James Michael Higgins, of Braintree, formerly of Quincy and Dorchester, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Husband of Lianne (McClelland) and the late Catherine (Condon) Higgins. Father of Leo, Steven and Christopher Higgins.

Complete obituary to be posted.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton, Tuesday November 3 at 10:30 am. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Monday 4-8 PM. Interment Mount Benedict Cemetery, West Roxbury.