Carol W. Higgins

She was born October 20, 1935 in Orange, New Jersey to Edward A. and Helen F. (Drake) Wallace. On June 4, 1955 she married Walter G. Higgins II in St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Essex Fells, New Jersey.

Carol was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time and keeping in touch with her children and grandchildren. She also worked for many years at Salt Creek Park District Preschool.

She is survived by her husband, Walter; her children, Bonnie L. (Ronald Jr.) Burke, William E. Higgins, Amy L. (Todd) Johnson; grandchildren, Jennie (Phil), Josephine (James), Ronald III, Samantha, Alyson, and Emma; a great-granddaughter, Abbie; and a brother, Edward (Sharon) Wallace.

A memorial service will be held at 10am on Monday, November 4 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 210 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, the Wounded Warrior Project, or to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements were entrusted to Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home. For information call the funeral home at 815-459-1760. Online condolences may be made at www.querhammerandflagg.com.