Benjamin R. Higgins

Benjamin R. Higgins, 44, of Ellettsville, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at his residence. He was born on December 8, 1977, in Bloomington; the son of David R. and Dianna (Harshman) Higgins. Ben graduated in 1996 from Edgewood High School and later served with the United States Navy on the USS Mahan (DDG-72) in 1996 as a Plank-owner. Ben was honorably discharged in 2000 following his time stationed in Nor Folk, Virginia. He received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, majoring in Informatics. Obtaining his degree was no easy task, he graduated with honors. Ben, being the success driven, motivated individual that he was, worked while attending school. His strong work ethic allowed to build himself up when he began his career with Catalent and most recently held the title of Principal QA Client Specialist. Ben’s greatest accomplishment throughout his life was his son, Evan, who he was a wonderful father to; he never missed a single soccer game or event. For those around Ben, it became obvious his greatest pride came from being a father. He was a dependable, selfless, and an extremely organized man who also held the title of “Best Brother”. He enjoyed music, collecting coins, playing the guitar, and home improvement projects. Spending time with family was an important part of Ben’s life, and he loved traveling to Minnesota for the annual family vacation. Ben is survived by his son, Evan Higgins (mother, Monica Figg); mother, Dianna Higgins; siblings, Sam (Amanda) Higgins and Pam McCabe; nieces and nephews, Alyssa Higgins, Brendan Higgins, Jordan Higgins, and Merrick McCabe; and grandmother, Betty Harshman. He was preceded in death by his father, David R. Higgins and grandparents, Harmon Harshman and John and Dorothea Higgins. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 South Old State Road 37, Bloomington. Burial will follow at Clear Creek Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25th at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hoosier’s Outrun Cancer. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Benjamin R. Higgins

December 8, 1977 - October 19, 2022