Corporal Patrick Braden Higgins

It has been almost six months since Patrick died. As his grandparents we still miss him terribly. We visit his grave site at the National Cemetery in Montevallo each week and lay fresh flowers. I am saddened by his loss.

Patrick is my son... its been 5 months, but it is no easier than the day it happened. I miss him terribly and I hope to see him again one day. His memory will carry me on through the rest of my life...in everything I do.

Shane, please know that you and your family have our deepest sympathies.
Joe, Laurie, Jacob & Lexie Fretz

I did not know Patrick or any of his family but I am nevertheless heartbroken over the loss off this beautiful young man. I pray for his peace and comfort for his family.

Patrick is my oldest grandson. He was my best buddy, he was my best friend. He made his grandparents so proud of the man he grew up to be. We will miss Patrick all of the days of our lives, but we are confident that we will be with Patrick forever in the arms of the LORD.

I first met Patrick when he was a 5 year old little boy and moved in next door. I watched him grow up over the next 17 years and become a man. His parents raised him well. We had many talks, we borrowed tools from each other, we shared stories, we rode motorcycles together, we tinkered on them together, we both liked guns and cars, and the military. I learned a lot from Patrick despite being 30+ years older than him.....that’s the kind of young man he was. He loved life, he loved his family...