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Leslie HigginsonThursday, July 11, 2013
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Visitation Location : Check the map |
Berthiaume Funeral Home
416, McGill Street, Hawkesbury ON K6A 1R2 |
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Holy Trinity Anglican Church
440 Stanley St. Hawkesbury ON K6A 1S2 |
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DEATH NOTICE
Higginson - Mr. Leslie Pattee
from Hawkesbury passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2013
at the age of 85.
He was the beloved husband of the late May Higginson nee Matthew;
the son of the late Howard Higginson and of the late Alice Powell;
the loving father of Leslie (Susan Chamberlain), Ross (Johanne) and Percy (Jill Cass);
the adored grandfather of Julia, Nick, Chris, Val, James and Kate.
He was predeceased by his brothers Howard (late Marcelline), Ben, Henry (late Enid), Ernie (Jean) and Lawrence (Elizabeth).
He is survived by many sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces and friends.
A high school teacher, vice principal and school superintendent, Leslie also contributed to his community as church warden and lay minister, Scout leader, member of the hospital board and historical society, alumnus of Guelph University.
An inspiration to his family, he will live on in those he touched.
Friends may call at Berthiaume Funeral Home Ltd. 416, McGill, Hawkesbury, Ontario (877) 632-8511 Saturday, July 13, 2013 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Hawkesbury on Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11 a.m.
For those who wish, donations to the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 440 Stanley Street, Hawkesbury, Ontario, K6A 1A2 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Condolences may be conveyed by fax at (613) 632-1065 or visit our Web Site www.salonfuneraireberthiaume.com
from Hawkesbury passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2013
at the age of 85.
He was the beloved husband of the late May Higginson nee Matthew;
the son of the late Howard Higginson and of the late Alice Powell;
the loving father of Leslie (Susan Chamberlain), Ross (Johanne) and Percy (Jill Cass);
the adored grandfather of Julia, Nick, Chris, Val, James and Kate.
He was predeceased by his brothers Howard (late Marcelline), Ben, Henry (late Enid), Ernie (Jean) and Lawrence (Elizabeth).
He is survived by many sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces and friends.
A high school teacher, vice principal and school superintendent, Leslie also contributed to his community as church warden and lay minister, Scout leader, member of the hospital board and historical society, alumnus of Guelph University.
An inspiration to his family, he will live on in those he touched.
Friends may call at Berthiaume Funeral Home Ltd. 416, McGill, Hawkesbury, Ontario (877) 632-8511 Saturday, July 13, 2013 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Hawkesbury on Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11 a.m.
For those who wish, donations to the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 440 Stanley Street, Hawkesbury, Ontario, K6A 1A2 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Condolences may be conveyed by fax at (613) 632-1065 or visit our Web Site www.salonfuneraireberthiaume.com
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Deceased Person : Leslie Higginson Thursday, July 11, 2013The family of Leslie Higginson would like to thank you for your sympathy.
While in school you meet teachers that will have an influence on your life, He did in mine, thank you Sir. May you rest in peace. Condolences. to all the members of his family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult moments.
Andre W.& Francine Tessier
Leslie was one of our favourite people while we lived in Hawkesbury. He was a mentor to Don during his Prescott Russell CBE days, A staunch colleague to both Annette and Don while we were fellow Anglicans. We admired his intelligence, his wide range of scientific interests and his consistent good humour. His family was one to be proud of.We hope that you find comfort in your happy memories of him. There is life after death and Leslie will benin a good place with May. I am working in Brazil so it will be impossible to attend the funeral. This we regret. Don & Annette
Don & Annette Farrow
My heartfelt condolences to Leslie, Ross, Percy, and their families, on the loss of their father, Leslie. Leslie was a colleague whom I liked and respected during my years as a teacher with the Prescott-Russell County Board of Education. Again, my sympathy.
Elizabeth (MacTavish) Armstrong
Nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille Higginson pour le décès de M. Leslie Higginson. Bon courage à tous. †
Léon et Claire Lavictoire
Sincere sympathy to all the family. Leslie was a dear friend to the Lemay family in the old days and a wonderful colleague and leader at HDHS..His smile, sense of humour and gentle manner will be fondly remembered.
Brenda Brooks
On behalf of the officers and brethren of St John's Lodge 21a our sincere condolences to the family. May our brother rest in peace. Mike Purvis IPM St John's 21a
Mike Purvis
Our Sincerest Sympathy to all of the family and friends on the loss of an exceptional man, teacher and principal. We are grateful to have known Leslie and family for so many years and take this time to let the family know that we will keep this memory forever. Rest In Peace Michael & Shawn Graves and June Cross(Mother)
June Cross
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Jamie Oakley-Koch
Our deepest sympathies to your family on the death of Leslie. He was a remarkable man whom we all respected and admired. He will be greatly missed.
