(Wing Commander – Retired)
22 March 1929 – 8 September 2013
It is with great sadness we announce the recent passing of Patrick John Stuart Higgs in Victoria, BC. Predeceased by his brother, Rodger; Patrick leaves to remember him, Constance, his wife of 60 years; his children, Patricia (Lawrence), Pamela, Melinda, Richard (Louise); his granddaughter, Meghan and many extended family and friends. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Pat graduated from Royal Roads Military College in the late 1940’s with the first class of Air Cadets. Patrick touched the lives of many through his leadership and benevolence over the course of his military career. His progression as a RCAF fighter pilot took him and his family to many parts of the globe – most notably Germany in the 1960’s. Retiring as a Wing Commander (Lieutenant-Colonel) in the 1970’s, Pat’s fondest memories of his military service were as Squadron Leader of 422 Squadron (F-86 Sabre) of 4 Fighter Wing, Baden Sollingen, Germany and Wing Commander of 427 Squadron (F-104 Starfighter), 3 Fighter Wing, Zweibrucken, Germany. Pat’s public service to Canada continued with Transport Canada until the mid 1980’s when he and Connie retired to Victoria, BC. Patrick’s passions ranged from family, community (Kiwanis Club of Canada), golf, televised sports, and engaging in discussions on national and international affairs. He will long be remembered and revered by his family and friends as a compassionate and reflective individual.
At Patrick’s request, no service is being held. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Pamela Higgs
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Pamela Higgs Miss you Daddy. 10 years on the 8th but yesterday in my mind.
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pamela borland 10 years since you left us and your famous Birthday week, as in all the years previous, begins. Cheers to you Dada!
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Pamela Higgs 9 years without you …. everyday loving thoughts of you.
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Pamela Higgs Your 2022 birthday week ends. Every day loving thoughts of days gone by ….
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Pamela Faye Higgs 2022 has just begun …. loving memories of you and Mom from years gone by.
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Pamela Faye Higgs 8 years has gone by in both slow and fast motion. Each day with a smile in memory of you. Love, Pamela (Daughter)
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Pamela Higgs Your wait for Mom is now over. Together again in eternal happiness.
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Rusty and Liz MacKay To Constance and Family
We were very saddened to learn of your loss. Pat and I were classmates at Royal Roads(I was Navy) and I can recall fond memories of that period. Although our service careers did not cross, in recent years we met on many occasions at the Fireside Grill with other reired members of our class for some memorable lunches and reflecting on old times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult period.
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Michelle Bergeron My sincere condolences Connie, thinking of you
Michelle Bergeron
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Bill and Lou Bristowe I offer you our sincere condolences with the passing of L/Col Pat Higgs.
We first met Pat at Penhold, both of us as Harvard instructors then later in Europe on F86 and CF104 Sqns
We will remember him as a dedicated personable friend and colleague and will always have pride in our association together.Bill and Lou
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Garth Emerson Sorry to hear of Mr. Higgs passing.
I will remember his smile and passion for life. He was never near the fence when it came to political issues. He recommended some BC wine to me (Tinhorn Creek) which to this day is one of my favourites. He will be missed.
Take care
Garth
DaDa … your birthday 2024 arrives. Always an event; always a treasured memory. Love your daughter, Pamela