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Jeanne Higgins Obituary
Amherst, NY - Jeanne Marie (McCarthy) Higgins, 90, died peacefully in her sleep Thursday July 23, 2020 at home. Jeanne was predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, James E. Higgins, a sister, Ann McCarthy Heebner, and a brother, Adrian McCarthy. She is survived by her children, James A. Higgins, David M. Higgins, Paul and Brenda Higgins, Norbert and Carrie Higgins, Andrea M. Higgins, Isabel M. Higgins, and a sister, Mary McCarthy of Sequim Wa. Jeanne was born on March 11, 1930 in Elmira NY and graduated from Southside High School and St. Joseph's Hospital Nursing School. During 1950-1959 she worked at hospitals in St. Louis, MO and Great Neck, NY. From 1973-1974 she worked as a nurse at Read Memorial Hospital in Hancock, NY, and from 1975-1992 at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, NY.
Jeanne also is survived by her grandchildren, who brought her great joy: Gabrielle M. Higgins, Chloe E. Higgins, Audrey M. Higgins, James Higgins III, and Daniel Higgins. In her retirement Jeanne enjoyed horticulture, martinis, and her corgis. She loved classical music, played the piano, and passed along her love of culture and Irish Heritage to her family. Jeanne was a devout Catholic and a member of the Society of St. Pius X. The family would like to thank Donna K. of Amherst NY for her kindness in the last year. A private service will be held at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home with Father Edward Zandy officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City.
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Bobbie Jo (Hanifin) Conroy
July 31, 2020
I worked with Jeanne at Lourdes Hospital in the 80's. We worked on the maternity ward and nursery. Jeanne trained me and was a pleasure to work with. She was a fantastic nurse. She always talked about her family, they were very important to her. I recognized her picture...she was always striking. May she rest in peace.
Rob Rifenburgh
July 26, 2020
My love and prayers are with all of Jeanne's family and loved ones; may you find comfort in your fond memories of her
Jeanne Norton
July 26, 2020
my sincere sympathy to you, Norbert, and all your family. So glad I got to meet your mom, would have loved to gotten to know her better. She left quite a legacy of wonderful children and grandchildren. Peace be with you all at this sad time.
Joe Mckay
July 26, 2020
Paul&Family: My Condolences with the passing of your Mother. Sincerely: Joe Mckay
Mark Dvorsky
July 26, 2020
Paul,Norbert and the entire Higgins family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. Your mom has now moved on to the next chapter. May God watch over you through this time of grief.
PJ&Jeanne Corry
July 25, 2020
May she Rest In Peace in heaven with God and your Father.To all the Higgins family you are in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless
Valerie Soule
July 25, 2020
May your dear Mother rest peacefully ~
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