Clarence L. Huginnie

Date of Death: April 7, 2020

CLARENCE L. HUGINNIE, age 87, of Merrillville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born in Ridgeland, South Carolina to Mary Ellen and Joe Huginnie. He is survived by his three children: Jene Denise Huginnie, Andrea Yvette Huginnie, Sharon Kathleen Huginnie; two grandchildren: John Clarence Anderson, Benjamin Rice III; and host of relatives and friends. He is pre-deceased by his wife and Chicago Assistant Principal: Minnie Huginnie; his parents; two deceased brothers: William and Nathaniel Huginnie; seven half brothers and sisters; and host of other relatives and friends. He was a State of Indiana Attorney since 10-15-1982.

Mr. Huginnie was a well-educated man, having earned the following: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), North Texas State University, Denton, Texas, 1968; Master of Education (MED) Antioch University, Yellow Springs, Ohio, 1975; Doctors of Juris Prudence (JD) Southland University, Pasadena, California, 1981.

He was a faithful Unitarian of over 60 years with the First Unitarian Church of Hobart, where he was a past member of the board of trustees and social justice faith in action. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and traveling.

Mr. Huginnie served his country in the U.S. Army. He was laid to rest at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois. A public memorial service will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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CLARENCE L. HUGINNIE, age 87, of Merrillville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born in Ridgeland, South Carolina to Mary Ellen and Joe Huginnie. He is survived by his three children: Jene Denise Huginnie, Andrea Yvette Huginnie, Sharon Kathleen Huginnie; two grandchildren: John Clarence Anderson, Benjamin Rice III; and host of relatives and friends.Continue Reading

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Clarence was the sweetest and kindest man that I had the privilege of meeting. He would come into the thrift store I volunteered at always with a smile, a hug, and many times with a sandwich for me from Subway. He always asked about my family and I would love to hear stories about his. Working at the store won't be the same now without being able to see his smiling face. My prayers go out to your family.

I met Clarence in 1979. We both worked in the Dirksen Federal Bldg. He inspired me to attend law school. He we live on in my life. After Sunday service I was reminiscing with my spouse about people who influenced my life. She suggested I look on fb. My friend is gone but never ever forgotten ☝🏿🙏🏾

Sorry to hear about the loss of Attorney Clarence Higginnie. I had the privilege of serving him when I worked for the Lake County Clerk. He was a wonderful Attorney & such a nice gentleman.

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