Christopher Patrick Dennis Higgins
| Location | Manchester |
| Age | 18 years |
| Cause of Death | Road Traffic Collision |
| Date of Birth | 05/10/1989 |
| Date of Death | 26/03/2008 |
| Visitors | 12,554 since 27/03/2008 |
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My pregnancy with Chris was a much longed for but very tricky one. At 26 weeks i
was rushed into hospital with a low placenta and Mum said her prayers to get us
though. All was well in the end when, in October 1989, the birth of Christopher
Patrick Dennis Higgins, my beautiful baby boy at 8lbs 12oz, made us proud
parents for the fourth time.
You see, that turned out to be Chris's way - he'd choose the most mischievous
path, the one laden with mishaps and pranks, but he'd reach the end every time
with that smile on his face and ready for the next adventure.
He was a troublesome little devil at times, an artful dodger who pushed the
boundaries and lived life to the full. And it was those eyes, that cheeky,
infectious smile and that naughty laugh which made it all forgivable. We
wouldn't have changed Chris for the world, then or now.
Anyone who knew Chris, even for just a short time, would be impressed for the
amazing zest for life. As one of our five childrenhe carved out his own unique
personality and he grew into a charming, good looking, sweet-talking and fun to
be around young man.
But there was much more to Chris than the fearless "Jack the Lad" image that so
many of us saw. He was kind, caring and compassionate, often beyond his years
and he was honest about his actions. He looked after me and his grandad Paddy
through some tough times. We'd giggle for five minutes before he helped me up
off the floor if I'd fallen - he was thinking of me and he made light of the
situation for my sake. People didn't think Chris took life too seriously but he
looked out for his family and his friends.
The things i have heard said about my son since he passed away have almost made
me burst with pride. The way one young man, my son, managed to touch so many
lives in such a short space of time is unbelievable. It's that enormous sense of
pride, taken from the hundreds of people praising my son, that has been the one
comfort to me and our family.
The day of Chris's funeral, while being one of the hardest days of our lives was
also one of the proudest. Seeing a church so full of people, whose lives Chris
had touched in some way, was overwhelming. that praise is the greatest tribute I
can ask for my son. We've found it's not just family and friends that saw him as
a great listener and good company. He was remembered by people he had only met
once. Chris was kind thoughtful and funny. His Dad and I light up when we hear
people talk about him.
He had a sense of humour and a knack for storytelling that those who were
privileged to know him personally will never forget. Chris had matured into a
great person. A great son. A great brother. And a great friend. Whether it was
watching the match, at rugby, DJ-ing or listening to one of his stories, every
one of us, every member of his family and his friends has those moments with
Chris that they will treasure.
Chris's family are, and always will be, immensely proud of everything Chris was
- a very special young man, full of life, love, passion and fun. Chris had a
sense of caring that not everyone saw, but those who did were blessed.
Our cheeky monkey, our ray of sunshine is so wonderful to think of but so hard
to be without. We were blessed with 18 years of treasured memories with our
five. We miss the stories, the laughs, but most of all just having Chris here,
at his best and full of beans.
Through all the heartache we will treasure the time we had. He is missed more
than words could ever express but the memories we have of Chris will keep us
strong. Chris loved life and lived it to the fullest. We can take comfort in
that if nothing else now. He is unspeakably and profoundly missed by those whose
lives he touched. A son and a brother to remember with love and most all
PRIDE.
All Our Love,
Mum, Dad, Billy jnr, Colette, Tom, Lucy
xxxxxx
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Margo Todd (Close Friend)Yesterday afternoon
Marie-Angela Rowe (Not Listed) Yesterday afternoonTribute For This Weekend
My computer is going very slow at the moment
so tributes will be hit & miss for now,
My Daughter’s Baby is due anytime
I will be at the hospital with her
when she has the Baby busy time ahead
I am so excited, I wish Christopher
was here with us Bless Him
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MY LITTLE GARDEN
I have a little garden
No flowers will you find;
Instead you'll see the friendships
That I have made online.
They grow from something other
Than normal flowers do.
They thrive on love and support
And understanding too.
This special little garden;
No matter rain or shine,
Is always in bloom;
This special place of mine.
It's filled with fun and laughter;
Where happiness abounds.
This lovely garden echoes
Many joyful sound.
I would like for you to know
That you are planted here
In my 'Friendship Garden';
Our hearts are always near.
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Sent Straight From Heaven
You were a gift sent straight from Heaven.
Given to us from God above.
We didn't know how much you would teach us
About the meaning of true love...
For true love sometimes means letting go
Of someone precious and dear.
That is what we were forced to do...
Although we wanted to keep you here!!!
However, this is quite a selfish wish.
One we know we should ignore...
But, we truly do believe
That God must have needed you more...
Perhaps to be an Angel now,
Full of wisdom and love...
Watching over those of us who love you
From the shining stars above.
