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Erin Higgins Obituary
WAPPINGERS FALLS - Erin Brooke Higgins, 42, a resident of Harriman since 2015, died on September 21, 2017 from injuries sustained in an accident while visiting the New Jersey shore. She previously lived in New Windsor and was raised in Wappingers Falls.
Erin was born in Greenwich, CT on March 17, 1975. She was a 1994 graduate of Roy C. Ketcham High School then went on to Dutchess Community College, SUNY New Paltz, and Adelphi University where she received her Master's Degree. Erin was employed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Hudson Valley Mental Health, Inc. in Beacon. She had also worked at A Counseling Service in Monroe.
Erin is survived by her parents, Thomas and Betty (Sabourin) Higgins of Wappingers Falls; her sisters, Erica Higgins-Webster and her husband Robert of Guilderland and Melissa Higgins and her husband Rafael Cuello of New Windsor; her nephews, Nathaniel Webster, Samuel Webster, Noah Webster, Daniel Higgins, and Thomas "TJ" Higgins; her niece, Vanessa Higgins; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Erin enjoyed spending time with her nephews and niece, and loved being a "second" mom to them.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 1 pm at St. Mary, Mother of the Church, 106 Jackson Street, Fishkill.
Erin's final selfless act was being an organ donor. Donations may be made in Erin's memory to the Dutchess County SPCA, 636 Violet Avenue, Hyde Park, NY 12538. Arrangements are under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc. Please visit Erin's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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Lisa Sedita
December 31, 2017
Peace be with you on your journey Erin, Thank you for helping me through the loss of my child , I will always be grateful to you.
Barbara - mother of Daniel Smith
October 4, 2017
She helped my son tremendously during the six years they knew each other. He is overwhelmed with her passing. Pray for all those who lives she touched.
andrea wood-raphael
September 25, 2017
I was a high school and college friend of Erin's. She was very creative, kind and energetic. She will be missed! I know she was a wonderful soul and was always helping others with her good deeds.
Jade Lowe-Tyte
September 25, 2017
You were my social worker when I was a pre-teen and in placement for 4 years you did your job and of coarse I challenged it like any kid would but you always listened to my poetry and talked me outta of anger. My condolences go out to your family and friends. Fly high and sleep in peace.
Carolyn Baylash
September 24, 2017
I was a former client of Erins at Hudson Valley Mental Health and she was One of the best therapists that I have had the pleasure working with..she will be greatly missed...
September 23, 2017
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September 23, 2017
My deepest condolences to friends and family of Erin. It always saddens me deeply when I hear a tragedy like this.
The scripture that comes to mind is found at Psalms 31:7- I will rejoice greatly in your loyal love,For you have seen my affliction;You are aware of my deep distress.
Please continue to rely upon our God for needed strength at a time like this.
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