Higgins, Robert "Phillip" Muir, 72, Truro Heights,
passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, April
9, 2015 in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in
Truro, he was a son of the late Muir and Alfreda (Thompson) Higgins.
Phillip was a dedicated teacher and early in his career taught at
Bible Hill Junior High, and later as a teacher and vice-principal at
the Central Colchester Junior High School in Central Onslow. He was an
avid sports enthusiast and loved golfing, fishing, hunting, bowling
and hockey. He played football for the SMU Huskies. He loved
travelling and camping.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years Marilyn Jane
(Langille) Higgins; daughter Julie Irene Bennington (Michael) of Truro
Heights; grandchildren David and Adam; sister Diane Higgins of
Ontario; half-brothers William "Bill", Edward, Raymond,
Ronnie, Mark; half-sisters Lexie, Debbie, Theresa; several nieces and
nephews.
Besides his parents, Phillip was predeceased by a son David
Trueman Higgins; aunt and uncle (Foster Parents) Margaret and Aubrey
Higgins.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall~Varner Funeral
Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, from where visitation will take place on
Saturday, April 11th from 6-8 pm and
where funeral service will take place on Sunday, April
12th at 2:00 pm. Rev. Connie Stewart
will officiate with a reception to follow. Burial will take place at a
later date in the Truro Heights Cemetery. Donations in memory may be
made to David T. Higgins Memorial Bursary at CEC, Truro Heights United
Baptist Church or to a charity of choice. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Phillip’s
obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com