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Adair Funeral Home - Dodge
Jean Genkinger Higgins
November 5th, 1911 - October 13th, 2013
Jean G. Higgins,Jean Genkinger Higgins, 101, beloved wife, mother, nana and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2013. Jean was born November 5, 1911, in New Castle, PA. Preceded in death by her husband, Mark B. Higgins; son, Patrick M. Higgins; and daughter, Joan M. Higgins. Jean is survived by her three children, Mike Higgins of Pittsburgh, PA, Mary Ann Rooze of Venice, FL, and Susan Taraba of Tucson, AZ. Her life was filled with love for her late husband, Mark, and her five children, nine grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Jean spent most of those parenting years in Pittsburgh, PA. Retirement moved Mark and Jean to Tucson, AZ, in 1973. In Tucson she enjoyed her needlepoint, loved the beauty of nature and the desert, and the Catalina Mountains. Mark and Jean believed in helping others through their Scholarship Funds, the Foundation they created, and the many Charities they supported throughout their lifetime together. Even after the loss of her husband in 1987, Jean still kept up with her Charitable donations. She was a lifetime member of the local Christ Child Society, and hand knit numerous caps for the preemie babies they supported. Jean's beautiful smile and gracious manner will be missed by many. Memorial Service will be announced. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.
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Adair Funeral Home - Dodge
Our original location opened in 1956 to serve the unique needs of families in Tucson, Green Valley, and the surrounding areas. Today, Adair Funeral Home offers your loved one individualized cremation and funeral services in our large, comfortable facility. Our serene Dodge Chapel, accommodating up to 150 guests, provides a tranquil setting for remembrance, while private rooms afford families the space for special rituals such as washing ceremonies or incense burning. Adair is unwavering in our commitment to providing compassionate care for all, extending contractual services to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pima County, and other agencies. Allow us to guide you through selecting arrangements and crafting a meaningful tribute that genuinely honors the memory of your loved one....
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