Jacob C. Higgins

Biography

Jacob C. Higgins, born in 1826, dedicated his life to civic responsibility and the development of the Grandview area. He was respected for his integrity, commitment to fair dealing, and willingness to lend a hand to neighbors in both times of celebration and hardship.

Jacob’s steady presence helped guide local institutions through periods of growth, and his memory endures in the stories told by families who benefited from his kindness. The community remembers him as a quiet but firm advocate for progress and compassion.