Reda Ann Higgins Obituary (1937 - 2023)

Reda Ann Higgins, age 85, of Elwood, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at Elwood Health and Living. Reda was born in Anderson on November 7, 1937, to the late Jack and Merle (Greyhouse) Granger. Reda was married to her second husband Frederick E. Higgins until his passing in 2001. Reda was a beautician in the Elwood area for 37 years until she pursued her second passion in life, cooking. Reda owned and operated The Airport Inn for 7 years. For much of Reda's life she was a member of Elwood Bible Baptist Church. Reda had nine siblings and was very close to her family. The family would often gather for Christmas dinner and reunions on a yearly basis. When she wasn't with family, she loved meeting her friends at Lincoln Square to catch up and share their fellowship over a good meal. When she was not spending time with family and friends Reda would partake in crafts, painting, and cooking. Reda was also fascinated with horses from a young age. She used to sneak away and go to a local farm in Frankton that had horses so that she could comb their hair and sneak a ride when no one was looking. Reda was a genuine lady and is going to be missed by many. Reda is survived by her son, Michael (Ailene) McGinnis of Elwood; daughter, Becky (Dennis) Alger of Kokomo; several grandchildren; brother, David Granger of Frankton; special niece, Kathy (Kevin) Osborn of Frankton; and several nieces & nephews. Along with her parents, Reda was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard E. "Bob" McGinnis in 1978; her second husband, Frederick; siblings, Sara May Hildabrand, Charles Granger, Gilbert Granger, Joseph Granger, Alice Coe, Paul Granger, Frances J. Idlewine, and Howard Granger. Visitation will be held Monday, October 9, 2023, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, at Harper and Dunnichay Funeral Home, 305 Sigler Street, Frankton, Indiana.The funeral service will follow visitation at 1:00 pm Monday, October 9, 2023, at Harper and Dunnichay Funeral Home, Frankton, Indiana with Rev. Amos Carmichael officiating. Burial will follow in the K of P IOOF cemetery in Frankton, IN. Online condolences can be given at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.comMemorial contributions may be made to Riley Hospital for Children. Online condolences can be given at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.com