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for Marshall Higgins
Jon Behrmann
January 3, 2024
My name is Jon Behrmann. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mashall but I have spent a lot of time with his good friend Brett Shaw. I have heard many stories about his character, his humor, and his adventurous spirit. From what I understand is he was a great man and made everyone around him feel loved!!!
Brad Ball
January 30, 2006
Marshall and I had a few classes together up at the University of Utah where we both studied Information Systems. He was a fantastic guy with a wonderful personality. When I saw his picture in the newspaper I was very upset and saddened. My heart and prayers go out to the Higgins family.
Lindsay Ward
January 25, 2006
Marshall was one of the funniest guys I've ever known. He sure new how to brighten the moment!! I worked with Marshall at Fidelity and there was never a day that went by that he put a smile on everyone's faces. He was a very proud husband and father. He had pictures up of his wife and two girls on his computer and always had the best stories to tell. Marshall is missed very much!! My condolences to Kelly and his girls!
Russ and Kathleen Mouritsen
January 23, 2006
Dear Kelly and girls,
We felt so bad when we heard the news. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Ryan Fowler
January 22, 2006
There hasn’t been a time in my life that I can remember that Marshall wasn’t there. We have been the best of friends since our youngest childhood. Marshall is truly an awesome person. Growing up he was always the social one to reach out and introduce the new guy to the circle of friends. I was continually amazed throughout our lives by his calm and peaceful personality, simply one of the greatest examples in my life. I don’t know how many miles we biked, trails we hiked or peaks we conquered but his determination, strength and love for life will not be forgotten. Like a brother he was always there. I have been blessed to have known Marshall throughout my life and to have had such a great friend. All adventures I dedicate to you buddy! Until we meet again good friend, until we meet again…
Kelly and Family please know that my love and prayers are eternally with you.
Ryan Hamilton
January 20, 2006
I was shocked and saddened when I heard about Marshall. I have known Marshall since we were in kindergarten together. He was the best hometeaching companion that I have ever had. Marshall was one of the good guys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Megan (Shane) Lee
January 20, 2006
Dear Sweet Kelly-
I was so sorry to hear the news of Marshall's passing. My Heart and thoughts go out to you and your little one's during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort from those who surround and love you at this time. Much love....
Sheri Johnson
January 20, 2006
One Treasured Father
One treasured Father was sent from above
Sent to this earth for you to love
His stay far too short, his mission too brief
Our Savior’s pure love will comfort your grief
His love is perfect for He alone
Could give us a gift, His purpose was known
He broke the barrier of death and pain
Your precious Father will be with you again
Because of His sacrifice on Calvary
Christ made it possible for you and me
To be reunited in celestial glory
Make memories, friendships, and finish our story
This ending is not how this chapter would’ve began
Our Father in Heaven sees the whole plan
This challenge, this pain, so hard to endure
You’re not alone, there’s one who knows more
He knows the heartache that now will not cease
A pain that’s so deep and has no release
Through allowing his son to die on a cross
Father in Heaven gives you hope in your loss
He asks all of us to come unto Him
Our lights must shine brightly and never go dim
Once we’ve done all that we can to obey
Our Savior will carry us the rest of the way
Let the Lord carry you for a time until
Your broken heart begins to heal
The Lord who was perfect chose to submit
To the will of the Father, He chose to commit
To trusting in His all knowing plan
Because of his love, his did it for man
Because the Savior himself bore the cross
You may now feel comfort and peace in your loss
What greater comfort on earth could there be
Than knowing your Father’s in heaven and free
Free from the trials and pain of this earth
His life was a legacy, how noble his birth
Your Father has peace, his spirits’ above
He’s with the Savior, basking in love
Sheri Johnson 2006
Dear Kelly,
We are complete strangers but I was so saddened by your loss as I read about your husband. I recently wrote this poem for my step children who lost their Mother several years ago. May this bring you and your daughters some comfort during this time.
Our families' love goes out to you as we have so recently dealt with the loss of a treasured Mother.
