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Elizabeth Anne HIGGINS

Elizabeth HIGGINS Obituary

Peacefully in Christchurch, on July 22, 2025, aged 83 years, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of Michael for 61 years; treasured mother and mother-in-law of Peter, Grant and Tina, Raewyn and Andrew, Dianne, Brent and Catherine; "Nan" to grandchildren Ben, Grace, Jacob, Anna, Isaac, Elizabeth, and Harriet; elder sister and sister-in-law of Raewyn Benzie OP (Invercargill), and Brent and Mary-Michal Benzie (USA); and special friend of Tina-Jane. Messages may be addressed to the Higgins family, PO Box 77, Twizel 7944. The Funeral Mass for Elizabeth will be celebrated at the All Saints Church, 52-54 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, on Tuesday, July 29, at 1.00pm, followed by private interment of Elizabeth's ashes.


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Published by Southland Times on Jul. 26, 2025.

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Anna Willison

Yesterday

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I have such fond memories of Elizabeth during my childhood in Twizel. I think I spent more time with the Higgins family than my own. Sending love and my deepest condolences during this time.

Dave Williams

Yesterday

Very sorry to hear of Aunty Elizabeth´s passing. My love and hugs are with you all.
I remember to ruler fondly (or not so fondly) reminding me to keep my fingers bent while paying the piano :-)
Xxx

Suzanne Lane

Yesterday

Lovely memories of a lovely friend. We all had so much fun together. I am so glad all her family were with her at her passing. I shall remember dear Elizabeth with great fondness.

Sandy Murray

Yesterday

I was very sorry to hear of Elizabeth´s death we had formed a great friendship over the last few years I am sorry l can´t be with you on Tuesday but will be praying for you all
Sandy

John Kerse & Dianne Cunningham

Yesterday

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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