Joan Haight Higgs

1929 ~ 2022

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Feb. 26, 2022
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  • Joan Haight Higgs, 93, our loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, February 17, 2022, in Draper, Utah.

    Joan was born on January 25, 1929, to Hector Caleb Haight and Pheobe Gertrude Keller in Tremonton, Utah. She was raised in Tremonton and then moved to Salt Lake, graduating from East High School. She worked for Continental Bank.

    Joan married William (Bill) Strother Higgs in 1950, and they had three children. They raised their children in Salt Lake City and then moved to Sandy, where they stayed close to family.

    Joan worked hard to care for her family. She could often be found ironing the clothes. She loved her children and grandchildren and always had sweets to share with them. She was aware of everyone and always wanted to know how everyone was doing. She loved a great conversation and could talk to you for hours. Joan was also a wonderful hostess. When she was at a party, she always made sure everyone knew each other. She enjoyed gardening and golfing. She loved shopping for and wearing beautiful clothes. She always said yes to a peanut butter and honey sandwich or a grilled cheese.

    Joan is preceded in death by one sister and three brothers. She is survived by her dear spouse, Bill, whom she unwaveringly cared for. They would have celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary this May. Joan is also survived by her children, William Jr. (Allison), Stephen (Melissa), and Wade (Sandra); her sisters Sharon Simpson and Paula Miller; and her 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

    A public viewing will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South in Sandy, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A private family service will follow.

    Condolences can be sent to the family at legacy.com/us/obituaries/SaltLakeTribune/browse and at LarkinMortuary.com. In lieu of flowers, spend time with your family or donate to your favorite charity in Joan’s name.

    To watch the completed services online, please click on the blue "Watch Services" tab to the right of her photo. You can also access the completed services by following :https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/gY4DxcNwk7dxFh4Gs8mbkhU3pYmDpSUKMUkYLpyxICNV6rTKELhakLUR1kTFfypU.Kmy88NtfWwajXnv7?startTime=1645902544000


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    Bill,
    I am so sorry for your loss. I loved seeing you and Joan walking down the hall at Ashford. I love talking to the both of you about the Utes and getting your opinion, and then Joan would say, "Oh Bill". I will miss Joan, she was beautiful, funny, and loved her family, but mostly you.

    I'm glad I still will get to visit with you.

    My thoughts are with you,
    Lisa (Ashford Receptionist)


    - Lisa Osborne

    Dear Steve, Wade and entire family,
    So sorry for your Loss. I did meet your mother the one time when I came over to dinner at her house. She was so nice to me . It was a nice dinner and a lot of fun. She seems like an amazing woman who raised some very fine children. You can be proud! I wish you a lot of peace, Solis, and comfort. May God be with you!

    Love and good wishes from Beverly Willardson


    - Beverly K willardson