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1935
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2017
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James Higgins Obituary
August 29, 1935 - January 6, 2017
James Higgins passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2017. Dearly beloved husband to the late Cheryl Higgins for almost 50 years. Devoted father of Jeffrey Higgins and the late Chris Higgins. Cherished Grandfather of Brodie Higgins. Loving son to the late Mike and Kelma Higgins. Loving brother to Dennis, Karen, Barbara and Mary Katherine Higgins.A resident of San Mateo, James moved here in the early 60's with his wife Cheryl. He served in the Navy Submarines during the Korean War. Then later, his true passion came to life flying for the Navy while serving in Vietnam. In 1965, Jim started his career as a pilot for TWA. His passion for traveling the world with his family was a big highlight for all of us. James later made it to the Rank of Captain and continued to fly globally for 30 wonderful years where he made life-long friends all over the world. James was very loved and connected throughout the Eichler Highlands community who have always been there for him and his family. You will be truly missed and always loved Captain James Higgins.
Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Sneider & Sullivan & O'Connell's Funeral Home, 977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA. Interment at St. John Cemetery, San Mateo, CA. Reception to follow.
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Nick Nichols
January 12, 2017
To the Higgins Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on James' passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. All SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and James will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
(SS) James Higgins
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
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