Scheherazade M. Higgins

You were a beautiful soul, and the brightest of light. I was happy to have known you and called you a friend. Rest sweetly. Love you always,
Randy Vandenberg

Brian, we are all so sorry to hear the news about the passing of your wife Sheri. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
The Banak Family

Sheri,

We just had a full week of family getting together to celebrate your life. So many incredible memories were shared and there were plenty of laughs and tears. You will be missed and it´s obvious you left in incredible impact on you´re friends and family. Our loss is heavens gain though and I hope you are are enjoying paradise!

To Brian and the Higgins Family,
We send our love.
Tony & Carol

Dear my sweet friend Sheri, It's taken me a bit to be able to write this as I am still in shock. I met Sheri over 30 years ago through work. We became friends, became closer a few years later when mutual friends brought us back together. We eventually became roommates when Niko was 4 years old. I always said that those years together I would never forget. We loved to reminisce and smile and laugh at all the fun times we had, not thinking that those days would have a life long effect and forever bond us. We stayed friends and visited each other a few times and then life gets busy. Facebook always helped us stay close and we enjoyed a the little things about each others lives. I knew she was happy, in love and loving life. Sheri was the type of friend that would write newsletters in her xmas cards to let you know all the details about Niko growing up and spending time with family. I miss her, I can't believe she had left us. I am so sorry and my sincerely condolences to her Niko and family. She was my very good friend and I loved her very much. May she rest in piece. I have nothing but the best of memories. She is forever in my heart.

Words to accurately describe my beautiful cousin Sheri escape me. She was so loving and kind with a beauty that was not only in her face. She will be missed terribly.
Brian, Niko and family, you are in my heart and prayers. If ever I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Fly high sweet angel!

Brian and family we will always remember Sheri and the fun we had together celebrating Mary Higgins birthday last summer. She was so kind and Dan and I know she will be missed. Thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time. ❤Dan & Kyle O’Grady

Sheri my beautiful sister cousin my friend I feel privileged to of been blessed to have been lucky to have grown up with each other . You have always had a big loving heart . You would walk in a room and smile just took over . I will miss our late night talks . My family will miss you I will miss you .
I pray our Lord sends strength to your love Brian,your Niko , Frank Kevin , Tia Afra and all in your big wonderful family .
I believe you touched the hearts of anyone who was blessed to of met you . Rest In Peace Prima

Losing you Sheri is beyond devastating our beautiful sister cousin . Your wonderful smile and loving heart will always be missed . You will forever be in our hearts . Till we all meet again sweet Sheri loving you forever . Rest knowing you were loved by all and will so terribly missed Love you Prima in your honor a donation as been made to "Misericordia"in your name from your Uncle Ricky Viramontes your cousins and family .

Sheri, Rest in Peace sweet friend. Lisa Acevedo

I can not believe such a sweet person is gone.. We were not close but on Facebook you never said a mean word but only kindness. OUR prayers go out to the family. Solomon & Andy. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Sheri, You are my sister and my best friend. We have shared so many milestones together, marriage, babies, parents, friends, holidays, work, I can go on and on. I am not sure what I did to deserve you, but I thank God everyday for you. Sheri, you are beautiful, wonderful, strong, love and light. I can't imagine my life without you. I love you so much.

Brian, Niko, Kevin, and Frank, I pray to the Lord to give you strength through this difficult time. Please know that my heart is with you, and and I want to be a support in whatever way is needed.

Until we meet again, all my love,
Lisa

"Those special memories of you
will always bring a smile
if only I could have you back
just for a little while
then we can sit and talk again
just like we use to do
you always meant so very much and always will too the fact you are no longer here
will always cause me pain
but you´re forever in my heart
until we meet again"

With so much love, your nephew and Godson,
Cameron.

Dear Aunt Sheri,

I will always remember your never ending smile, contagious laugh, bright outlook, and all the good times we shared.