Sincerely,
Sheri Johnson
Sheri Johnson 2006
Lon & Jean Prete
January 19, 2006
Our condolences to you Kelly and your little ones. You have been in our prayers and will continue to be thought of, for many years to come. I met Marshall only afew times. His moral character and love for his family was more than evident. The very best to you, Dear Kelly.
Jeff Frederick
January 17, 2006
Marshall will be missed dearly. He was a close friend who I could always confide in. He made many church meetings bearable for me by passing jokes, and talking of biking and snowshoeing trips. His last email to me the night before we left read, “I'm so excited that I hope I can sleep tonight. See you at 4:30am!” He was so eager to climb that mountain that I don’t believe there is anything I could have done to stop him. After frequent stops for his upset stomach, Marshall finally got into the groove and plowed up the mountain, leading the way for most of the trip. The greater the wind blew or the harder it snowed the more he enjoyed it, yelling several times up to the sky “common, is that all you have got!” or “you can do better than that!”. Conversation on the mountain ranged from career, to family to greatest adventures. Marshall spoke with pride and satisfaction about the accomplishments in his life. Of all of the adventures and mountains he has conquered, his greatest satisfaction revealed while speaking of his family. He loved Kelly with all his heart, and absolutely adored Hannah and Emilee. His words on the mountain rang true when I asked about the avalanche danger, his reply being “when it’s your time to go, it’s your time to go”. I take comfort in knowing his contentment with life, and although he has passed on, his presence remains with all those who knew him and we are all better people through knowing him.
Ladd Carlston
January 17, 2006
Marshall was a good friend in high school and I have fond memories of double dates and adventures together. My prayers are with you Kelly.
Paul & Barbara Gardner
January 17, 2006
Dear Kelly & Girls,
Our hearts and prayers continue to be with you at this most difficult time. Someday we will all come to understand the purposes of our deep struggles, until then we must rely on our faith and the love of our friends and family. We love you and our hearts ache with you.
Nick Macey, Utah Beta President
January 16, 2006
The Gamma Beta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi wishes to express our sorrow at the loss of one of our brothers. We will observe a moment of silence at tomorrow's chapter meeting. Our hearts go out to all those affected.
Craig Allred
January 16, 2006
On behalf of Barbara(Ballif)Allred, Craig, Erica and Allison, we wish to express our sympathies and love to Kelly and the girls at this time.
A friend
January 12, 2006
I used to work with Marshall at Franklin Quest. He was such a fun guy. I went on a double date with him once and it was a blast. I particularly remember how well he interacted with people. Marshall left an impression on me even though our paths went separate ways. My condolences and thoughts go to your family.
Brett, Marshall, Brad: Mooney Falls, Havasupai
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Havasu Falls, Havasupai
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Lake Alexander, Uintas
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Uintas
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Pfeifferhorn
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Pfeifferhorn
January 12, 2006
Marshall and Brett on Pfeifferhorn, Little Cottonwood Canyon
January 12, 2006
Marshall: Twin Peaks, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Brett Shaw
January 12, 2006
My deepest sympathies to his dear mother and sweet wife. It was during our first of many adventures that we became fast friends and forever brothers. "For friends at first are friends at last." The silhouette in the photos is Marshall. I miss him dearly.
Brett Shaw
Nick Layman
January 12, 2006
I was very fortunate to be able to know Marshall for the short time that I did. His outgoing personality and great sense of humor always lifted my spirits during a stressful day. He is sorely missed and my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family during this difficult time.
Scott Merrill
January 11, 2006
Marshall was a one in a million guy. He had a way of getting to know you it seemed within the first few minutes of ever talking with him. I had the privilege of working with Marshall and got to know him. He was such a fun person to be around, always a smile on his face. He had a funny wit about him. His e-mails were the funnest to read because they were so random that sometimes you had no clue what he was even talking about. Nearly every night before he left work he would turn my mirrors inside or mess with the wiper blades or rig the tailgate on my truck so that when I'd drive off it would fall down with a loud thud! Right away you knew who it was. That's what I'll miss most about Marshall. He truly loved his family. I have little girls just as he does. We always used to talk about how much fun it is to be "daddies" to them. I'm truly blessed to have known you Marshall and look forward to the day when I see you again. Kelly, may the Lord bless you with comfort and continued strength. We think the world of you and your family.
