THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 Page 21 OBITUARIES Louis "Leo" Higgins DMD,FACD Age 95, of Reading, formerly of Everett, passed away September 6; surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Mary (Marino) Higgins whom he shared 70 years of marriage. Devoted and loving Dad to Dr. Thomas L. Higgins and his wife Suzanne of Longmeadow, Mary L. Higgins of Beverly, Kathy Keen and her husband Ray of Reading, and the late Mark MEMORIAL | FROM PAGE 4 help of many people, and this year’s fundraiser is coming soon. Help may be given in many ways. This year’s event will be held on October 2, 2021, with golf at the Hillview Country Club in N. Reading, followed by a get-together at the Moose Lodge (also in N. Reading). Those wishing to help us continue may do so in many ways: golf & dinner, or attend the dinner, take part in the raffle by donating a gift, buying tickets, etc., or simply by making a donation and sponsoring a hole. Feel free to contact any of the family members or email questions to lfpmemeorial14@ SAVVY SENIOR | FROM PAGE 20 Security administered benefit program for low-income people who are over 65, blind or disabled. Who Are Payees? A representative payee is typically a relative or close friend of the beneficiary needing assistance, but Social Security can also name an organization or institution for the role – like a nursing homes or social-service agency. Some of duties of a representative payee include: Using the beneficiary’s Social Security or SSI payments to meet their essential needs, such as food, shelter, household bills and medical care. The money can also be used SAVVY SENIOR | SEE PAGE 24 D. Higgins of New Hampshire. He is survived by his 5 grandchildren Kathleen and Shannon Donohue of Boulder Co, Matthew Higgins of San Diego Ca, William and Sophie Higgins of VT, Andrew Keen of Decatur Ga, and Mark D Higgins of Barrington NH, and 2 great-grandchildren, Evangeline and Jack Donohue of Co. Lou was also a dear brother to his sister Dorothy DiPesa of Revere, and brother in law to Constance Brosseau of Everett, and A. Jean Marino of Melrose. Born September 9, 1925, he was one of eight children of Matthew and Katherine ( Kennedy) Higgins. He grew up in Chelsea and graduated from Chelsea High School , served in WWII and was honorably discharged from the United States Navy , signalman, third class. He attended Northeastern University in the pre-dental program, and graduated from Tufts Dental School in 1954. He opened his dental office in Everett where he practiced for 37 years and worked gmail.com. Thank you to all who have helped in the past, and in the future. as the Public Health Dentist in Everett City Hall giving back to the community he loved. He founded and was president of the Everett Dental Study Club, and Active in Kiwanis for many years. Contributions in Louis' memory to Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23453 would be sincerely appreciated.
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