Noelle Newland

Obituary of Mary Noelle (Higgins) Newland Noelle entered into rest on January 17th after 93 years of life in Vallejo Calif. She was born in Stockton, California to Alice and Alexander “Hal” Higgins and moved to Vallejo two weeks later. Noelle’s father opened Higgins Shoe Store in 1908 which remained in business in Vallejo until 1993. Noelle attended St. Vincent’s Grammar and High Schools (class of 1942). She attended Dominican University of San Rafael and graduated with her teaching credential. She frequently recalled her years at Dominican as some of the best years of her life. Noelle taught in local schools in Vallejo prior to marrying John Henry Newland in 1948. He preceded her in death in 1956. Noelle was a member of St. Basil’s parish for many years and belonged to the St.Basil’s Parish choir and Mother’s Guild as well as the Catholic Social Service Auxiliary, St. Basil’s Alter Guild, Vallejo Choral society and the Vallejo College Women’s Club. Noelle was fortunate to travel extensively in Europe, the Caribbean and the United States. She enjoyed summers at the family cabin on the West Shore of lake Tahoe. Noelle will be remembered for her love of family, deep religious faith and her Irish sense of humor. Noelle is survived by her two loving children, Patricia Newland (Lisa Peters) of Santa Rosa, Ca and Edward “Ted” Newland (Judy Newland) of Truckee, two grandson’s: Erik J. Newland and Ryan M. Newland both of Sacramento, Ca. Noelle is also survived by her nephews, Dan Higgins (of Vacaville Ca), Alex Higgins (of Sun Valley , Idaho) and Jack Higgins (of Vallejo) as well as many loving cousins including Jacki Tarrantino and Trisha Blair and lifelong best friend, June (Lukes) Messer. Noelle’s brother, Jack Higgins Sr. preceded her in death in February of 2007. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the assisted care staff and management of Brookdale Vallejo Hills for their long term love and care of Noelle. At the Family’s request funeral and burial arrangements will be private. Suggested expressions of sympathy through memorial donations should be sent to St.Vincent’s/St. Patrick’s High School in Vallejo or the Solano County Humane Society. Arrangements entrusted to the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, 1100 Tennessee Street, Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 552-6696. www.TwinChapelsMortuary.com

Noelle Newland

November 2, 1924 - January 17, 2018