Obituary of William Thomas Higginson

Higginson, William Thomas Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, following a valiant fight with cancer, on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 in his 73rd year. Bill Higginson, beloved husband of Marja (nee Karjula) of Baldwin. Loving father of Anya Belcastro (Domenic) of Toronto and Mark Higginson (Cathy) of Jackson's Point. Predeceased by his son Phillip. Loving Grandfather of Sarah, Leighanne (Carl), Geoffrey, Brendan, Alexandra, Mackenzie, Matthew, Olivia, Brittany and Cameron. Predeceased by his granddaughter Laura. Beloved son of Sarah Moran (the late Maxwell) of Oakville. Dear brother of Margaret Armstrong (the late Bob), Salliann (Ted Faulkner), Maxine (Jim Ford) and David Moran. Lovingly remembered by his extended family and friends and colleagues. Bill was a valued member of several York Region and Scarborough elementary schools finally retiring as principal of Morning Glory Public School in Pefferlaw. Resting at the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service in Knox United Church, 34 Market Street, Sutton, Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with visitation in the church from 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Interment of cremated remains, Briar Hill Cemetery, Sutton. Memorial Donations to the Southlake Regional Health Centre, Cancer Clinic would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com