. Blackstein, Dr. Joan Atkinson, Dr. Jake Kempenaar, Dr. D. Sliwowicz, all of the nursing staff and Pastor Fred Stewart. Friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax (905-428-9090) on Friday, January 29, 2010 from 4-9 p.m. and on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Amberlea Presbyterian Church (1822 Whites Road, Pickering) from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. In keeping with Ralph's wishes, in lieu of flowers, a donation or non-perishable food item for the Ajax Salvation Army Food Bank would be greatly appreciated. Contributions may be brought to the Funeral Home or Church.