Thomas Dougherty Higgins Jr., 92, Dallas, TX, passed away September 28, 2021.
He was born in San Antonio, Texas on July 6, 1929. Tom graduated from Central Catholic High School in San Antonio, received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from St. Mary University in San Antonio, Texas and a Masters degree in chemistry from University of Texas, Austin,Texas.
Tom had a career in scientific research for Monsanto Co. for 36 years. He was enlisted in the Army Air Corps-Air Force in 1946 and served in Shanghai, China. Tom was an Emeritus member of the American Chemical Society and had a passion for Ballroom dancing.
He is survived by wife, Gloria, and daughters Susan Schmitz and Patrice Higgins. Grandchildren Brian Schmitz and Camille Schmitz. Tom is preceded by parents Thomas and Josephine Higgins.