Only an aunt can give hugs like a mother, keep secrets like a sister, and share love like a friend. You are a part of my earliest and fondest memories and always will be. Growing up, you were a strong, independent role model to me, a woman I both respected and admired for your sharp wit, confidence in your decisions, and overall kind and caring spirit. You were like another mother to me, and I will always be grateful for the many lessons I received from you.

I learned to be resilient and determined, confident and self-assured, compassionate and fierce all at once. You filled my childhood with love and lessons, and I know I speak for everyone when I say that you taught us how to laugh; how to live. You raised us with your soul and spirit, and I will always be grateful for that.

You have left a remarkable legacy here on earth. Know that you will never be forgotten and always loved by all of us in the family. I was so privileged to have you as my very special aunt that meant so very much to me, you were such an important part of our family. You understood every family member and had a sixth sense about how to support each one of us whenever we needed that extra hug or encouragement. You were always there, no matter the circumstances.

I will miss your guidance and your laughter. I will hold you in my heart forever. May you rest in peace and guide us from heaven.

With all my love, Annalisa

Brain and family we were saddened to hear of Sheri's passing, no words can soften the anguish you feel at the moment. know we will keep all of you in our prayers.

Brian, Niko and family I´m so very sorry about Sheri´s passing, I have always loved her and worshipped our friendship of 40 years plus. We had an instant friendship sophomore that I will always cherish. The memories will stay with me in my heart forever. Prayers and thoughts are with everyone.

My sincere condolences to Niko, Brian and family. My sister of the heart will be missed greatly. Thanks Sheri for some wonderful memories

Aunt Sheri had the unique ability of radiating all her positivity and genuine care into all those she interacted with. From my first interaction with her when I was only 8 years old, to my last, it would be impossible for the genuine smile to leave my face. As the afore memories have said, the Higgins crew can be a boisterous bunch, yet from her marriage to Uncle B in 2008 on, she only amplified and heightened the love, energy, and harmony our family has. To have had her as a member of the family is such an unbelievable honor and privilege. Aunt Sheri's effervescent presence as well as her zeal for life had an infectious effect on all those she met, and to have had that as a model is something I will forever be grateful for.

Uncle B, Niko, Kev, and Frank, my heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you. Love you and always here for you.

Aunt Sheri will be remembered for the light and warmth she brought with her everywhere. She had a kind and genuine smile, and we are so lucky she shared it with us! The Higgins fam is quite the crew and Aunt Sheri not only seamlessly fit in, but contributed her joyous energy! We are so thankful to her for her time, love, and energy.
Uncle B, Niko, Frank, and Kevin; sending you guys all my love! Always here for you should you need anything. Big hugs, Emmy

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends, with Love, Rob Widowski ❤

My sincerest sympathy to family and friends. I met Sheri in California years ago and have been friends ever since. She was such a happy, loving sole and will be missed greatly. All are in our prayers and thoughts.

My deepest condolences to the family. Sheri was a good friend during the time she lived in California. My prayers are with you all.

I'm so glad Uncle B brought Aunt Sheri into our lives, and we were blessed with the opportunity of getting to know her and Niko over the last 20 years. The Higgins family can be a tough bunch, but Sheri's smile and laugh was contagious and immediately brightened everyone's mood every time she walked into the room. A beautiful and insanely loving, caring, and thoughtful woman, she will be dearly missed until the day we meet again.

Our condolences to Brian and all family. May God comfort you and please know that you are in our prayers.

Someone so much a part of us is never really gone, love and memories live forever.........find comfort in the wonderful time you shared.

Aunt Sheri had the ability to light up any room she walked in to. She was extremely warm, fun-loving, and kind. At every family event, she made an effort to speak to everyone, hear what was going on in our lives, and make us all laugh. Because we both worked in the legal industry, she was always willing to give me career advice and discuss potential career paths. Aunt Sheri supported her loved ones in everything they chose to do.

