It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bryan Higgins on January 20th, 2018, at the age of 69.
Beloved husband of Mary Young. He leaves behind his step-children: Léa (Steve), Sherry, Nicole (Pierre) and Léon (Carolina); his grandchildren: Daniel (Vanessa), Zoë (Sébastien), Roger (Marie-Michelle), Kathleen (Mathieu), Amy (David) and Logan; his great-grandchildren: Nathaniel, Willow, Miguel, Damien, and Evan. He also leaves 2 sisters and one brother: Fern, Shirley and Dale and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
There will be a memorial service held on Friday the 2nd of February 2018 at 11:00 am at St. Mary Magdalene Chelsea church located at 537 Route 105 in Chelsea. The family will receive the condolences at 10:00 am.
For those who wish, there will be a celebration of his life at the Wakefield Canadian Legion Branch 214, located at 27 Legion Road in Wakefield at 1:00 pm.
For those who wish to do so, donations to La Maison des Collines would be appreciated.
The family would like to thank all the amazing and caring staff of the Wakefield Memorial Hospital.
Online condolences may be made at www.cfo.coop
Messages de sympathie
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your husband. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Lorraine Gauvreau, le
30 janvier 2018
My sincere condolences for your loss. Bryan was a kind soul with a gentle smile. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Love Liane and JC
- Liane McCraw, le
30 janvier 2018
My prayers, and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Bryan was always warm and easy to talk with when we would visit. He was an amazing musician, I still remember the videos posted on youtube.
Lots of love from Lori, John, Justin, Kerry, Shannon, and Jenna
- Lori McCraw, le
30 janvier 2018
My deepest condolences on the loss of Bryan. He was loved by many and will be remembered as a wonderful man - always willing to help others. May the music he left bring comfort to us all in this difficult time. R.I.P. uncle Bryan xo
- Karen Cartier, le
29 janvier 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Bryan's death. Far too soon! I have fond memories of him.
I first met Bryan in 1967 when Ron, I, Curtis, Colleen were moving to Sidney, BC. He was so nice to us, but on the shy side. I remember how much I enjoyed listening to him and Dale jamming upstairs after chores were done and before supper. His visit with uncle Percy in 1973 was wonderful for both me and the children. He visited a few years later. His last trip was some years ago at Colleen's house. Then there were our enjoyable trips to Wakefield where one of the highlights was his music . He was so talented. I hope he, Ron and all the others have a great catch -up when they meet.
Sincerely,
Josephine Higgins {sister-law}
- Josephine Higgins, le
28 janvier 2018
I am sorry for your lost.
- crystal brown, le
27 janvier 2018
i remember when Bryan used to play in Wakefield ,Alcove and Rupert and my Dad used call for the square dances . Bryan was very handy with Banjo .
I want send my condolences and sympathy to Bryan's family
may he rest in peace.
yours truly Ronnie Smith
- Ronald C Smith, le
27 janvier 2018
i remember when Bryan used to play in Wakefield ,Alcove and Rupert and my Dad used call for the square dances . Bryan was very handy with Banjo .
I want send my condolences and sympathy to Bryan's family
may he rest in peace.
yours truly Ronnie Smith
- Ronald C Smith, le
27 janvier 2018
My deepest sympathies to you and your family !
- Johanne Faubert, le
27 janvier 2018
Bryan's smiling eyes and face, and the melody of his songs will live on in the hills and valleys of the Gatineau where his music has delighted us all for half a century. Condolences to his family and many friends.
- Anita Rutledge, le
27 janvier 2018
Brad and I will sure miss Bryan’s visits with us. I enjoyed listening to his music and he was a great man to chat with. Sending you our condolences in this difficult time.
Debbie & Brad St Jean
- Debbie, le
27 janvier 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences at the loss of Bryan. I met Bryan through music, and knew him to be a true gentleman, and a lovely musician. I'm so sorry he had such a difficult final journey. May his memory bring you comfort.
- Pat Moore, le
27 janvier 2018
So sorry to hear this news.
Michael Chartier
- Michael Chartier, le
26 janvier 2018
Dear Mary and Family
I was so saddened to hear of Bryan’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I had the pleasure of playing music with Bryan many many times, and he was the kindest soul anyone could meet. Always ready for a chat and a huge smile. I will miss him dearly.
- Janet Egan, le
26 janvier 2018
My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your "Dad". You spoke of him as not only as a parent but a close and loving father.
Remember all the love you shared with him. No words can be expressed for the sorrow you are feeling. Through your memories his love for each other will be alive forever.
Silvana Rossi (colleague and friend)
- Silvana Rossi, le
26 janvier 2018
To help you forget these sad hours, may our thoughts bring you comfort and serenity.
- Colleen Maloney & Jim Lyons, le
26 janvier 2018
Mes pensées vous accompagne. Sincères condoléances à la famille.
- Jocelyne Cormier, le
26 janvier 2018