Ellen M. Higgins, 45, longtime employee of Follett Corp., passed away March 1, 2004, at her home, after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Beloved wife of the late John Paul Higgins; cherished daughter of Sophie B. and the late John H. Gay of Rochester, NY; adored sister of John M. (Wendy) and Brian Gay, Mary Ann (Don) Wood, Mark and Tim (Grace) Gay, Karen (Chris) Lada, and the late Stephen (Pam) Gay; treasured aunt of many. We wish to especially thank Allen Baker for his loving care during these difficult times and Ellen’s niece Sharon Duran for her support in the years immediately following the death of Ellen’s beloved J.P. A celebration of Ellen’s life will be held Saturday, March 6, 3 p.m. at Unity Church, 1925 W. Thome, Chicago, IL. 773-973-0007. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois. 773-281-5058
