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Edward Higgins Obituary
Jan. 28, 1956Apr. 8, 2005
Edward (Eddie) Jess Higgins Sr. was born on January 28, 1956 in San Francisco, CA. Eddie passed away peacefully with his parents, William and Rosario Higgins, at his side on Friday, April 8, 2005. Eddie graduated from Terra Nova High School in 1974. He was a Merchant Seaman and long-time Rigger and Boilermaker. Ed was an avid fisherman and loved camping. He spent most of his time on the road looking for peaceful places to fish and do what he loved best. Ed is known for his sense of humor and charismatic charm. He would fill a room with laughter no matter what burden he might be shouldering. Eddie is survived by his sons and daughter, Edward Jess Higgins Jr., Matthew Higgins and Meagan Tippie; his parents, William and Rosario Higgins; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Frances Higgins, Susan and Chris Kirby, Beth and Michael Doherty; and nephews, Bryce and Trevor Doherty. Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive him. A memorial service for Edward Higgins Sr. will be held at 10:00am, Saturday, April 16, 2005 at St. Peters Church, 700 Oddstad Blvd. Pacifica, CA. Eddie will be missed, but never forgotten In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the University of California at UC Davis Childrens Hospital, P.O Box 15378, Sacramento, CA 95851.
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Sefa Curaza
April 12, 2005
Mobile 18 to Mobile 21....."We need fuel" will forever bring a smile and fond memories and a smile to my heart. The long hard journey is now over and, hopefully, your new journey will be one of peace and true happiness. My love to you and yours.....always
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