William Higgins's obituary , Passed away on September 24, 2020 in Westerly, Rhode Island

William Higgins

September 24, 2020

Westerly, Rhode Island

William Higgins's obituary , Passed away on September 24, 2020 in Westerly, Rhode Island

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William Higgins Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Higgins of Westerly, Rhode Island, born in Stonington, Connecticut, who passed away on September 24, 2020. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Higgins to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Eileen Higgins (Rea); his parents, Charles E. Higgins and Olive Higgins (Campo); his children, William D. Higgins Jr. (Susan Bruno), Michael J. Higgins M. D. (Susan) and Margaret H. Ritacco (Natale); his grandchildren, Kathryn Higgins, Angela Higgins, Ryan Higgins, Sean Higgins and Natalie Ritacco; his sister Marilyn Pouliot of Pawcatuck, CT; his daughter-in-law Tam Higgins; and his brothers, Charles E. Higgins Jr. and Eugene C. Higgins. He was also cherished by many nieces, nephews, and godchildren.

Due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions, there are no visiting hours. Burial with Full Military Honors will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the St. Vincent dePaul Society, P.O. Box, 1014, Westerly, RI, 02891.

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September 30, 2020

Richard and Eileen Cerniglia wrote a sympathy message

“We are so sorry to hear Uncle Billy passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you Richard and Eileen Cerniglia”


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“In loving memory of William Higgins, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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Mass of Christian Burial

Immaculate Conception Church
111 High St, Westerly, RI 02891

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