Higgins, Walter – It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Walter Higgins, age 58, of Lawrencetown on April 5, 2021. He was a tremendous father, husband, brother, friend, son, uncle and neighbour. Walter grew up in Cole Harbour and spent his career as a hardworking, successful business man. He always had a way with words, making him a mighty negotiator and a mean scrabble player. Many joked that he had a deep voice meant for radio.
Walter is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Janice (Conrad) Higgins and their children, Nathan (Nicole) Higgins, Brittany Higgins and Melanie (Matt) Higgins. He was the son of Eric and Joyce Higgins, Higginsville; brother to Colleen (Collin) Hillier; and uncle to their boys, Branden, Logan and Keagen, all of Fall River. Walter was truly a son to his in-laws, Fraser and Myrtle “favorite mother-in-law” Conrad, Cow Bay.
While his kids were growing up, Walter was involved in everything from coaching hockey, to softball, as well as a member of Scouts Canada. He was an avid outdoorsman, spending many a spring fly fishing and hunting in the fall. Walter and Janice shared a love for the outdoors, spending many hours working on their gardens or relaxing in the shade of their pergola. Walter could easily be spotted hiking by his bright orange jacket, Boston Bruins toque and walking stick.
Walter considered Kejimkujik National Park his second home. He and his family spent countless time there, especially enjoying their time on the Mersey River paddling alongside their Keji crew. Walter’s happy place was around an open fire, a glass of red wine in hand surrounded by friends and family. He was always happy to get out on the course with his golf buddies, enjoying some banter and a few pops. He will be forever missed. A celebration of life will be organized in his honour for later this year.
Go Bruins!
