Robert John Higgins

Robert John Higgins obituary, Princeton, NJ

Robert John Higgins

Robert Higgins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Mather-Hodge Funeral Home on Sep. 19, 2024.
Robert John Higgins was born in Princeton and remained a lifelong resident. He was an Army veteran who was stationed in Europe during WWII. Bob was also a member of Engine Co. #1 (We Lead, Let Others Follow), Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad, and St. Paul's Church. He was a graduate of Princeton High School and General Motors Institute. Bob retired from Ford Motor Co. after a career spanning 4 decades.
Bob is predeceased by his wife, Clarice (Chris) Boice Higgins; his parents, James and Julia; his brother, James Jr; and his sister, Katharine.
Bob is survived by his son, Robert "Bob" Jr. (Janet); his daughter, Lynn Higgins Miller (Paul); his grandchildren, Michele and PJ Miller; and his much-loved great-grandpups, Mulligan (Westie) and Chloe (Frenchie).
A funeral mass will be held at St. Paul's Church on Tuesday, September 24th at 10 AM. A burial will follow at Princeton Cemetery, during which time Bob and his beloved wife, Chris, will be laid to rest together, as they desired.
Contributions in Bob's memory may be made to Engine Co. #1 (13 Chestnut St. Princeton 08542) or Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad.

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