Jordan Fowles
January 11, 2006
I was very saddened to hear about this loss. Marshall was one of the few people who was kind to me during my teen years- that meant a lot and I have always remembered it. He lived around the corner from me, and was one year older, but he always included me in various activities, let me sit with him at school for lunch, etc.
Even though I have not seen him since those years, Marshall will be sorely missed by me. My condolences to his family.
Ben Wilson
January 10, 2006
Marshall was Roll #2036 on the rolls of the Gamma Beta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi at the University of Utah. As Chapter Advisor, I remember him as a bright, handsome college freshman. "Then draw the mystic circle 'round, Hearts and voices blending, Let us pledge each other now, Friendship never ending." His fraternity will miss him dearly. __kai__
Christina McRae
January 9, 2006
To the Higgins Family:
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Marshall. I worked with him for a short while when I lived in Salt Lake City, and I remember him as a very kind and intellegent individual. Please know that I am thinking of you all.
Rebecca Nolan-Sortor
January 9, 2006
To Marshall's family,
I had the opportunity to work closely with Marshall on hp/Compaq when he was promoted. We were good friends. I was so sorry to hear about his passing. Marshall was there for me when I lost my brother, which meant a lot to me. I am grateful to each of you who contributed to the character of such an upstanding and fine man. He will sincerely be missed.
Heather Young (Gosney)
January 9, 2006
Kelly,
It has been years since we were in concert choir together, however, I want you to know my thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family everyday of this difficult time. I pray that you will find peace and comfort. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lorin Jensen
January 9, 2006
Kelly,kids,and family:
Marshall was my supervisor at Convergys, on the HPShopping.com account. I want to offer my condolences to you and your families.
I was in utter and complete disbelief when I heard his name on the news today. It really shook me up.
He was the best supervisor and co-worker I've ever known and I'm a 43 year-old man who has worked many places. Marshall took me under his wing and treated me better than ANYONE I've ever worked with. I could never think of him as "the boss", just a REAL GENUINE friend. I've told a lot of people about my friend, Marshall, after I left HPShopping. "You'd never believe how cool my supervisor, Marshall, was."
I am a ward and stake organist. If you need someone to play some music at the services, please feel free to let me know by e-mail.
Kim and Carey McCrady
January 9, 2006
Kelly,
We have thought of your family every day since we heard of Marshalls accident. We know you will find comfort in the prayers that are being offered for you and your family during this time. Please know you are surrounded by love and support.
Ashley Gardner
January 9, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to you, Kelly, and all of the family and friends who were close to Marshall. You will continue to be in all of our prayers during this difficult time.
Much Love,
Raegan Scharman
January 9, 2006
I just heard about your tragedy and want you to know how sorry I am for your loss. Marshall and I were good friends through High School. He was a great man and we will miss him.
Russell Brantzeg
January 9, 2006
It's been years since I've seen Marshall, but I will really miss him. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. I have very fond memories of growing up with him. My deepest sympathies go out to his family.
Philip Cochrane
January 8, 2006
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Marshall was a Fraternity Brother and a Good Friend. We will all cherish our many great memories of him. He will be missed. Yours in -kai-,
Preston Shockley
January 8, 2006
I knew Marshall a short time and the honor was all mine.
Jennifer, Alan, and Anya Johnson
January 8, 2006
Kelly, Hannah, and Emilee,
We love you all so much and our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Marshall is much loved and much missed. We can't even pretend to understand the grief you're going through but we want you to know how much we're thinking of you and how deeply touched we were by the friendship we shared with Marshall. He was a wonderful man and an incredible father and we know how much he loved you Kelly. We love you too and if there's anything we can do to help you, please let us know.
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