Gordon Francis Higgins

With sadness we announce that Gordon Higgins passed away on October 7, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba at the age of 69 years.

He leaves behind his children Briana (Bailey) West of Long Plain First Nation, Mary (Rob) Robinson of Bristols Hope, Newfoundland, Cara (Nathan) West of Winnipeg, Kayla (Dustin) West and Trina (William) West; grandchildren Brandon, Brady, Christopher, Amber and Jonathan, Isabella, Katalina, Sophia, Serenity, Jordan, Justine, Aleah, Isaiah, Jealousy, Alivia and Kevin; great grandchildren Riley, Beau, Andi-Jane, Skylar, Kolt, Indi-June; siblings Linda (Herbert) Pardy, Eileen Higgins, Rose (Dennis) Penny, Beverley (Albert) Penny, Mary (Owen) Higgins-Osmond, James (Sami) Higgins and Wilson (Linda) Higgins. 

He was predeceased by his wife Colleen Mary West; great grandson Grayson Young; parents Frederick and Mary Higgins and brother Wayne Higgins.

Gordon was a loving husband, father and grandfather who lived a life full of love, adventures and dedication. As a young man, he moved to Winnipeg where he began working at Canadian Pacific Railway and later met the love of his life, Colleen. Together, they shared over 30 wonderful years, raising four beautiful children and creating a life filled with love and laughter. He had an adventurous spirit, enjoyed camping and fishing. In his younger years he often traveled to places near and far. He cared deeply for his parents and siblings, and treasured staying connected with them despite the distance.

He loved his wife and children wholeheartedly and took great pride in his grandchildren, who each carry a part of him forward. His kindness, warmth and devotion will be remembered always.

Gordon’s family will celebrate his life at a later date in Newfoundland.

A tree will be planted and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel. www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com 204-857-4021