| Location | Manchester |
| Age | 18 years |
| Cause of Death | Road Traffic Collision |
| Date of Birth | 05/10/1989 |
| Date of Death | 26/03/2008 |
| Visitors | 16,482 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
margo todd .
A little note to let you know im thinking of you ♥ ♥
free as a bird,♥ fly like the dove,♥ so hard to say goodbye to someone you love♥ , think of the good, times ♥ plays a part,no one can take what you hold in your heart♥ ♥ . Love Always margoxx
For Anne xxx
Always in my thoughts sending all my love xxx
TIME
I thought that time was healing
All the hurt you left behind
That empty spaces could be filled
My arms, my heart, my mind
And though my body looks the same
As it did when you were here
The emptiness is growing
Even bigger with each year
I thought that time was healing
All the agonising pain
That as the tears were fading
Soon I wouldn't feel the same
And though I can be smiling
And you think that I'll survive
The pain is in my blood now
I have nowhere else to hide
I thought that time was healing
All the loss a mother feels
That now you live within my heart
I had you near me still
But I need so much to touch you
To see you smile again
And those memories I'm told are mine
Can never feel the same
I thought that time was healing
All the while the mask was worn
That underneath a new me
Was waiting to be born
But now I find I am the mask
It helps to keep me safe
And though my heart is breaking
You won't see it in my face
I thought that time was healing
All those tears my eyes have seen
That aching arms that miss you
Could be satisfied with dreams
But here I am, in pain again
And healing stands alone
And mother weeps, the world can see
For a son who can't come home
Thinking of you
Not been online for months now im bak to leave you a little message, me 'n' greg were remembering you yesterday tlkin bout how you used to make us laugh wen times were poop at the caravan lol always the first 1 to crack a silly joke about almost anything, we're all missing you so much and wish you we're still here with us with your cheeky smile. till we meet again, all my love hailey xxxx.
I must believe we will meet again
and mom's broken heart will mend
and this time it will be forever
in a place that has no end
forever in my thoughts anne and chris xxxxxxxx
our Chris
Chris I met a friend today who used to be your dinner lady Mary , we were reminissing ,she said the way she always thinks of you is with a twinkle in the eye funny I thought it was a mum thing but along your young life people have always commented about the twinkle in your eye & that you had been here before,our neighbour George always said you were a special child I used to say they are all special, yes Anne but there's something special about him, I think that's why you were chosen to be an angel enjoy all the angel's Chris. well that's my thoughts for today love & miss you Chris mum xx
margo todd .
Angel mums.XXX
We have shared our tears and our sorrow,
We have given encouragement to each other,
Given hope for a brighter tomorrow,
We share the title of grieving mother.
Some of us lost older daughters or sons,
Who we watched grow over the years,
Some have lost their babies before their lives begun,
But no matter the age , we cry the same tears.
We understand each others pain,
The bond we share is very strong,
With each other there is no need to explain,
The path we walk is hard and long.
Our children brought us together,
They didn't want us on this journey alone,
They knew we needed each other,
To survive the pain of them being gone.
So take my hand my friend,
We may stumble and fall along the way,
But we'll get up and try again,
Because together we can make it day by day.
We can give each other hope,
We'll create a place where we belong,
Together we will find ways to cope,
Because we are Angel Mums and together we are strong!
My heart is broken forever chris
for what i've loved and lost
i'd bring you back tomorrow
no matter what the cost
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
But i know thats impossible
and it does'nt stop me wishing
cause evey second of every day
its you my precious son i am missing
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
all my love to you and chris anne xxxxxxxxx
so i've been told
So I've Been Told have you? We will never be able to describe our pain & loss to people who have never lost a child. I'm just glad i have my GTS friends who know exactly how i feel. Although i wished i had never known you and vice versa...we would obviously rather have our child here than have each other as a friend. But since that will never happen... i'm glad we met. You've been a good friend ...sending love as always Charlotte xxxxxxxxxxx
It's been some time now, it's over he's gone,
Why are you still crying, it's time to move on.
He's in a better place, is happy and free,
You are still obsessing, why can't you see.
So I've been told.
You never thought about him this much
When he was here,
And now when I see you,
I only see tears.
he is not in the ground,
he is high in the sky,
Why do you still go there, why, why, why
So I've been told.......
How can I make them understand,
How can I make them see,
How much I love him and
How much he means to me.
I know it's some time already,
That it's over and he's gone.
My mind tells me that daily,
But my heart tells me it's all wrong.
Tell me how to get over it
And quit all the crying
When each day I wake up,
All I can think about is him dying.
I know he's happy, safe and free,
But I'm selfish,
I still want him here with me.
No, I didn't think about him this much
When he was here,
I could see him and hug him and
Laughter is what caused my tears.
But his memory is all I
have to get me through the day.
The look of his face,
the sound of his voice,
What more can I say.
I know he is not in the ground,
But that is all that I have,
I am close to him when I am
there and I don't feel so sad.
he finds a way to give me a hug
And a kiss in the wind,
I hear him talking to me,
I just close my eyes and pretend.
This is my life now,
how can I make you see,
You don't have to understand me,
Just love me for me!!
GOOD MORNING CHRISTOPHER
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