HIGGINS James E. Jr. “Moon” Age 89, longtime resident of Hyde Park passed away on March 21, 2021. Beloved husband of Janet (Riley) Higgins for 57 years. Devoted father of Janice Hughes and her spouse Gerry Perrault of Norwood, and Joanne Lalicata and her husband Michael of West Roxbury. Much loved papa of Kelly McCutcheon and her husband Joshua of New Hampshire, Amanda Hughes of Washington, DC., and Sophia and Anna Lalicata of West Roxbury. Brother-in-law of Kay Fallon of Roslindale. Also survived by many nieces, one nephew, and good friends.
James was a Korea War Veteran, U.S. Navy, he served on the U.S.S. Saipan. He was a dedicated employee of the Boston Globe for over 40 years.
James was a graduate of Boston Trade School. He enjoyed track and football. James and Janet found great joy on their cruises to Bermuda and trips to Las Vegas.
Visiting hours will be held at the P.E. Murray - F.J. Higgins, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home 2000 Centre St. West Roxbury Wednesday, March 24th from 3-6pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Thursday, March 25th at 9am, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. John Chrysostom Church at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited, please follow all covid guidelines. Burial Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in James’ memory to nfpittsburgh.org/donate/.