HIGGS, Peter Daniel Dennis -
December 23, 1947 - March 6, 2024
A loving husband, father, and grandfather, Peter Higgs passed away on March 6, 2024, at the age of 76.
He is deeply missed by his wife, Barbara Higgs; and his daughters, Suzanne (Justin) Kerr and Jennifer (Eugene) Neutel.
He will also be missed by Barbara's children, Sarah (Jason) Hunter, Joel (Joanne) Alexander, and Brett (Ivana) Alexander.
Peter was the proud Papa of 11 grandchildren: Olivia, Jonah, and Ella Kerr; Elijah, Wyatt and Maeve Neutel; Emily, Louisa and Allison Hunter; and Violet and Wren Alexander.
Born in London, England, Peter immigrated to Canada when he was 10. Peter spent his childhood in Orillia and moved to Port Hope and Cobourg areas as an adult.
He worked as a teacher, and spent the majority of his career at Port Hope's Central Public School. He enjoyed downhill skiing, reading, badminton, and country living.
Peter was also a history buff, and loved to watch sports including college basketball and the Toronto Blue Jays.
Peter had early onset Parkinson's Disease, and courageously persevered with a positive mindset through health challenges.
He enjoyed years of living in Warkworth with his wife, Barbara, and then moved to Toronto. Peter's family would like to thank the staff of Streamway Villa in Cobourg for their excellent care and compassion during his final years.
A celebration of life is planned for family and friends at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E., Cobourg on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. A private family interment will take place at a later date.
If desired, donations to Parkinson Canada, in lieu of flowers, are appreciated.
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