Wilfrid "Hoop" Higgins's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2024 in McCracken, Kansas

Wilfrid "Hoop" Higgins

August 30, 1926 - May 8, 2024 (97 years old)

McCracken, Kansas

Wilfrid "Hoop" Higgins's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2024 in McCracken, Kansas

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Fitzgerald Funeral Home

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Wilfrid "Hoop" Higgins

August 30, 1926 - May 8, 2024 (97 years old)

McCracken, Kansas

Wilfrid Higgins Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Wilfrid Higgins of McCracken, Kansas, who passed away at the age of 97, on May 8, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Wilfrid Higgins to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo Higgins and Teresa Higgins (Coleman); his daughter Nancy Wiebe (Mike) of Blue Springs, Missouri; and his siblings, Vincent, Leon "Pad", James, Victor and Angela Higgins.

He is survived by: his wife Twila; and his sons, Doug (Mary) of Lyons, Rich (Mary Lou) of Lakin and Larry (Melody) of Riverton, Wyoming. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren with on one the way; and 2 great great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be given the St. Mary's Heritage or McCracken American Legion Post 59. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wreaths Across America.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fitzgerald Funeral Home



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St. Mary's Catholic Church
312 W Ash Ave, McCracken, KS 67556

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312 W Ash Ave, McCracken, KS 67556

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St. Mary's Catholic Church
312 W Ash Ave, McCracken, KS 67556

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May 13

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St. Mary's Cemetery

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