Lynden William Higgins

Lynden William Higgins, age 59 , passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday May 29, 2008. He was born in Hastings January 2, 1949 , the son of Guy and Evelyn (Tobias) Higgins. Lynden served in the Vietnam war and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Vietnam service Medal. He lived in the Hope Township area most of his life, he worked for Delton pole Building Supply for many years, and was known to many as Lyndy. He loved the outdoors, cutting wood, and hunting on his farm. His favorite times were to take his children for a ride on the John Deere Tractor, and the grand kids for a ride around the farm on the Quad. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Janice of Hastings, son, Lyndon Jr. (Rachel) of Hastings, daughters, Tina (Mike) of Delton, Jen of Hastings, Ashley of Hastings, a sister, Nancy (Jim) Bower of Delton, his grandchildren, Bryant, Dezirae, Cameron, and Corrina Palmer all of Hastings, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Bonnie Higgins. A memorial service will be held Sunday June 1, 2008 at 4:00pm at the Higgins farm, 5459 S. Lammers Rd. Hastings. The family suggest memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , a Hospice Group or Charity of One's Choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net).