Grace M. Federico (Higgins) of Winthrop passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the age of 91. Born and raised in Medford, she was the cherished daughter of the late Frederick and Anna P. (Hadley) Higgins.
Grace was a long time resident of Winthrop, where she did a wonderful job raising her family. Prior to her return to Winthrop to retire, Grace worked as a circuit board manufacturer at the former Parlex Electronic Manufacturing Company in Methuen. She was very active at the Winthrop Senior Center, a member of the Tenants Board for Winthrop Housing at Golden Drive and for many years Grace worked the voting table’s at all local, state and federal elections in Winthrop.
When Grace was in her early 20's, she taught herself to sew and embroider, which became a lifelong love close to her heart. She enjoyed being outdoors and taking walks along Winthrop Beach. Above all, Grace treasured spending time with her family.
Grace was the devoted mother of Scott Federico and his wife Mary of Somerset MA, Michael Federico and his wife Patty of Winthrop, Susan Tarascio and her husband Tony of West Simsbury CT, and the late Noel Alexander (AKA Thomas Federico). She was the adored grandmother of Joseph, Christopher, Zachary and Adrian. Grace was the dear sister of Mildred Conway of Manchester NH, John Higgins of Billerica and the late Frederick Higgins.
A visiting hour will be held in St. John the Evangelist Church (St. Michael's Parish), 320 Winthrop St. Winthrop, on Friday, June 12, from 10-11AM, followed by a funeral Mass beginning at 11AM. Relatives and friends are invited.
Grace's family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to Winthrop Pace for the tender care they provided in her later years. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory can be made to the Winthrop Pace Program, 26 Sturgis St. Winthrop MA 02152.