Charles Higgins

Charles Higgins obituary, Gates, NY

Charles Higgins

Charles Higgins Obituary

Visit the New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Westside Location website to view the full obituary.

Passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 81. 

Predeceased by his wife, Joan; son, Kevin Higgins; brothers, Harold Higgins & Lynn Higgins.

He is survived by his children, Daniel Higgins & Brian (Lesley) Higgins; granddaughter, Justine Kauffman; grandchildren, Todd Higgins & Nathan Higgins; step-grandson, Ronald (Regina) Blaessig & Daniel Blaessig; sister, Dorothy Carmody; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and life long friends.

Charles was a retiree of Eastman Kodak. He loved life and living it. 

Services will be held at the convenience of the family, follow this page for more information.

Contributions may be made to: Local VFW Post

To share a memory of Charles or leave a special message for his family, visit the guest book below.

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New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Westside Location

2636 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626

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