Audrey Amell
He was my Physics teacher at HDHS and he was very close to all of us and he was a friend of my dad. We shall pray for him.
Rhéal Rouleau
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in my thoughts and prayers. I deeply regret not being able to attend in person, however the gratitude of a life well lived is not diminished by a lack of proximity. May you rest peacefully.
William Harry MacDougall
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. I will always remember Leslie as a true gentleman, and caring individual. I miss our little chats on Sunday morning Take comfort in the fact that he and his beloved May will be together again. I am unable to attend his service as I am out of town this week. My deepest sympathy. Rita
Rita Seguin
Votre père et votre grand père était un gentlemen, il était aimé et respecté. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers,my sincere condolences.
Sylvie Léonard
We are thinking of all of you with deepest sympathy at this sad time. Leslie gave so much to so many and will be greatly missed.
Ian Higginson & Jean Kerr
My sincere condolences to the whole Higginson Family.
Nancy Wiseman
Percy, Ross, and Leslie...our deepest condolences to you and your families. Your dad was a huge influence in my life as well as many, many others. And he raised three great men. We share many fond and unique memories of what he shared with us growing up together. My wife's and my prayers and thoughts are with you that you may find peace and strength during this difficult time.
Doug Depew
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Gaston Deschamps
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Leslie was a real gentleman and will be missed and always remembered by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Brian and Sheila Prescott
Leslie Pattee Higginson was a school chum and playmate of mine back in the 1930/40's and in 1980/90's we researched his Higginson genealogy. Sorry to hear of his death as he was a wonderful Friend over the years. My thoughts go out to the family. Ross GH Cotton
Ross G.H. Cotton
Dear Ross and family, It is with great regret to hear the passing of your father. As I remenber Mr. Higginson, he was a very nice person as an individual and as a principal. I remember being in his office on various occasions. He was a comprehensible person and would listen to your version. He helped lots of kids during his tenure.
Jean-Luc Brisson
Leslie, Ross and Percy, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Normand and Suzanne Mailhot
Really sorry for your loss. Met him at a 40 yrs high school anniversary a few year back. Looked great. Sorry he is gone.
Jean-Marc Portelance
Leslie, Ross, Percy Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I am sorry to her of your father's passing, he was a kind and gentle man. He devoted to his church and helping many neighbours. Vera & Pamela Murphy
Vera & Pamela Murphy
Les ,Ross, Percy , myself and my family send our deepest sympathies to you and your families. Your Dad was the best vice principal and one of the finest gentleman that I have met over my lifetime, Mike Graves and family
Michael Graves
Leslie, Ross, Percy, My deepest sympathies to you and your families as you mourn the loss of your wonderful father. He was always such a gentleman, and I know he was a guiding light to many others in their lives. May your many happy memories of your lives together sustain you during this difficult time.
Kimberley Allen-McGIll
I have not seen Mr. Higginson in 50 years. He influenced me greatly in High School and I have thought of him many times in the course of my life. An ideal man. Bob Barron
robert barron
Our deepest sympathies to the Higginson family. Leslie was a real gentlemen.
Ron and Jane Wylie
We wish the family our sincere condoleances.
Lucie Golden
My family lived across the road from Leslie, May and their family in the mid-1970s. They were good neighbours to everyone on rue Pattee Rd. My sympathies to the boys and their families.
Jodi DeLong
It is with great regret that I learned of the passing of M. Higginson. M. Higginson has had a great influence on me, and no doubt on many others, as a great canadian would. I wish all my most sincere condoleances to all his family. Veuillez accepter l`expression de mes sentiments les plus ditingués.Noel & Carole Berthiaume
Noel Berthiaume
I am sorry to hear that Mr. Higginson has passed away. I remember him from his days as an educator, both at the high school and at the board of education. He was always so pleasant and helpful. Plus, he and his horses were so photogenic. My sympathies. Richard Mahoney
Richard Mahoney
Leslie, Ross and Percy, it's with great regret that I've learned, just recently, of the passing of your father. I work with him for a number of years. He was a good man, willing to help others. He really helped me in the choice of my career and during all the time that I worked with him at H"D.H.S. Take care.
Serge Sauve
Leslie, Ross and Percy and families So sorry to hear of your loss, you will miss your Dad very much. I always got a Christmas card from him telling me all about the latest. Take care, Sharon, Craig, Karl and Steven
sharon sproule