SOUTH CHINA – Michael A. Higgins of South China, Maine, passed away peacefully with loving family by his side at Glenridge Comfort Care on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer.

Mike was born towards the end of May in 1958, at Thayer Hospital in Waterville, Maine, to Seth and Constance Higgins of Columbia Falls and Windsor, Maine, respectively. Of the five babies born to Bud and Connie, Mike topped the charts, weighing in at 10 pounds, 3 ounces, yet he grew up to be the smallest of the five. What he may have lacked in physique, he made up for in heart, being adored by all of his siblings and by being a favorite uncle to his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Mike was a man, who exuded joy, his genuine smile was infectious, and his unmistakable laugh could brighten anyone’s day. He attended China Elementary and Erskine Academy, graduating in 1976.

Mike was a man with skillful hands, and he learned carpentry at an early age, working side by side with his grandfather, Vernon Boynton, on multiple projects. He was a dedicated worker and handyman. For many years, he was a commercial painter. Before that, he worked various jobs, including vinyl siding installation, prep cook and dishwasher, and clerk at a plumbing supply store.

He loved watching all sports, especially the New England Teams: Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins and Celtics. Although he didn’t have children of his own, Mike was a beloved family man, cheering on his nieces and nephews as they played various sports. He was an avid hunter and fisherman; he particularly enjoyed ice-fishing on China Lake. Mike loved playing cards. He was very successful in Texas Hold’em tournaments. It was hard to beat him at a game of cribbage and he cut his teeth on “63” and Spades. There were many a family gathering that included a family game of scat or the occasional competitive round of cribbage, even games between him and some of the youngest Higgins descendants.

Mike was predeceased by his mother, Constance, his father Seth, also known as Bud, and his younger brother, Jonathan.

He is survived by his brother Seth, also known as Bill, his sister Lucinda, also known as Cindy, her husband Scott, his brother Joel and his wife Trish. He is survived by other special family members and friends: Thelma and Norton Webber, Mary and Lloyd Quirion, his many nieces and nephews, and the great-nieces and great-nephews. Mike had many dear friends, who will surely cherish their memories of him.

Mike spent his final weeks, surrounded by and cared for by the family he loved so deeply. Mike’s family wishes to thank his medical caregivers: Alissa Roy, FNP from Northern Light Health Primary Care; Dr. Hathaway, Dr. Drogos, and Dr. Sen of the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care in Augusta, Maine. Mike’s family send their heartfelt thanks to all the highly professional nurses and CNAs, who helped with his care at home and under hospice.

For Mike’s family and friends, there will be a private celebration of his life with the date, time, and place yet to be determined. It will be a chance to gather in remembrance and perhaps play a game of cards or two in honor of Mike’s life.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant Street, Augusta. Condolences, photos or stories may be shared by visiting http://www.PlummerFH.com.

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Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care in Augusta

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