Miley Higgins, Jr. was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on May 1, 1932, the son of the late Miley Higgins, Sr. and Elsie Shook Ingle.
Mr. Higgins graduated from Central High School in Savannah, Tennessee and went on to college to receive his Master's Degree in Education. He retired as a teacher and coach from Bartlett High School in the Shelby County School System. He enjoyed golfing, watching sports, especially football, and was an avid Memphis University fan. He served in the United States Navy from 1952 - 1955.
He departed this life Monday, July 21, 2014, at the age of 82 years, 2 months, 20 days.
Mr. Higgins is survived by a sister, Mary Sue Ingle Davis of Lakeland, Tennessee and a brother, Terry Ingle of Bolivar, Tennessee.