William E. Higgins

April 3, 1935 - May 15, 2012

WILLIAM E. HIGGINS 1935 � 2012 SPRINGFIELD- William E. Higgins, 77, passed away at Baystate Medical Center on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. He was born in Holyoke on April 3, 1935 a son of the late Stephen and Alberta (Gajda) Higgins. William was educated in Holyoke schools. He later enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1956. He was a dedicated technician at Valley Communications for more than 13 years. William was a handyman around his home. He enjoyed being out in the sun, deep sea fishing, gardening and going to the casino but more than anything he loved spending time with his family. William will be missed by his loving wife of 55 years Kathleen (Flaherty) Higgins of Chicopee; two sons, William E. Higgins, Jr. and his wife Kelly of Springfield; Darrin J. Higgins of Deerfield Beach, FL; his two adored grandchildren, Katrina Morris and her husband James of Jacksonville, NC; Robert T. Higgins of Springfield; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. The family would like to send special thoughts to his Aunt Stella Gajda and his nephew Mark Higgins. The Rite of Committal and burial with military honor will be held on Monday, May 21, 2012 at 10AM at the chapel of the Massachusetts Veterans� Memorial Cemetery, 1390 Main St., Agawam, MA 01001. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Massachusetts Veterans� Memorial Cemetery, 1390 Main St., Agawam, MA 01001. Please visit www.brunellefuneralhome.com to share condolences, stories, pictures and view William�s personal webpage.