We miss you more than you can know.
You will never be replaced...
In our hearts and memories forever,
Will be your sweet and innocent sleeping face.
Each time we see your picture
You seem to smile and say,
“Don’t cry, I’m in God’s hands,
We’ll meet again someday!”
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“The Best”
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around you
And He whispered “Come to Me”
With tearful eyes we watched you.
We watched you fade away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard-working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He chose to take the best.
It’s lonesome here without you
We miss you more each day.
Life doesn’t seem the same
Since you have gone away.
When days are sad and lonely
And everything goes wrong,
We seem to hear you whisper
“Cheer Up and Carry On”
Thoughts Today Memories Forever
Angela Christopher's Very Proud Mum
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3RD JUNE 2009
♥ ♰ ♥ ♰ GOOD MORNING SWEETHEART ♥ ♰ ♥ ♰
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Jude Swaddle (Friend)Yesterday morning
Up in the sky our angels sleep
The beautiful angels
that we wanted to keep
As we sit here all alone
we think of only you
We think of how we love you
And how much we miss you too
We miss you like crazy
We sometimes think we are going mad
We simply can’t stop thinking
Of the beautiful angel we had
The minutes feel like hours
Hours feel like days
The clock is ticking so slowly
Since the day you went away
We know life goes on without you
We do try to get through
But life will never be as nice
As life was when we had you
Written by - Jo Dalton 2009
Jo Dalton (Friend)Thursday evening
Marie-Angela Rowe (Not Listed) Wednesday afternoon♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥
Think of them as living
In the hearts of those they touched.
For nothing loved is ever lost
And they were loved so much!
FOR WEDNESDAY
A silent thought, a secret tear,
Keeps your memory ever dear,
God took you home, it was his will,
But in our hearts, you live still.
FOR THURSDAY
Thoughts Today, Memories Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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SPECIAL ANGEL
♥♥A heart of Gold,♥♥
♥♥Life so true,♥♥
♥♥Loved and respected,♥♥
♥♥By all they knew.♥♥
♥♥Always Smiling,♥♥
♥♥Always Kind,♥♥
♥♥What a beautiful Memory,♥♥
♥♥That you left behind.♥♥
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Denise Dawber Lewis,s Mum (GTS Friend)Wednesday morning
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LOVE MARGO XXX
Margo Todd (Close Friend)5 days ago
Someday Soon
Everything Familiar feels so new to me.
I might look the same
But I am not who I use to be
The clock still chimes, the world still turns
I don’t know how I live this life here without you
Oh, but someday soon.
Love is going to build a bridge from me to you
Faith is gonna find away to pull me through
And we will be together once again
Someday soon
Only God knows why it has to be this way
There’s no easy answer there’s no words to say
The light that guides me through the dark
Is knowing that these arms will hold you
Strong and true
Someday soon
And love is going to build a bridge
Faith is gonna find away to pull me through
Ohhh love is going to build a bridge from me to you
Faith is gonna find away to pull me through
And we will be together once again
Someday Soon.
Mary Nick'S Mom (GTS Friend)6 days ago
Marie-Angela Rowe (Not Listed) 6 days ago♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥♫AC♥
Those we love we never lose,
For always they will be,
Loved, remembered, treasured,
Always in our memory.
FOR MONDAY
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
FOR TUESDAY
Thoughts Today, Memories Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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♥ 28TH JUNE 2009 ♥
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♥ A ROCKING CHAIR IN HEAVEN.... SO TAKE IT EASY
TODAY AND HAVE A PEACEFUL SUNDAY,LOVE ALWAYS,
JUDE.X ♥
Jude Swaddle (Friend)6 days ago
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Patricia McShane (Friend) lit a candle on Jul 4, 2009, 12:03 pm
✽ܓ✽ܓTHINKING
OF YOU THIS LOVELY
SATURDAY
✽ܓ✽ܓHAVE A
LOVELY WEEKEND
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Hazel Adair (Friend) lit a candle on Jul 4, 2009, 12:57 amOur thoughts are
ever with you
though you have
passed away and
those who loved you
dearly are thinking
of you today xxxx
Karen Speirs Terry Speirs Mum (GTS Friend) lit a candle on Jul 3, 2009, 9:33 pmღ♥ღ Tiny
star, Shining
Bright, It's Time
for Me to say
Goodnight. So close
your Eyes &
Snuggle up Tight,
I'm wishing you
Sweet Dreams
Tonight xx
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Ann Obrien Dean Obriens Mum (Close Friend) lit a candle on Jul 3, 2009, 8:50 pmA weekend candle
lit with love x
Night godbless xx
Barbara Richard Littles Mum (Friend) lit a candle on Jul 3, 2009, 7:55 pmThe ache is still
in our heart And
there it will stay
It will only get
better Until we
meet one precious
day Love always
Barbara xx