Michael Higgins

Michael John Higgins, 70, of Cheyenne passed away August 25, 2020.

He was born June 16, 1950 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to John and Mary (Morley) Higgins. He married Kathy Ferguson on September 13, 1975 in Cheyenne. Michael honorably severed in the United States Navy. He was a lineman for many years with Xcel Energy. He was a lifelong member of the Cheyenne Rifle and Pistol Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time out at the family cabin. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy Higgins; daughters, Kelley Dean-Higgins of Gillette, Maggie (Mike) Lacy of Cheyenne, and Karen Higgins of Cheyenne; grandchildren, Jessie Higgins, Ahren Vezina, Allison Lacy, Sean Higgins, Zachary Higgins, Ashlie Lacy, Alex Lacy, Mykenzee Dean and Delaney Lacy; great-grandson, Marley Parsons.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Eileen Higgins.

A Vigil for the Deceased will be held at Lakeview Chapel at Schrader, Aragon and Jacoby Funeral Home Wednesday, September 2nd at 4:00 p.m. The Funeral Liturgy will be held Thursday, September 3rd  at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral. Reception to follow at Schrader Reception Center.