It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Adelia Higgs, 102, of Amherst, NS.  Margaret passed away peacefully on Monday, June 27, 2022 at Gables Lodge.

Born in Nappan, Margaret was the oldest daughter of the late Douglas and Josephine (Purdy) Black.  Between caring for her own children, Margaret was a trusted second mom to many of the little ones of family and friends. Throughout the years, her love of gardening, bird watching, camping, bowling, puzzles, short stories, and cooking gave her great joy.  She always ensured that no one ever left "Auntie Marg’s" house hungry and she was very happy in her home on Franklyn Street for 60 years. Margaret was involved in the local guiding movement as a Badge Secretary and Cookie Convener and often helped with events at her childhood Nappan United Church and First Baptist Church in Amherst with her husband.

Margaret will be dearly missed by her sons Glenford of Airdrie, AB, Charles (Joan) of Lower Sackville, NS, daughter Joella (Mike) of Pugwash, NS; her grandchildren, Michael (Beverly), Troy, and Deborah; and four great grandchildren. She is survived by sisters, Esther Jones of  Fredericton, NB, and Elizabeth Stewart of Oxford, NS as well as her many special nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Margaret was predeceased by her husband Howard; her brothers, Charles, Lawrence, Donald, and Paul; her sisters, Inez Chapman, Elsie Forshner, and Ida Ward and daughter in law Gloria Jean.

A special thank you to the staff at Gables Lodge for taking care of Margaret in her final years.

Arrangements are under the care and supervision of Jones Family Funeral Centre, 70 Church Street, Amherst (902-667-8777). A celebration of her life will be held at the funeral home on Monday, July 4th, 2022 from 2-4 pm with memories and stories to be shared at 2:30 pm.  Burial will follow in the Fenwick Cemetery. 

Donations in memory of Margaret may be made to the Fenwick Cemetery or a charity of your choice.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre Facebook Page.