Joann Higgins

Joann was born on November 8, 1954 in Queens NY. Daughter of the late William and Ruth Byrus.

She was a teacher’s aide as well as a bus monitor in New York.

In addition to her husband, Joann is also survived by her children; John Higgins (Colleen), Rob Higgins, amd Michelle Tantillo (Joseph).

Five grandchildren; Joseph, Nicholas, Keira, John, and Benjamin.

Two brothers; William Byrus (Eileen) and Andrew Byrus (Mary Ann).

Two sisters; Barbara Mohr (Jerry) and Mary Shiels (Walter).

We invite you to join our family as we remember and celebrate the life of Joann (Byrus) Higgins on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 4-7 p.m. at the Tribute Center at Moloney, 132 Ronkonkoma Ave. Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779.

Please come and share your memories and stories of the time we shared together.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to www.friendsofkaren.org