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William HIGGINS Obituary

HIGGINS,
William Frederick (Billy):
Died suddenly on November 28, 2015, as a result of an accident. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Jean 'Mum'. Loved father and father-in-law of Shona and Ross, Neroli and Dave. Loved and cherished grandad of Ashleigh and Jamein, Laura, Emma and Sophie. Loved son of Fred and Chrissie (deceased). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Kevin (deceased) and Gwen, Ian (deceased) and Shirley, Bruce and Marj. Loved uncle to all of his nephews and nieces.
'A true family man and a special friend to many'
Forever in our hearts.
Messages to PO Box 7103, Nelson 7042. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A funeral service for Billy will be held at Nelson Suburban Club Sports Hall, Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, on Friday, December 4, 2015, commencing at 2.00pm.
Published by Nelson Mail from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2015.

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Trevor Pearce

December 7, 2015

To Jean ,Shona & Neroli & Families,
We are shocked and deeply sadden to learn of Bills passing. I personally have some fond memories of Bills wise mechanical advise something I have passed onto my boys.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Trevor & Sandy Pearce Saint Arnaud.

Caroline Day

December 6, 2015

To Jean,Shona,Neroli and families, I am saddened to hear of Bill's passing, I have fond memories of him including me in the 'father and daughter' dances at school, thinking of your all, lots of love Caroline Day (Archer)

December 4, 2015

To Jean and family. We are so shocked and sorry to hear of Bills accident and passing. We send you our love.Our thoughts are with you. Margaret, John and family.

December 4, 2015

To Jeanie, Shona, Neroli and family we are so saddened to hear of Billy's passing. Jeanie you and Billy were such a big part of our childhood when we stayed in Blaketown. You showed us kindness, love, gave us a somewhere to run too, where we found happiness, lollies an ice cream. Billy always brought laughter with him. Billy you were our big cousin with a kind and gentle heart. Thank you for the wonderful memories especially the childhood ones. Rest in Peace. Sharon (nee Bright) Harry and Family

Mike & Leigh Bromell

December 4, 2015

Jean & family,
What terribly sad news. Please know you have our sympathy and all our love.

Kathryn Newman

December 3, 2015

To Jean and family. Our deepest condolences at this very sad time. Billy was such a wonderful neighbour to our mum, Winsome, and we will always remember his kindness.
With fondest memories
Kathryn and Michael

russ jones

December 3, 2015

sorry to hear of bills passing, a good work mate over the years will be sadly missed.my sympathy to all the family

Lesley Dolan

December 2, 2015

Memories last for forever.
Our condolences.
Lesley, Greg, Jamie & Samantha xox

wayne goodman

December 2, 2015

fond memories driving trucks

Arlene Bright

December 2, 2015

To Jeanie, Shona, Neroli & Family. Our deepest heart felt thoughts are with you all at this sad time of the sudden passing of Billy. Many fond memories remembered of Billy on his run through Barrytown in his Neumans bus. He always had something onboard for all us kids. A truely magic man.
Wayne, Clinton & Arlene

jill stanton

December 2, 2015

to our dear jeanie and girls - thinking of you all day every day xx

December 2, 2015

Time passes but our love and memories remain forever. May our loving Father's promise to remember our beloved ones sustain you during this most difficult time. Malachi 3:16

Dianne Meadows

December 2, 2015

A whole will be left in our hearts with your passing.What a pleasure to call you my Uncle.
Thanks for the memories.
Travel safe.
Until we meet again.
Lv Di, Danielle &Aaron, Justin

Tracey Dwyer

December 1, 2015

We were deeply saddened to hear your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts. Love Tracey, Dylan and Haylee xo

Kay and Jim Kilpatrick

December 1, 2015

Our thoughts are with you and the family at this sad time. Billy will be terribly missed. He was loved by all and he will be cherished in our memories forever. We extend our deepest Condolences xo

Dianne Meadows

December 1, 2015

A treasured uncle from childhood to adulthood for me.
So many memories,the last one
playing bowls with Phill after rescuing us getting lost.
Travel safe Will.
Always in our hearts.
Di,Danielle,Aaron & Justin

Roy Bright

December 1, 2015

Cherished memories remembered with laughter, always...Young Roy !

Judy & Andrew

December 1, 2015

Bill you will be missed very much in our little street.

Fiona & Nigel Smith

December 1, 2015

Jean and Family. We are so devastated to learn of Bill's accident and your subsequent loss. Nigel and I have some incredibly wonderful memories, particularly in Rotoiti Street. Sending you all much love.

December 1, 2015

A loved Uncle of Sue, Neville, Michelle and Wayne. Billy has left us with lots of wonderful memories to treasure. We will miss him.

aileen and ian kerr

December 1, 2015

Good bye bill you were one of the best.you will be sadly missed.

Cecilia & Morris Honey

December 1, 2015

Accept our deepest sympathy

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