Higgins, Eric Walter – 1934-2021. Eric passed away peacefully on Christmas Day in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital.
Born in Higginsville, he was a son of the late Roy and Ruby (Jennings) Higgins.
Eric had been an employee of Canadian Tire in Dartmouth for 33 years, retiring in 1992. After retiring, Eric and Joyce moved to the Musquodoboit valley where they became very involved in many different activities. They spent many hours in the gardens – growing dahlias was a favorite of Eric’s.
Eric is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Joyce (Purdy); his daughter, Colleen (Collin) Hillier; daughter-in-law, Janice. Eric was a devoted and loving grandfather to his grandchildren, Nathan (Nicole), Brittany, Melanie (Matt), Branden, Logan and Keagen. Eric is also survived by his sister, Viola Laybolt; sister-in-law, Ivy; many nieces and nephews.
Eric was recently predeceased by his son, Walter in April. He was also predeceased by his sister, Marion; brothers, Leslie, Erle, Lyle and Vernon; sisters-in-law, Edna, Mamie, and Marg; brothers-in-law, Fred and George.
In keeping with Eric’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. In his memory, Eric would like you to do something special for someone you care about. He will be forever remembered for the twinkle in his eye and his enormous hugs.
Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.
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