Uncle Brian, Niko, Frank, and Kev - it was obvious how much Aunt Sheri loved you all. We will miss her so so much. Love you guys endlessly <3

I'll always remember Aunt Sheri's positive attitude and contagious sense of joy. She made everyone around her feel special because she genuinely cared for them. She was a light to her family and will be greatly missed. We love you Aunt Sheri.

I was so fortunate and thankful to meet Sheri about eight years ago when I began my journey of joining the Higgins family because she was an immediate bright, warm, and welcoming light. She immediately came up to me, hugged me, told me how happy she was to meet me, and how excited she was to get to know me. I think she might have known how overwhelming and maybe a little scary meeting a big, rambunctious but intensely-loving family of big personalities could be, and she wanted to make sure I had a friend, a steadying-totem. And then she WAS such a wonderful, comforting, funny, I’ll-join-you-in-this-silly-mischief, sweet friend. I will forever, forever be thankful that Sheri came to meet in that room, touched my shoulder, cheersed my drink, and became my friend, and then family. She’s been such a blessing. I’m going to miss having her here with us so much, but I’m relieved and comforted by the thought that she’s with God and at peace. I’m thinking about and praying for Uncle Brian, Frank, Kevin, and Niko and all of those beautiful, loving, gracious family members of ours; and for everybody who was lucky enough to get to know and be touched by Sheri. A special one ❤

It was a pleasure to meet you, dear Sheri. That undeniable spark when you smiled, will always be celebrated. We light a candle today and forever, but I'm sure you'll keep lightening up our paths. Thank you so much, beautiful - will always be grateful for your warmth & kindness.

I was so fortunate and thankful to meet Sheri about eight years ago when I began my journey of joining the Higgins family because she was an immediate bright, warm, and welcoming light. She immediately came up to me, hugged me, told me how happy she was to meet me, and how excited she was to get to know me. I think she might have known how overwhelming and maybe a little scary meeting a big, rambunctious but intensely-loving family of big personalities could be, and she wanted to make sure I had a friend, a steadying-totem. And then she WAS such a wonderful, comforting, funny, I´ll-join-you-in-this-silly-mischief, sweet friend. I will forever, forever be thankful that Sheri came to meet in that room, touched my shoulder, cheersed my drink, and became my friend, and then family. She´s been such a blessing. I´m going to miss having her here with us so much, but I´m relieved and comforted by the thought that she´s with God and at peace. I´m thinking about and praying for Uncle Brian, Frank, Kevin, and Niko and all of those beautiful, loving, gracious family members of ours; and for everybody who was lucky enough to get to know and be touched by Sheri. A special one

Genuine empathy in a person is somewhat of a rare quality to come across in this day and age - this is one of the central qualities of my aunt Sheri that I admire the most. With genuine empathy, comes an instinct to listen, to acknowledge, and to care for others - to create safe and comfortable environments for your loved ones. I witnessed her display these qualities primarily within our family, and especially with her son Niko, my cousins Kevin & Frank, and my uncle Brian. I find myself inspired by her authenticity - through her willingness to love & nurture, through the congruency of her beliefs, and through her unabashed way of speaking her mind - fearlessly expressing herself while taking care not to make others feel small or insignificant. I love you aunt Sheri, thank you for being in our lives. You may have left this realm, but your spirit lives on in those of us left behind.

Sheri was always one of the first to give me a huge hug at any family event. Sharing stories about California, dogs, and work with a big smile. Kind, accepting, and always making everyone feel included. You´ll be greatly missed, Aunt Sheri. Love you!

Aunt Sheri was an incredibly special woman that I feel so blessed to have had in my life. She was one of the most perpetually kind, thoughtful, warm, caring and fun people I´ve ever had the joy to meet. She had a way of making people feel so special, she was always so excited to catch up, and such a ball to chat with. She had a huge heart, always sticking up for the underdog; and such an impressive energy for reading, listening, and learning.

