He Ain't Heavy

Pat L. Higginson obituary, 1956-2023, Roberts, MT BORN 1956 DIED 2023 Pat Higginson Obituary Pat L. Higginson 1956-2023 Roberts, MT-Pat Lee Higginson-"We will always love you." On May 15, 2023, Pat passed away in Roberts, Montana at the age of 66 of cardiac arrest. He was born August 7, 1956, in Coffeyville, Kansas, son of Thomas W. Higginson and Margorie Pierson Higginson. Pat had a heart of gold and loved dearly any stray cat or dog that crossed his path. He was the one who would stand up to the bully in the school yard and protect those being taunted. A master craftsman, he could do any remodeling activity and was a perfectionist in his finishes. Following his children and grandchildren he stayed close to them throughout his life. The many practical joke wars are a fun memory for his children. As well as Pat organizing big water balloon fights and encouraging all the children in the neighborhood to join in. He would set up a mini society to help them understand how life worked. How kind he was in helping others, giving away money or time to make others happy. He loved teaching his grandchildren about space and showing them the stars through his giant telescope. He was his children's protector, making them feel safe whenever he was near. Pat is proceeded in death by his mother and father. Survived by his children, Jesse(Julie) Higginson, Becky(Austin) Rietz and Jeremy Higginson; grandchildren, Tyler, Cami, Brooklynn, Hope, Addi, and Cash; Brother Thomas(Linda) Higginson, many loved nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends. Pat has been cremated. His family will have a private celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we request donations made to a local no-kill animal shelter. Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jul. 27 to Jul. 30, 2023.