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John T. "Luke" Heeter

John Heeter Obituary

Heeter, John T. "Luke" Age 71, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, August 22, 2012. John was born in Chicago, IL, on November 15, 1940 to the late James and Anna (nee Fox) Heeter. He spent his early life and received his education in Chicago. On December 22, 1967 in Chicago, John was united in marriage to Carolyn Dahl. They have been residents of both Burlington and Naples, FL for the past 43 years. John worked with the Local 17 out of Chicago as a Pipe Coverer. He was also a member of the Pipe Coverers Union and Saphire Lakes in Naples, FL. Survivors include his loving wife, Carol; children, Jack (Michelle) Heeter, Doreen Heeter, Keneth Heeter, Kelly Heeter, Thomas Heeter and Timothy (Holly) Heeter; grandchildren, John, Dylan, Kacie, Quinn, Rylee, Joy and Taryn Heeter, siblings; William Heeter and Alice (Don) Walsh; sister-in-law, Judy Heeter; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, James Heeter and a sister, Elizabeth (Thomas) Wallace. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 5:00 PM at Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home with Chaplain Larry Williams officiating. A gathering will be held prior to the service on Saturday, from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM. The family would like to express a special thank you to Aurora VNA Hospice and Dr. Syed Haider and his staff. Schuette-Daniels Family Funeral Home 625 Browns Lake Dr. Burlington, WI 53105 262-763-3434 www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 23, 2012.

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Mike Mascillino

August 26, 2012

Tim & family - so sorry for your loss.

Jim Dahl

August 25, 2012

Thank you for the summers of my youth, the days we played catch, and so many fond memories. You will be missed, but not forgotten.

Matt Brewer

August 25, 2012

Tommy, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your father. With deepest sympathies

Jack Hynes

August 24, 2012

My Thoughts and prayers are with the Heeter Family

August 24, 2012

To the Heeter family,

We are so sorry to hear about Lukey. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt

August 24, 2012

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. At Dan Sheehan's request, Luke will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 26 AUG, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

August 24, 2012

Dear Carolyn, I am deeply sorry for your loss, I will keep all in my prayers, Deepest sympathy Rose Lyons

jim krow kroulaidis

August 24, 2012

Hetter Family,I am very sorry to hear about luke,I have great memories of us when we were growing up.I will keep luke and his family in my prayers

Mary Jane Billich

August 23, 2012

Jack, you will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to your family. Love, cousin Mary Jane Billich

Jackie Krow

August 23, 2012

Jack, Doreen, Kenny & Kelly~
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Sending you my thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences.
Jackie

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