Sheri will be so, so missed.

My thoughts and prayers to those she left behind. Sherri was always a positive light in everyone's life. She will be missed.

Brian, Niko, Frank, and Kevin,

Sheri was a bright light in all of our lives. She welcomed everyone with a beautiful smile and warm hug everytime she was around. Anyone who knows Sheri, knows how much love she had in her heart and how much pride she had when she talked about her family...you all were her entire world. I'm so thankful to have known her, Sheri will truly be missed. Our prayers go out to your family during these difficult times. We love you so so much.

Conor, Katherine, Shea, and Finn.

My Aunt Sheri was an exceptional human being. Although she married into the Higgins family, she loved every one of us as if we were her own since day one. Seeing the love she would show all of my aunts, uncles, cousins and grandmother always inspired me to not take any of them for granted and I consider myself lucky to have had her in my life. Thank you for everything Aunt Sheri, and know that we all love and will miss you dearly.

May you soar high into Heaven with your Angel wingsMay the LORD JESUS be there to embrace you and welcome you home

My sweet cousin Sheri Higgins has passed . Finding the right words to express your loss is difficult. However I will choose to remember you as go getter, you were kind loving and brave. You stood up for yourself and anyone or anything you believed in and we all knew it, you did an amazing job raising Niko, I know he meant the world to you and although I didn't get to meet Brian I do know you loved him and he loved you immensely, my condolences to him. And my tia Afra Viramontes may she find peace and comfort knowing that your daddy was there to greet you love you cousin

Brian, Thinking of you and your family at this time of sorrow. May God Bless you all.

A sad day for our family. We will miss our beautiful and sweet Sheri. I remember how proud her Dad was when she was born. She was his princess. My prayers are with you, Afra, Brian, Nico, and all of her siblings and family. Aunt Clara

Brian, Nikolas, Frank, Kevin and all of Sheri's family. With much sympathy; our thoughts and prayers are with you. With love from the Skalko family...xoxoxoxo

I have wonderful childhood memories of Sheri and her family growing up on the same street in Mundelein. Happy we were able to connect again later on as adults. She was a beautiful person and loved her family. She will be missed by many.

Ms. Sheri, what can I say? You were the light of any room you were in. On my way to visit you in the hospital I racked my brain trying to think of someone more kind, genuine, caring, or loving and I couldn't come up with a single person. The way you lived your life was admirable. So hopeful and continually positive. The loss of you is a tremendous one. We will stay strong and keep the faith because it is what you would've wanted. Although it will be much harder with out you here, I am glad that you are no longer in pain. May the road rise up.

- Nevin and family

Brian, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brian, I remember well when you married and Lyda and I are so sorry for you and your family about Sheri. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sheri brought so much love and light into the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her! She was an incredibly caring person who showed the sort of genuine kindness that is hard to come by, but is a gift to anyone who receives it. She also had the rare skill of being able to speak up and advocate for the things that mattered to her in a way that was both passionate AND humble-fierce and gentle at the same time! The impact of her love, warm & welcoming spirit, and fun personality will never be forgotten!

Brian, I am so sorry for you and the family, my condolences, my prayers and thoughts are with and your family,
Jim

May God bless your family left behind here on earth. May they find comfort and peace knowing you are their guardian Angel watching over them. Please accept my deepest condolences to your family and friends. Sincerely MaryBeth Migliore

Our sympathy and special prayers for Sheri and all her family and friends.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sheri was a true Angel
In Love and Light
Jann and Mikki Lawlor

I will forever cherish the memories if the weeks we got to spend together when we were little girls. I'll never forget how my mom use to sew us cute little matching sundresses everyday so we could match the whole week. Live you always Sheri!

You will be missed by so many. Everyone you touched was left smiling. Heaven gained an angel. God bless the entire family and all your friends. We love you Sheri!!
The Kuenn Family