Brian R. Higgins, 73, of Manahawkin N.J., passed away Friday morning May 22, 2020 of complications from COVID-19. Born in East Orange, N.J., Brian served his country during the Vietnam War. Following his service, Brian moved to Long Beach Island where he began a lifelong love of the beach. It was there he met his best friend and wife of 43 years, Judy, with whom he had two sons.
Brian worked as a foreman for the Ocean County Road Department in Ship Bottom for over 25 years. After retirement, Brian found time to pursue the passions in his life; music, traveling, and spending time with his family. Brian loved his dogs, relaxing with his guitar, and spent his Sundays watching his beloved NY Giants.
Brian is survived by his loving wife Judith Higgins, his sons Brian Higgins Jr. and Joshua Higgins, a brother Denis Higgins, and numerous brothers and sisters in law, nieces and nephews, all of whom loved him deeply and will miss him immensely.
Due to current conditions, services have been postponed to a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Brian's memory to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, or the individuals favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent to www.shinnfuneralhome.com
The Thos L. Shinn Funeral Home, 10 Hilliard Dr., Manahawkin, NJ was entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
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