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FLORENCE HIGGINS Obituary

Florence Higgins (nee Phelan), 85 of Chicago, IL., dear wife of William P. Higgins for 62 wonderful years; loving mother of Patrick J. (Sarah E. Edwards) Higgins of Nashville, Mary Regina (Randall E.) Reither, William J. (Cynthia J. Kraft) Higgins and Eileen T. Higgins; beloved daughter of the late William J. and the late Mabel Drury Phelan, cherished sister of the late James W. (Patricia), the late Mary Regina and the late William K. (Mary Joyce) Phelan; adored grandmother of William, Lillian & Clay Higgins, Charles, Daniel, Robert & Scott Reither, Bridget, Caitlin & Jack Higgins; and fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Florence was a graduate of St. Angela Grammar School, Trinity High School and Dominican University and CPS teacher for over 25 years. Visitation Wednesday, November 5, 2014 from 3:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Funeral Services Begin: Thursday 9:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home and will proceed to Our Lady Mother of the Church, Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Big Shoulders Fund for Catholic Education, 212 W. Van Buren, Suite 900, Chicago, IL. 60607 (312-751-8337) or Misericordia, 6300 N. Ridge Avenue, Chicago, IL. 60660 (773-973-6300). Funeral Info: www.cumberlandchapels.co or 708/ 456-3410

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2014.

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Marilyn Caron

November 6, 2014

Bill, I was saddened to hear of Florence's passing. She was such a lovely person.
Marilyn, Mrs. Coleman Caron

Robert Shanahan

November 6, 2014

To the Higgins Family

On behalf of the entire Shanahan Family, I wish to express how sorry we are for your loss. So many fond memories with the families. I am certain that Florence will be greeted by some friendly smiles.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

November 6, 2014

Dear Reggie and Randy and Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all during this sad time and wishing you comfort and peace. May Florence rest in Eternal Peace. Sending our love--Cris and Lisa Dosev and family.

Christina Snyder

November 6, 2014

Patrick,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Tom McGovern

November 5, 2014

I have very pleasent memories of Florence & Bill Higgins back in St. Angela parish. They were both quite active in & contributed to the life of the parish. Great People!

Tokio Marine

November 5, 2014

Patrick,
Your friends at Tokio Marine in the US and Globally offer our condolences for the passing of your mother.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Hirofumi Shimoyama

November 5, 2014

Patrick, Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your great loss. My and Japan colleagues' prayers are with you and your family.

The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia

November 4, 2014

Our sympathies and prayers for Florance and all the Higgins.

Lisa Thoss

November 4, 2014

Florence was such an amazing person and teacher. She will be missed deeply by us all.

November 4, 2014

Patrick, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Jimmy and I are praying for you and your family. Julie Wisener

November 4, 2014

Dear Uncle Bill and faminly, we are so sorry for your loss. Aunt Florence was a light and a joy to all that she came into contact with. Our prayers and love are with you. Dylan and Carol Higgins

Patty Spotz

November 4, 2014

Dear Uncle Bill & Family

I will miss Aunt Florence and love her always. Her memory will always be in my heart. A wonderful Aunt and Godmother to me and everyone who loved her.

Love,
Patty & Family

Josh Kreft

November 4, 2014

Patrick, you and your family will be in my prayers, sorry for your loss.

Traci Perkins

November 4, 2014

Patrick & family, we are so very sorry for your loss. I know words cannot take away the pain of losing someone you love - especially your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all this week and in the weeks to come as you grieve your loss and rejoice with the angels. With love, Traci & Richard Perkins

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

November 4, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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